Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship Nairobi 2026: Kenya, …

Kenya, Egypt, Rwanda and Cameroon have reached the semi-finals of the Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship Nairobi 2026 following matches played on Tuesday, 1 September. hilogame.news

Kenya continues its title defense after securing their qualification for the semi-finals by beating Algeria 3-1 (21-25, 25-7, 25-15, 25-18).

Algeria had made a perfect start to their quarter-final by winning the first set 25-21. But the Kenyans immediately responded with a one-sided second set, 25-7, before maintaining their control in the following two sets.

Tata finished as the match’s top scorer with 15 points, including 8 attacks, 3 blocks, and 4 aces. Adhiambo and Masai each scored 13 points. Masai was particularly effective at the net with 7 blocks, while Adhiambo added 9 attacks, 3 blocks, and 1 ace. Belinda and Sande also contributed 10 points each.

Kenya built their success on a clear superiority in blocking, with 18 points to 4, but also in serving with 11 aces to 4. The Kenyans also took the lead in attack, 41 points to 32.

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For Algeria, Abderrahim was the most effective player with 12 points, 11 of which were from offense. Kebir added 6 points, while Soualmi scored 5.

With this victory, Kenya joins Cameroon in the semi-finals. A match between two heavyweights of African women’s volleyball: the Kenyans, defending champions and ten-time African champions, against the Cameroonians, three-time continental champions.

Egypt defeats Tunisia 3-0

Egypt secured their qualification for the semi-finals of the Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship – Nairobi 2026, by clearly dominating Tunisia 3-0 (25-20, 25-14, 25-9), this Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The match lasted 1 hour and 5 minutes.

After a closely contested first set, Egypt gradually asserted its dominance. The statistics reflect this control: 45 attacking points compared to Tunisia’s 29, 11 blocks to Tunisia’s 6, and 4 aces to Tunisia’s none. Egypt also capitalized on 15 Tunisian errors.

Meeto was one of the key players in Egypt’s victory with 18 points, including 13 attacks, 4 blocks, and 1 ace. She was well supported by Meawad, who scored 14 points (12 attacks, 1 block, and 1 ace), while M. Ghazal contributed 13 points, including 3 blocks. Yasso rounded out this collective performance with 12 points.

Despite Tunisia’s defeat, Abda N. delivered a strong offensive performance, finishing with 18 points, all scored on offense. Behind her, Toumi E. scored 6 points, while Baazaoui A. distinguished herself with 3 blocks.

Thanks to this victory, Egypt joins Rwanda in the semi-finals, following Rwanda’s qualification at the expense of Ghana. The two teams will face off for a place in the final of Nairobi 2026. The tournament bracket had Egypt-Tunisia and Rwanda-Ghana in the same half of the quarter-finals.

Rwanda defeats Ghana 3-1

Rwanda continues its remarkable journey at the Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship – Nairobi 2026. The Rwandans secured their place in the semi-finals by dominating Ghana 3-1 (25-17, 24-26, 25-19, 25-18) on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at the end of a quarter-final played in 1 hour and 45 minutes.

After winning the first set, Rwanda saw Ghana respond by taking the second set 26-24. But the Rwandans quickly regained control to take the next two sets and close out the match with 99 points to 80.

Tuyishime was the most decisive player of the match with 22 points, including 20 attacks and 2 blocks. She was perfectly supported by Munezero, who scored 14 points (11 attacks, 1 block and 2 aces), and Divine, who finished with 12 points.

Collectively, Rwanda widened the gap primarily in attack, scoring 52 points compared to Ghana’s 36. However, the Ghanaians were slightly superior in blocking (11-10) and serving (5-4).

For Ghana, Mawuse finished as the top scorer with 14 points, 13 of which were attack points. Bedawu added 12 points, including 3 aces, while Huzeifa particularly distinguished herself at the net with 5 blocks for a total of 7 points.

With this success, Rwanda joins the semi-finals of Nairobi 2026 and confirms its excellent momentum in a competition where it had already finished the group stage undefeated.

Cameroon dominates Uganda 3-0

Cameroon has secured its qualification for the semi-finals of the Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship – Nairobi 2026. The Cameroonians dominated Uganda 3-0 (25-18, 25-20, 25-18), this Tuesday, September 1st, at the end of a quarter-final completed in 1 hour and 11 minutes.

The Lionesses made the difference at the net, scoring 36 points on offense against Uganda’s 31 and 10 blocks against 7. They also took advantage of opposing errors, collecting 26 points from Ugandan mistakes, compared to 16 for their opponents.

While Cathy finished as Uganda’s top scorer with 11 points (8 on attack, 2 on block, and 1 on serve), Cameroon opted for a more balanced distribution of its players. Adiana led Cameroon with 8 points, followed by Baran, Moussol, and Djeutchoko, each with 7 points. Baran particularly distinguished herself at the net with 4 blocks. Blamdaï and Nabyong each added 6 points.

Cameroonian captain Bikatal Berthrade Simone did not hide her satisfaction after this new victory without losing a set.

“After this match against Uganda, we are very happy. It is a source of pride for the Cameroonian people, for us players, for the staff, for the whole team,” she said.

The captain now wants to maintain the same determination going forward: “We are ready as usual, with a steely resolve. We promise the Cameroonian people that we will give everything, just as we have done so far.”

Yende Tiadjoue Lavoisier remains demanding

Despite qualifying, Cameroonian coach Yende Tiadjoue Lavoisier believes his team can do much better.

“I always get that feeling of joy and satisfaction after winning a match, especially when it’s a decisive match. It qualifies us for the next stage of the competition,” he explained.

But the coach wasn’t entirely satisfied with the performance: “I could describe our match today as mediocre. But now we have to put this match aside. The next step will be more important.”

