The Entebbe Cricket Oval is about to become the heartbeat of continental cricket as Uganda prepares to welcome the next generation of female athletes. Starting March 8, 2026, the country will host the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Division 2 Qualifier, a high-stakes tournament that marks a significant milestone for the sport in the region.
Five nations—Kenya, Malawi, Cameroon, Mozambique, and Sierra Leone—are set to descend on the lakeside town of Entebbe. Each team arrives with the same goal: to secure one of the two available spots in the next round of qualifiers. Those who find success in Uganda will move on to the Africa Qualifier in Tanzania later this year, where they will face the continent’s top-ranked sides for a chance to play in the 2027 World Cup in Bangladesh and Nepal.
Beyond the scores and the standings, this event represents a major win for the growth of the game in Uganda. Cricket Uganda CEO Evelyn B. Shinyekwa highlighted that hosting these “future stars” is a point of pride for the nation. The hope is that by bringing international competition to local soil, more young girls will be inspired to join the sport, effectively strengthening the pipeline for women’s cricket across Africa.
As the tournament runs from March 8 to March 14, the focus will be on the grit and talent of these young players. With only two tickets to Tanzania on the line, every match at the Entebbe Oval will be a crucial step toward a potential world stage appearance.
Squads:
Cameroon
Kelly Fulai Ateh Chris (C), Precious Chang Zang, Francoise Clara Menguene Nzie, Fride Elisabeth Kameni Elomo, Lyvana Dorcasse Nanfack Kana, Gisele Isadora Akamba, Gadgedde Nirina Kwe Ndongo, Jeni Fortune Fokou Tsanang, Orchelle K. Guemo Dongmo, Rema Aboh Tekwe, Moussa Sakinatou, Joy Ngei Meh Monica, Balbine Doris Akele Amougoui, Aureli Grace Kana
Kenya
Melvin Khagoitsa (C), Janet Makau, Zainabu Hamisi, Alice Kariuki, Roshele Atamba, Nezarine Oluoch, Nancy Wafula, Tania Atieno, Stella Rodgers, Joy Juma, Ann Gladys Anyango, Marion Jacinta, Mary Atieno, Emmelda Kendi Peter Kithure
Malawi
Favour Piliyesi (C), Caroleen Mangulama, Angela Lumbe, Sphiwe Frank, Esther Richard, Winnie Matabwa, Princess Chidatha, Elizabeth Mapisa, Stella Kunje, Bridget Kasinja, Doreen Malion, Dorica Kamforzi, Alinafe Abraham Kawirawira, Ireen Akonda Josephy
Mozambique
Amelia Lucas Mundudo (C), Regina Osvaldo Mazumba, Marlena Ernesto Gulela, Delerosa Sergio Navingo, Yudney Da Kley Martinho Murrure, Leonor Virgelino Mandlate, Ilza Artur Machava, Carolina Litos Muchanga, Bitosa Quibir Vilia, Tina Afonso Tivane, Sinda Absalao Mazoio, Julieta Mateus Macauso, Ana Leonildo Machava, Julia Chantel Bila
Sierra Leone
Mary Kamara (C), Susan Sesay, Ramatu Kamara, Isha K. Bangura, Mariama Jalloh, Theresa Tommy, Isatu F. Sesay, Desmonda Coker, Katty Kamara, Hawa Kumba Kamara, Kumba Mansaray, Kadiatu Sawaneh, Mabinty Jannet Sama, Christiana Lamin
Fixtures:
Sunday, 8 March – 10:00 am: Malawi vs Cameroon; 2:00 pm: Kenya vs Mozambique
Monday, 9 March – 10:00 am: Kenya vs Cameroon; 2:00 pm: Malawi vs Sierra Leone
Tuesday, 10 March – Rest Day
Wednesday, 11 March – 10:00 am: Malawi vs Mozambique; 2:00 pm: Sierra Leone vs Cameroon
Thursday, 12 March – 10:00 am: Kenya vs Sierra Leone; 2:00 pm: Mozambique vs Cameroon
Friday, 13 March – Rest Day
Saturday, 14 March – 10:00 am: Sierra Leone vs Mozambique; 2:00 pm: Malawi vs Kenya
Broadcast & Coverage:
All matches will be streamed live on Cricket Uganda’s YouTube channel, with scores and updates available on ICC’s Official website.
