Uganda’s Lady Cranes delivered an emphatic performance at the Rugby Africa Women’s Division One tournament in Côte d’Ivoire, sealing their qualification for the 2025 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup.
The team capped off their campaign with a stunning 63-7 victory over Zimbabwe in the final match, cementing their status as rising stars in African women’s rugby.
The round-robin tournament showcased Uganda’s excellence, as they secured victories against Zimbabwe, Tunisia, and the host nation.
In their final game, the Lady Cranes relied on their dominant forwards to set the stage for their swift, hard-running backs, demonstrating complete control throughout the competition.
Earlier in the day, Tunisia claimed a convincing 34-0 victory over Côte d’Ivoire, rounding off an exciting week of rugby action.
However, Uganda’s consistency and determination throughout the tournament proved unmatched, allowing them to finish with a perfect win record.
Joining South Africa, Kenya, and Madagascar in the 2025 premier division, Uganda’s achievement restores their standing as a formidable force in African women’s rugby across both the 15s and 7s formats.
