The stage is set for a thrilling week of women’s cricket as Namibia takes on the role of host for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier, scheduled from 31st August to 6th September 2025.
The tournament, to be played in Windhoek across two international-standard venues, the brand-new FNB Namibia Cricket Ground (NCG) and the refurbished HP Cricket Oval, will feature eight nations vying for two coveted places at the Global Qualifier.
Participating teams include Namibia (hosts), Zimbabwe, Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Sierra Leone. While Zimbabwe and Uganda arrive with well-earned reputations on the ICC pathway, Namibia will bank on home advantage. Meanwhile, Rwanda and Sierra Leone will be eager to build on their momentum after progressing from the Division 2 Qualifier in Botswana earlier this year.
The tournament reflects a significant moment for women’s cricket in Africa, showcasing both established teams and hungry emerging contenders. With places at the Global Qualifier on the line, every match promises high stakes and no shortage of competitive drama.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier 2025 Schedule:
| Date | Time | Match | Venue |
Sunday, 31 Aug |
9:30 |
Nigeria vs Sierra Leone | Namibia Cricket Ground (NCG) |
| Kenya vs Rwanda | HP Oval | ||
14:30 |
Zimbabwe vs Namibia | NCG | |
| Uganda vs Tanzania | HP Oval | ||
Monday, 1 Sep |
9:30 |
Zimbabwe vs Sierra Leone | NCG |
| Tanzania vs Kenya | HP Oval | ||
14:30 |
Nigeria vs Namibia | NCG | |
| Uganda vs Rwanda | HP Oval | ||
Wednesday, 3 Sep |
9:30 |
Tanzania vs Rwanda | NCG |
| Namibia vs Sierra Leone | HP Oval | ||
14:30 |
Uganda vs Kenya | NCG | |
| Zimbabwe vs Nigeria | HP Oval | ||
Thursday, 4 Sep (Semifinals/Playoffs) |
9:30 |
1st Group A vs 2nd Group B (SF1) | NCG |
| 3rd Group A vs 4th Group B (SF3) | HP Oval | ||
14:30 |
1st Group B vs 2nd Group A (SF2) | NCG | |
| 3rd Group B vs 4th Group A (SF4) | HP Oval | ||
Saturday, 6 Sep (Finals/Playoffs) |
9:30 |
Loser SF1 vs Loser SF2 (3rd Place Playoff) | NCG |
| Loser SF3 vs Loser SF4 (7th Place Playoff) | HP Oval | ||
14:30 |
Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2 (Final) | NCG | |
| Winner SF3 vs Winner SF4 (5th Place Playoff) | HP Oval |
Key Storylines to Watch:
Zimbabwe’s Pedigree: As the highest-ranked side, Zimbabwe remains a firm favourite but face a tough opener against hosts Namibia.
Namibia’s Home Advantage: Backed by passionate home support and familiarity with the conditions, Namibia will be eager to script history.
Uganda’s steady rise: The Lady Cranes have built consistency in ICC events and bring a balanced unit capable of upsetting the odds.
Emerging contenders: Rwanda and Sierra Leone, fresh from the Division 2 pathway, have nothing to lose and everything to gain.
With the women’s game gaining momentum across the continent, this Qualifier in Windhoek is set not just as a gateway to the next ICC stage, but as a celebration of the new era of African women’s cricket.
