Kenya Women's National Volleyball Team, Malkia Strikers, return to action after a day-long break with a clash against Mali at the ongoing 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship.Kenya had a bye on Wednesday but will now resume action, hoping to build on their convincing 3-0 victory over Zambia in their opening match.##NAJAVA_MECA_9915616##The highly anticipated clash will be staged at the Kasarani Indoor Arena, with both teams angling for a place in the quarter-finals.In their opening match against Zambia, coach Geoffrey Omondi opted to start with his fringe players before introducing his main team towards the end of the second set, a decision he is likely to repeat tonight.While Kenya secured victory in their opening match, Mali, who had a bye on the first matchday, faced Zambia on Tuesday, August 26, at the Ulinzi Indoor Arena, where they suffered a 1-3 defeat.Stars Abroad: Sichenje, Ouma feature as Savio scores on Spurs debut against CharltonThe Malkia Strikers are expected to have an easy ride against their Malian counterparts, but, as is the nature of sport, the West African side could produce a surprise performance.With a ticket to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the World Championship at stake, the Kenyan team will be keen to produce its best performance, while also making a statement about its intentions in the tournament.In the other matches of the day, neighbours Uganda will take on Egypt at the Kasarani Indoor Arena from 1000 hrs in what will be the first match of the day.Stars Abroad: Ochieng starts against Real Madrid as Onyango, Otieno feature in midweek actionAt the Ulinzi Sports Complex, Burundi will face Zambia, who have begun to attract the support of Kenyan fans, from 1100 hrsThe Lang'ata-based facility will also host the clash between Algeria and DR Congo from 14:00, with Ghana locking horns with Tunisia from 1700 hrsAt the Kasarani Indoor Arena, Burundi will battle Senegal from 13:00, as giants Cameroon take on Nigeria in another West African derby from 1600 hrs.Five Kenyan officials selected for CAF New FIFA Referees Course in Cairo
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