The roar returns to Ngong Road this November as Kenya prepares to host the 2025 Africa Women’s Sevens Championship at the RFUEA Grounds on November 15 and 16.
The two-day continental spectacle, themed “Home Ground, Home Glory”, promises to ignite Nairobi with passion, pride, and the power of women’s rugby.
The tournament will feature 12 nations: Kenya, Uganda, South Africa, Madagascar, Zambia, Tunisia, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Zimbabwe, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, and Egypt, all competing for continental glory and a place in Africa’s rugby history.
For Kenya, the event is more than a competition; it’s a declaration of national pride and a testament to its growing stature as a sports and cultural hub on the continent.
The RFUEA Grounds, often hailed as the spiritual home of Kenyan rugby, is being transformed into more than just a pitch. Organisers have promised a full festival experience that blends competition with culture, fan zones, school rugby clinics, women in sport workshops, live performances, and cultural exhibitions.
The grounds will pulse with music, colour, and energy, creating a carnival atmosphere that celebrates both sport and community.
For the Kenya Lionesses, this is more than just another tournament. After a stellar season that saw them win the Safari Sevens and deliver impressive performances on the international stage, the team now turns its focus to home turf.
Playing in front of their own fans offers both emotional uplift and a sense of duty. For the players, it’s about defending their territory, inspiring the next generation, and honouring the pioneers who paved the way for women’s rugby in Africa.
Kenya’s hosting of the Africa Women’s Sevens is part of a broader journey. In recent months, the country has earned recognition for successfully staging major international events, including the African Nations Championship (CHAN) and the Safari Sevens.
