The road to the 2026 CAF Women's Champions League has become clearer for two East African giants, as Kenya Police Bullets and Simba Queens FCTeam·Simba Queens FC were drawn into the same group for the CECAFA zonal qualifiers. The official draw ceremony, held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Amahoro Stadium Conference Hall in Kigali, RwandaVenue·Rwanda, set the stage for an intriguing regional battle.
Both teams will compete in Group C, alongside Burundi's Top Girls Academy, promising a challenging path to the continental showpiece. The qualifiers, featuring a total of 10 teams from across the CECAFA region, are scheduled to take place from August 21 to 31, 2026, with matches hosted at the Kigali Pele Stadium and the FERWAFA Technical Center ground in Kigali.
Kenya Police Bullets enter the regional qualifiers on the back of a dominant domestic campaign. They were recently crowned champions of the 2025/26 FKF Women's Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League, securing their third consecutive league title. Their impressive season saw them accumulate 52 points, finishing five points clear of second-placed Ulinzi StarletsTeam·Ulinzi Starlets, with only two losses and one draw across 21 matches. A notable performance included a resounding 9-0 victory over four-time champions Vihiga Queens FCTeam·Vihiga Queens FC.
Head coach David Vijago expressed satisfaction with his squad's performance following their domestic triumph.
"The season has been good, we thank God. We haven't had bad injuries, but all in all, we thank God. Our prayer was for us to win the league and that is exactly what we did"— David Vijago.
Representing Kenya, the Bullets will face a formidable opponent in Simba Queens FCTeam·Simba Queens FC. The Tanzanian side brings significant experience to the tournament, having been crowned the Zonal champions in 2022. Their pedigree suggests a stern test for any team aspiring to advance.
The winner of this highly anticipated zonal qualification tournament will earn the coveted spot in the main CAF Women's Champions League 2026, highlighting the high stakes involved for all participating clubs. The upcoming matches in Kigali are expected to showcase the growing talent and competitive spirit within East African women's football.
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