Day four of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Division 2 Qualifier at Entebbe Cricket Oval saw Kenya confirm their place in Division One of the qualification pathway after defeating Sierra Leone, while Mozambique produced a dominant display to overcome Cameroon in the afternoon fixture.
Sierra Leone vs Kenya – Morning Game
Toss: Kenya won the toss and elected to bowl
Sierra Leone: 63/6 in 19 overs
Kenya: 64/4 in 13 overs
Result: Kenya won by 6 wickets
Kenya produced a composed all-round performance to defeat Sierra Leone by six wickets and secure qualification to Division One of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier scheduled for September 2026 in Tanzania.
After choosing to bowl first following overcast conditions, Kenya applied early pressure with a disciplined bowling display that restricted Sierra Leone to 63 for 6 in their 19 overs.
The Sierra Leone batters found it difficult to accelerate as wickets fell at regular intervals.
Isatu Sesay led the resistance with a patient 23 from 48 balls, while Mariama Jalloh contributed 10 and Susan Sesay added 6 runs.
Kenya’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Nezarine Oluoch, who claimed 2 for 12 in three overs.
Marion Agoi (1/9), Stella Rodgers (1/11) and captain Melvin Khagoitsa (1/10) also chipped in with crucial wickets as the Kenyan bowlers maintained tight control throughout the innings.
In response, Kenya chased the modest target comfortably, reaching 64 for 4 in 13 overs.
Zainabu Hamisi anchored the chase with 20 runs, while captain Melvin Khagoitsa remained unbeaten on 19 to guide her side to victory.
Sierra Leone attempted to fight back through Kadiatu Sawaneh, who picked up 2 wickets for 10 runs, but Kenya held their nerve to complete the chase.
The victory ensured Kenya became the first team to secure qualification for the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier (Division One).
Mozambique vs Cameroon – Afternoon Game
Toss: Cameroon won the toss and elected to bowl
Mozambique: 148/8 in 20 overs
Cameroon: 78 all out in 16.5 overs
Result: Mozambique won by 70 runs
Mozambique registered a comprehensive 70-run victory over Cameroon after producing the highest team total of the tournament followed by a disciplined bowling effort.
Batting first, Mozambique compiled an impressive 148 for 8 in their 20 overs. Regina Osvaldo Mazumba led the innings with a superb 48 from 38 balls, striking five boundaries to anchor the total.
She received support from Carolina Litos Muchanga, who scored 18 runs, while Ilza Artur Machava contributed an unbeaten 13 towards the end of the innings.
For Cameroon, captain Ateh Chris Kelly Fulai stood out with the ball, returning figures of 3 for 25. Akele Amougui Balbine Doris and Nanfack Kana Lyvana Dorcasse claimed two wickets each.
Chasing a challenging target, Cameroon was unable to keep up with the required run rate and were eventually bowled out for 78 in 16.5 overs. Sakinatou Moussa top-scored with 11 runs, while Ateh Chris Kelly Fulai added 9.
Mozambique’s bowlers controlled the innings well, with Leonor Virgelino Mandlate delivering the standout performance with figures of 3 for 11 in three overs.
Amelia Lucas Mundudo (2/10) and Regina Osvaldo Mazumba (2/12) also contributed to seal a convincing win.
The defeat meant Cameroon completed their campaign without a victory in the tournament
Summary
Summary Day four of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Division 2 Qualifier saw Kenya secure a crucial victory to confirm qualification for Division One of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier set to be held in Tanzania later this year.
Kenya still have one match remaining against Malawi, which will determine the Division Two champions. Kenya need either a win or a draw to claim the title, while Malawi must win to be crowned champions.
Mozambique also remain in contention for second place. A convincing victory over Sierra Leone on Saturday morning, combined with a heavy Malawi defeat to Kenya, could see Mozambique level on points with Malawi, leaving Net Run Rate to determine the final standings.
Mozambique ended the day on a high with a commanding win over Cameroon, who concluded their campaign without registering a victory.
ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Division 2 Qualifier 2026 – Points Table
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | NR | Points | Net RR |
| 1 | Kenya | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4.6829 |
| 2 | Malawi | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3.6875 |
| 3 | Mozambique | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -0.1597 |
| 4 | Sierra Leone | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -1.5438 |
| 5 | Cameroon | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4.5921 |
Upcoming Matches – Saturday, 14 March 2026
Morning:
Sierra Leone vs Mozambique – Entebbe Cricket Oval
Afternoon:
Malawi vs Kenya – Entebbe Cricket Oval