The FYI of the Africa Women's 7's taking place in Ghana

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENTS: South Africa’s Women’s Sevens team will defend their Africa Women’s Seven’s title in Ghana this weekend, coming up against Burkina Faso in their opening match, before taking on Zimbabwe and Tunisia in Pool A of the tournament.

In this article, we reveal squad announcements, kick-off times, and how you can follow the action.

The Africa Women’s 7s Tournament kicks off on Saturday, November 9, with 18 matches scheduled at the University of Ghana Rugby Stadium in Accra, Ghana.

The tournament will bring together 12 national women’s teams at full strength, featuring nations such as 2023 reigning champions South Africa, Kenya, Tunisia, Zimbabwe, Burkina Faso, Madagascar, Ghana, Mauritius, Uganda, Zambia, Senegal and Cote D’ Ivoire.

The Tournament will serve as the qualifier for the 2025 World Rugby Challenger Series, bringing together 12 national teams – reigning champs South Africa and top contenders Kenya, Tunisia and Zimbabwe,

Hosting the Africa Women’s Sevens is a huge milestone for Ghana. It reflects the growing stature of rugby in the country and across West Africa, particularly in promoting women’s sports.

The Government of Ghana, under the leadership of His Excellency President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has been a strong advocate for the development of sports infrastructure and the promotion of gender equality in athletics.

Hosting this tournament is a significant step in showcasing the country’s commitment to supporting women in sports and positioning Ghana as a growing hub for international sports events.

The Rugby Stadium at the University of Ghana is the first purpose-built rugby stadium in West Africa. The venue, completed earlier this year for the 2023 African Games, symbolizes the region’s dedication to advancing sports development.

Day 1️⃣ fixtures for the upcoming Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens Tournament 🏟️ in Accra, Ghana 🇬🇭.
Day 1️⃣ kicks off on the 9th of November @ 9am GMT / 6am EAT
Don’t miss out on this tournament
We’re streaming live on Rugby Pass TV 📺 and on Rugby Africa Facebook and YouTube. pic.twitter.com/E0ZS4yMjAb

— Rugby Afrique (@RugbyAfrique) November 4, 2024

The tournament will provide an opportunity to demonstrate Ghana’s capacity to host major sporting events and inspire greater participation in rugby across the region.

*All 34 matches will be available for free streaming on RugbyPass TV

Pools:

Pool A: South Africa, Tunisia, Zimbabwe, Burkina Faso

Pool B: Kenya, Madagascar, Ghana, Mauritius

Pool C: Uganda, Zambia, Senegal, Côte D’Ivoire

Fixtures:
Game 1: Zambia vs Senegal 9.00 GMT; 6.00 EAT
Game 2: Uganda vs Côte d’Ivoire 9.22 GMT; 6.22 EAT
Game 3: Ghana vs Madagascar 9.44 GMT; 6.44 EAT
Game 4: Kenya vs Mauritius 10.06 GMT; 7.06 EAT
Game 5: Tunisia vs Zimbabwe 10.28 GMT; 7.28 EAT
Game 6: South Africa vs Burkina Faso 10.50 GMT; 7.00 EAT

Game 7: Zambia vs Côte d’Ivoire 11.44 GMT; 8.44 EAT
Game 8: Uganda vs Senegal 12.06 GMT; 9.06 EAT
Game 9: Madagascar vs Mauritius 12.28 GMT; 9.28 EAT
Game 10: Kenya vs Ghana 12.50 GMT; 9.50 EAT
Game 11: Tunisia vs Burkina Faso 13.12 GMT; 10.12 EAT
Game 12: South Africa vs Zimbabwe 13.34GMT; 10.34 EAT

Game 13: Senegal vs Côte D’Ivoire 14.50 GMT; 11.50 EAT
Game 14: Uganda vs Zambia 15.12 GMT; 12.12 EAT
Game 15: Kenya vs Madagascar 15.34 GMT/;12.34 EAT
Game 16: Zimbabwe vs Burkina Faso 15.56GMT; 12.56 EAT
Game 17: South Africa vs Tunisia 16.18 GMT; 13.18 EAT
Game 18: Ghana vs Mauritius 16.40 GMT; 13.40 EAT

Squad announcements:

South Africa: Leigh Fortuin, Kemisetso Baloyi, Ayanda Malinga, Zintle Mpupha, Nompumelelo Mathe, Felicia Jacobs, Maria Tshiremba, Shiniqwa Lamprecht, Nadine Roos, Mathrin Simmers (captain), Zandile Masuku, Liske Lategan

Ivory Coast: Koume Evelyn, Lamoine Adeline, Dayo Awa, Lokpo Vanille, Sekongo Ferata, Nangbo Nolan, Sylla Mariam, Bleu Julie, Berte Aicha, Zon Mariam, Cisse Fatoumata, Cisse Nambalo

Senegal: Fatoumata Ba (captin), Yvonne Mendy, Marieme Coumba Barry, Amy Nyafouna), Awa Ciss, Coumba Ndiaye, Mariama Augustine France Diallo, Aby Sene, Oumy Diouf, Aicha Joelle Madeleine Badji

Kenya: Sheila Chajira (captain), Christabel Lindo, Faith Livo, Stella Wafula, Diana Awino, Moreen Muritu, Sianaida Mokaya, Diana Kemunto, Judith Auma, Grace Adhiambo, Sharon Auma, Freshia Oduor

Zimbabwe: Wadzanai Chidawa, Rumbidzai Chigumbu, Cleopatra Malenga, Ruvimbo Mdyanadzo, Delight Mukomondo, Tarren Munodaani, Constance Ngwende, Pauline Sianga, Rufaro Tagarira, Kudzai Wasili

Uganda: Peace Leukuru (captain), Grace Nabaggala, Unity Namulala, Grace Auma, Nasozi Maimuna, Janat Nandudu, Tina Molly Akello, Lona Sandra Amoli, Gertrude Junior Kateesa, Fazira Namukwaya, Yvonne Najjuma, Lydia Namabiro