Kenya's Malkia Strikers against Mali in the CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championshipon at Kasarani on August 27, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]
Defending champions Kenya’s Malkia Strikers continued their impressive title defence on home soil after sweeping Mali 3-0 at the Kasarani Indoor Arena to maintain their perfect record at the ongoing CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship.
Kenya secured the comfortable Group A victory with scores of 25-17, 25-10 and 25-18, producing another dominant display in front of the home crowd.
Head coach Geoffrey Omondi’s charges took control from the opening exchanges, combining powerful wing attacks with disciplined blocking at the net.
Mali struggled to match Kenya’s intensity as the Malkia Strikers dictated the pace throughout the encounter.
The victory gave Kenya a second consecutive win and strengthened their position at the top of Group A as the continental championship moves into the knockout phase.
The Malkia Strikers entered the tournament carrying the expectations of a nation after winning the previous edition.
Their campaign is also being closely watched as African teams compete for valuable continental honours while building towards the 2028 Olympic Games.