The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Africa Qualifier commences on Friday with eight nations competing for two spots in the global tournament. Zimbabwe demonstrated dominance during warm-up matches by defeating Kenya after limiting them to 96 runs and achieving the target within 13 overs. Botswana secured victory over Malawi with a 55-run margin, while Namibia overwhelmed Uganda by 93 runs after posting 205 runs. Tanzania achieved a dramatic single-wicket victory against Nigeria after bowling them out for 83 runs. The qualifier divides teams into two groups with Kenya, Malawi, Namibia and Nigeria forming Group A while Botswana, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe constitute Group B.
Winners and runners-up from each group will advance to the 2026 World Cup, scheduled for India and Sri Lanka. The qualifying tournament spans from September 26 through October 4. Opening fixtures feature Namibia facing Kenya at Harare Sports Club and Nigeria meeting Malawi at Takashinga. Zimbabwe begins its campaign against Uganda while Tanzania battles Botswana during afternoon sessions at the respective venues.
Winners and runners-up from each group will advance to the 2026 World Cup, scheduled for India and Sri Lanka. The qualifying tournament spans from September 26 through October 4. Opening fixtures feature Namibia facing Kenya at Harare Sports Club and Nigeria meeting Malawi at Takashinga. Zimbabwe begins its campaign against Uganda while Tanzania battles Botswana during afternoon sessions at the respective venues.
