Kenya’s national youth women’s rugby Sevens team secured the gold medal at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, defeating Australia 17-12 in an extra-time final at the Iba Mar Diop stadium complex.
The victory capped a historic tournament for African women’s rugby, with Madagascar taking the bronze medal to secure two podium spots for the continent. Host nation Senegal also marked its debut in international women’s rugby competition during the event, using the home games to establish a foundation for grassroots development among young girls.
The strong performance by African teams in Dakar shows the rapid growth and rising competitiveness of women’s rugby across the continent, providing renewed moment.
–ChannelAfrica–
