The Kenya Morans, Kenya’s second-string men’s rugby sevens team, are gearing up for the 2025 Rugby Africa Men’s 7s Cup, set to be held on June 21-22 at the Labourdonnais Sports Club in Mauritius. The tournament promises high-intensity rugby as 12 of the continent’s best teams clash for continental glory and a chance to assert their dominance in the sevens format.
Kenya has been placed in Pool A, a challenging group that includes their fierce East African rivals and reigning champions Uganda, alongside Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana. This draw sets the stage for an explosive showdown between the Morans and Uganda, a rivalry that has consistently delivered thrilling matches. Kenya will be aiming to overcome their recent struggles and reestablish themselves as a top-tier team in African rugby sevens.
Pool B is headlined by South Africa, the undisputed powerhouse of African rugby, who come into the tournament riding high after winning the 2025 HSBC SVNS World Championship. Their squad is expected to feature top-level talent and will be the team to beat. They are joined by Burkina Faso, Zambia, and Nigeria teams that are steadily developing and could pose surprises if underestimated.
Pool C consists of Madagascar, Zimbabwe, Tunisia, and the host nation Mauritius. Zimbabwe and Madagascar, both with strong rugby traditions, are likely to lead the charge in this group, but Tunisia’s physicality and the home advantage for Mauritius could make this pool highly competitive. The host nation will be hoping to leverage the support of local fans to spring a surprise in front of a home crowd.
The Morans approach this tournament with a renewed sense of purpose. Their performance in the previous edition, where they finished sixth, was widely regarded as below expectations. The event, which was also hosted at Labourdonnais Sports Club, saw Kenya struggle to find rhythm and consistency. This time, they aim to correct that trajectory and reclaim the title they last won in 2019.
Training camps in Nairobi have reportedly focused on fitness, discipline, and tactical execution, with the coaching staff keen on blending experienced players with emerging talent. The team’s strategy is likely to emphasize aggressive defense, quick ball movement, and exploiting space hallmarks of the Kenyan sevens game that have made them formidable opponents on the global stage.
With Uganda having taken the crown in the last edition, the pressure will be on Kenya to make a statement. Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana, while less prominent on the continental stage, are expected to bring physicality and flair, capable of unsettling more established teams if given the opportunity.
Beyond the chase for the trophy, this tournament also offers an opportunity for teams to test new talent ahead of the global qualifying campaigns and other international events. With rugby sevens gaining more traction across the continent, the 2025 edition of the Africa Men’s 7s Cup promises to be one of the most exciting yet.
As the countdown begins, all eyes will be on Mauritius as Africa’s rugby elite prepare to battle it out in a weekend of passion, power, and precision on the sevens field.
