Rwanda hosts ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup Africa Qualifier

ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup Africa Qualifier Rwanda Cricket Association youth cricket Kigali Africa Division 2

Rwanda is hosting the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Africa Division 2 Qualifier in Kigali from August 9 to 15, 2026. The tournament features six nations: Rwanda, Uganda, Nigeria, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, and Ghana.

The competition follows a single round-robin format held at the Gahanga International Cricket Stadium and the RP Kigali Oval. The top three teams will advance to the 2027 Regional Final to compete for a spot in the 2028 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup.

In the opening match at the RP Kigali Oval, Sierra Leone won the toss and elected to bowl first against Ghana. Rwanda Cricket Association President Stephen Musaale stated that hosting the event reflects Rwanda's

Entities

Gahanga International Cricket Stadium · International Cricket Council · RP Kigali Oval · Rwanda Cricket Association · Stephen Musaale

Sources

Cricket Sierra Leone Win Toss Against Ghana in Rwanda, Elect to Bowl First in U-19 World Cup Qualifier [sierraloaded.sl]

about 1 month ago

How Uganda’s U19 Stars dismantled Nigeria in Division 2 opener [kawowo.com]

about 1 month ago

Rwanda ready for ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Africa Qualifier [www.rnanews.com]

about 1 month ago