A senior sports official says the upcoming under-19 cricket world cup is a major moment for the continent. Acting Permanent Secretary Cynthia Mawema called the 2026 tournament, co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia, a celebration of African cricket that will leave a lasting impact. She made the remarks during the trophy launch in Harare.
The event will feature sixteen teams, including first-time participant Tanzania. Zimbabwe Cricket vice chairman Sylvester Matshaka expressed pride in hosting the future stars of the sport. Tournament director Hamilton Masakadza confirmed that venues in Harare and Bulawayo are ready, with free entry for all matches. The trophy will tour several Zimbabwean cities ahead of the games.
Zimbabwe's team is in a group with England, Pakistan, and Scotland, playing all their matches at Takashinga Cricket Club. They will play warm-up games against the USA and New Zealand. Namibian officials, also present at the launch, said they are excited and prepared to co-host the global event.
The event will feature sixteen teams, including first-time participant Tanzania. Zimbabwe Cricket vice chairman Sylvester Matshaka expressed pride in hosting the future stars of the sport. Tournament director Hamilton Masakadza confirmed that venues in Harare and Bulawayo are ready, with free entry for all matches. The trophy will tour several Zimbabwean cities ahead of the games.
Zimbabwe's team is in a group with England, Pakistan, and Scotland, playing all their matches at Takashinga Cricket Club. They will play warm-up games against the USA and New Zealand. Namibian officials, also present at the launch, said they are excited and prepared to co-host the global event.
