This archive report was first published on 2 August 2019.
Published on August 2, 2019, the Kenya Lionesses are gearing up for the 2021 Rugby World Cup qualifiers set to take place from September 9th to 17th in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The team, who recently warmed up for the ties by beating Uganda's Lady Cranes to retain the Elgon Cup, will face Madagascar on September 9th, followed by a match against Uganda on September 13th, and conclude their campaign against South Africa on September 17th.
Head coach Felix Oloo is set to welcome back Sheila Chajira, who has recovered from an ankle injury, while Vivian Akumu and Naomi Amuguni are in line for their inaugural caps.
The winner of the four-nation tournament will qualify directly for the World Cup, while the losing finalist will have a second chance through the repechage.
The 2021 Rugby World Cup finals are scheduled to take place in New Zealand.