On the Ugandan side, coach Soita Protus Barasa notably regretted the numerous mistakes made by his team: “My players made a lot of mistakes ,” he admitted after the match.

With this victory, Cameroon reaches the semi-finals and continues its quest for the continental title. Still undefeated and without having conceded a single set since the start of the competition, the Lionesses are also getting closer to the major international objectives linked to Nairobi 2026: the 2027 World Championship and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

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Frans Steyn says the Cheetahs need to front up physically when they host the Pumas in Sunday’s Currie Cup semi-final at Free State Stadium. DYLAN JOHNSON reports.

The Cheetahs finished the league stage in second place but were beaten 52-26 by the Pumas in Nelspruit last weekend, a result Steyn described bluntly.

“I think we disappointed ourselves over the past weekend,” he said. “There were some harsh words said on Monday and Tuesday. That’s not our standard. We’re never going into a game to save ourselves [for the playoffs].

“They just ran over us. It was like old Blue Bulls rugby, one big guy comes around the corner, then another, and you have to man up and defend your line.”

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However, Steyn was quick to put the defeat in context, pointing to the Cheetahs’ performances earlier in the tournament as evidence of what they are capable of.

“At some stages in the campaign, we played extraordinary rugby, old Free State winning, running rugby,” he said. “You can’t just look at the Pumas and the Bulls game [which they won 62-52] and say we missed something. It’s a great opportunity for our squad, for our youngsters to learn.”

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Captain Neels Volschenk echoed his coach’s honesty about the previous result but said the squad was ready to respond.

“Our egos took a knock. It’s one thing to lose, but the way we lost the game, that’s what hurts the most,” he said. “We need to man up and front up and go from there.”

Volschenk was clear that the Cheetahs would need to raise their level significantly to claim a place in the final.

“We need to be a lot better than we were the previous weekend, because I know the Pumas are also going to be better than they were against us,” he said. “It’s a semi-final and the fact that it’s here makes a huge difference. We’re ready.”

“A lot of guys are from Bloemfontein. To have it here, at home, is definitely special.”

Sunday’s clash in Bloemfontein kicks off at 3:30pm following the first semi-final between Griquas and the Lions in Kimberley (1pm).

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In two blockbuster signings announced earlier this year, both Siya Kolisi and Cheslin Kolbe are preparing for a return to the Stormers, where the duo started out their careers.

The return of the two Springbok stars is an exciting moment for any Stormers fan, and this week the Cape club revealed their new home and away jerseys for the upcoming season.

It has been confirmed that the jersey will be on sale from 10 September on the Stormers website.

Stormers look ahead to exciting season

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Lots to look forward to

Kolisi said that returning to Cape Town is a significant moment for him and his family.

“I have such incredible memories of my time at the DHL Stormers, the way I was embraced by the fans in my formative years has never left me.

“My family is in Cape Town and it is important to me to be close to them. This move gives me the chance to do that while also giving back to the team and fans who made such a big contribution to the player and person I am today.

“I am looking forward to contributing in any way I can to the future success and happiness of this special club and its incredible supporters,” he said.

Meanwhile, Kolbe said that it has always been his dream to return to where it all began for him.

“Cape Town and this team have played such a big role in my life and career. When I left, it was always with the hope that one day I would come back home and represent this team again. To have that opportunity now means a huge amount to my family and I.

“It is a big moment for us. I have such strong connections with the players and coaches here, and I am looking forward to seeing what we can achieve together.

“The Stormers are part of who I am, and I am grateful to be coming back at such an exciting time for the club.

“Project 2029 is a big vision and something I really believe in. There is a lot of talent here, a strong culture and a clear plan for what this team can become.

“I want to contribute wherever I can, on and off the field, and help create more special moments for the people of Cape Town,” he said.

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Having regained his best form, Lhuan-dré Pretorius credited former Proteas star Heinrich Klaasen for helping him turn things around, after the 20-year-old opener played a key role in South Africa’s victory over Zimbabwe in the T20 International tri-series in Windhoek on Tuesday.

Pretorius hit a T20 International career best 94 runs off 51 balls, laying a solid foundation for the Proteas as they secured a 43-run win against their lower-ranked neighbours.

After struggling to hit his straps in his last couple of games for London Spirit in the recently concluded The Hundred competition in the UK, Pretorius had been dismissed for nine runs in the Proteas’ opening match of the ongoing T20 tri-series against Namibia last week and was removed 22 in their second fixture against Zimbabwe.

Ahead of their third game on Tuesday, Pretorius had called Klaasen for some advice.

“Coming off a couple of low scores in The Hundred, and the first few games here, I just felt like I had to speak to him. Obviously he’s played a lot of T20 cricket around the world and he’s experienced most things, all the ups and all the downs, the lowest lows and the highest highs,” Pretorius said.

“I talk to him quite a lot because we play for the same franchise back home domestically (the Titans), and he always tells me I can go to him and ask him for advice and stuff, and I feel like there’s no-one better to ask for advice than Klaasie.

“He helped me and luckily it paid off. He just told me to give myself the best chance I can, get to 15 balls and put those small targets in, and that’s all I was focused on.”

Unfazed by missing ton

Though he fell six runs short of his maiden T20 International century against Zimbabwe, Pretorius said he was relatively unfazed, as he had been more concerned about making a valuable contribution to the team effort.

“In T20 hundreds are very rare, and international T20 hundreds are even more rare, so I wasn’t too fussed about it,” he said.

“I believe that milestones will come and go and it’s a team sport. If I was too worried about milestones I should rather play tennis or golf.”

South Africa will face Namibia on Friday in their last round robin match of the T20 tri-series in Windhoek, ahead of the final to be held on Sunday.