Kenya Lionesses to renew rivalry with Uganda Lady Cranes
The Kenya Lionesses will begin their 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division campaign with a tough regional derby against Uganda Lady Cranes on Saturday ..
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The Kenya Lionesses will kick off their 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division campaign against rivals Uganda Lady Cranes on Saturday at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi.
- The Kenya Lionesses aim to win their first continental title after finishing second last year.
- Kenya coach Simon Odongo emphasized the team's objective to finish first but cautioned against underestimating opponents.
- The tournament serves as a pathway to global competitions like the Women’s Rugby World Cup and is crucial preparation for World Cup and Olympic qualifiers in 2025.
- Other matches for Kenya include clashes against Madagascar on May 27 and defending champions South Africa on May 31.
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