Kenya finished third in Pool 2 with four points after recording two wins and two defeats.
The clarification provides a definitive outline of the knockout stage following discussions and uncertainty surrounding the tournament qualification format.
The discussions place basketball infrastructure and grassroots development alongside broader efforts to create pathways for Kenyan athletes to develop their skills.
The play-off will be contested over two legs, with the first leg scheduled for October 1, 2026, in Mombasa, followed by the return leg on October 6
Born and raised in Mumias, Kenya, Madina Okot has continued to attract attention through her progress in basketball, making history with her selection by the Atlanta Dream in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
The victory marked Kenya's first ever win over Zambia, a win that came after a spirited second-half comeback that saw the hosts overturn a halftime deficit.
Tunisia joined Cameroon in the final after defeating Morocco 3–1 in the other semifinal boosting their chances of reclaiming the title they lost to Egypt in 2023.
Held under the theme “Strengthening Integrated Athlete Health and Welfare Systems in Kenya,” the symposium will focus on developing stronger systems
For Kenya, this is about more than simply hosting two major sporting events. It is an opportunity to create a lasting sporting legacy.
Kenya’s Wafalme suffered a setback as they were eliminated in the round of 16 by Algeria who went ahead to defeat defending champions Egypt in the quarter-finals.
