Uganda’s She Cranes return to the court today, Tuesday, December 9, for a decisive meeting with Zimbabwe at the 2025 Africa Netball Championship in Lilongwe, and the result will shape the top of Pool B as the group phase reaches its midpoint.
Uganda carries confidence from Monday’s tense 46 to 45 win over Kenya, and the performance showed control in the early stages along with composure in the closing minutes.
Head coach oach Rashid Mubiru and his assistant Ruth Meeme will demand the same sharp execution today because Zimbabwe arrives with purpose after a 48-36 victory over Namibia in its opening match.
The match holds weight because a win would push Uganda into a strong qualifying position ahead of tomorrow’s final pool fixture against Namibia.
The combination of Shadia Nassanga, captain Racheal Nanyonga, Margaret Baagala and Ayaa Gloria will again lead Uganda’s efforts as the team looks to dictate play through quick movement and disciplined passing.
Zimbabwe relies on a structured midcourt and a physical approach, so Uganda needs to control the tempo from the first centre pass while limiting Zimbabwe’s surges in the second half, which has been its strongest period in recent tournaments.
Namibia and Kenya meet in the other Pool B fixture as both sides hunt their first win, and today’s results will set up an intense final day of group action.
Uganda finished second at the 2024 continental championship and aims to secure the crown this time round in Malawi.
