The Kenya Simbas were eliminated from contention for the 2027 Rugby World Cup after a close loss to Zimbabwe, finishing the match 29-23 in the semifinals of the Rugby Africa Cup held at Mandela National Stadium in Uganda.

• Score: Kenya led 18-13 at halftime but lost control in the second half.
• Eugen Sifuna opened scoring for Kenya, while Prior was pivotal for Zimbabwe with key penalties.
• Zimbabwe will face Namibia for the final berth to the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.