Ghana Names Squad for 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens Championship in Nairobi
Ghana has named its squad for the 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens Championship, scheduled for November 7–8 at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi, Kenya.
Captain Dorothy Owusu-Ansah will lead the Ghana Rugby Eagles, with head coach Jeffery Chiwanda selecting a blend of experienced players and emerging talents for the important continental competition.
The tournament presents Ghana with an opportunity to compete for continental honours and secure qualification for the World Rugby HSBC SVNS 3 competition.
Ghana have been drawn in Pool B alongside hosts Kenya and Tunisia, setting up two crucial opening-day encounters on Saturday, November 7.
The Rugby Eagles will begin their campaign against Tunisia at 9:44 a.m. East African Time (EAT) before taking on hosts Kenya at 1:34 p.m. EAT.
Ghana Rugby Eagles Squad
• Shiela Dede Tettey
• Bariksu Abdul Mumuni
• Dorothy Owusu-Ansah (Captain)
• Jamila Awal
• Radha Arthur
• Racheal Dede Nakie Tawiah
• Mary Plange
• Rita Afellibik
• Eunica Sakiede Sackey
• Paulina Yaa Mensah
• Christiana Zeinab Bitremi
• Asana Alhassan
• Sandra Siawaa Odame
• Khadija Adams
Technical Team
• Team Lead: Rafatu Inusah
• Head Coach: Jeffery Chiwanda
• Assistant Coach: Selom Gavor
• Team Manager: Anita Felix Atieku
• Team Medic: Grace Essien
Ghana’s Pool B Fixtures – Saturday, November 7
• 9:44 a.m. EAT: Tunisia vs Ghana
• 1:34 p.m. EAT: Kenya vs Ghana
With qualification for the World Rugby HSBC SVNS 3 competition at stake, Ghana will be determined to deliver strong performances and make a statement on the continental stage.
Rugby supporters across Africa and around the world can follow the two-day championship live on RugbyPass TV, Rugby Africa’s YouTube channel and Facebook page.