It will the second time Uganda takes part at the tournament

Uganda last took part at the games in 2007 where they played four games and lost all - to Kenya, Botswana, Cameroon and Algeria, to finish ninth out of 10 countries.

After six years in the wilderness, the Uganda Volleyball Federation (UVF) has confirmed participation at the 16th edition of the African nation’s Women Championship in Nairobi, Kenya.

A provisional 18-man squad will be named this Friday in a move to start preparation for the September games this month.

UVF technical director Tonny Lakony, who also doubles as Nkumba University coach, is in charge of the side.

“It will be a tough job for me and the girls (to select the side) ,” Lakony said. “Skill comes first, then physique, experience and availability,” he added.

Uganda last took part at the games in 2007 where they played four games and lost all - to Kenya, Botswana, Cameroon and Algeria, to finish ninth out of 10 countries.
Kenya has dominated this championship winning it a record 7 times in the last 10 editions.

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