The jewel of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius, is set to ignite with the thunder of cleats and the roar of the crowd as it hosts the highly anticipated Africa Men’s Sevens tournament from June 20-21, 2026, in the vibrant locale of Cascavelle!
This year’s tournament holds special significance, forming a cornerstone of the celebrations marking Rugby Africa’s momentous 40th anniversary. Twelve formidable nations will converge, each battling with relentless determination for continental supremacy in what promises to be an electrifying weekend of high-octane sevens rugby. Beyond the glory, this competition also serves as a crucial qualification pathway to the prestigious World Rugby Challenger Series (SVNS Division 3), adding an extra layer of intensity to every tackle and try.
Mauritius, a seasoned host of this championship in recent years, is once again ready to welcome the continent’s finest. A total of 12 teams have been meticulously drawn into three pools, setting the stage for gripping encounters from the very first whistle.
Defending champions, the formidable South Africa, arrive in the 2026 edition fresh off their dominant victory in the 2025 Africa Men’s Sevens. The Springbok Sevens secured their crown with a thrilling 26-12 triumph over a valiant Madagascar in an unforgettable final, played right here in Mauritius.
The Uganda Rugby Cranes have now discovered their path to glory after the official pool draw. They find themselves in the challenging Pool B, alongside the explosive Madagascar, the determined Ghana, and the tactical Tunisia. This promises to be a pool of fierce competition and captivating rugby.
Meanwhile, the Kenya Morans face a familiar gauntlet in Pool C. Their journey will include a highly anticipated rematch against Zimbabwe, the very team that denied the Morans a podium finish in the 2025 edition. The Zambezi Cheetahs edged Kenya in a nail-biting 21-19 third-place playoff in Mauritius, leaving the East Africans hungry for redemption. Joining them in this intriguing pool are Burkina Faso and Morocco, ensuring every match will be a spectacle.
Here’s how the pools are stacked for the AFRICA MEN’S 7S 2026 at SPARC in Cascavelle:
POOL A
- South Africa
- Zambia
- Nigeria
- Mauritius (hosts)
POOL B
- Madagascar
- Uganda
- Ghana
- Tunisia
POOL C
- Zimbabwe
- Kenya
- Burkina Faso
- Morocco
Recent Champions & Legacy:
- 2025: South Africa defeated Madagascar 26–12 (Final); Zimbabwe beat Kenya 21–19 (Bronze).
- 2024: Uganda
- Most Titles: Kenya (6)
