Ghana will be the first West African country to host a Rugby Africa women’s Sevens competition, which will take place at the University of Ghana’s Rugby Stadium on Saturday, November 9 – Sunday, November 10, 2024.
Aside from hosts Ghana, the tournament would feature 11 countries, including defending champions South Africa, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Tunisia, Kenya, Madagascar, Senegal, Zambia, Mauritius, Burkina Faso, and Cote d’Ivoire.
Rugby Africa, the continent’s rugby governing body, is organising the competition, which will act as a qualifier for the 2025 Challenger Series.
A statement released by the Public Relations Unit of the Youth and Sports Ministry said: “This milestone reflects the growing stature of rugby in Ghana and across West Africa, particularly in promoting women’s sports.
“The Government of Ghana, under the leadership of 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 Africa Women’s Sevens is a premier continental competition played in the fast-paced sevens format, where each team consists of seven players and matches are played in two halves of seven minutes.
The 2024 edition of the tournament would not only determine the champions of Africa but also offer an opportunity for the top three teams to qualify for the 2025 Challenger Series, a global rugby sevens qualifier.
The tournament would be open to the public with free admission, allowing all Ghanaians and international spectators to witness world-class rugby action.
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