This annual event, now in its 47th edition, will bring together top-tier volleyball teams from across Africa, with additional strong teams from various nations expected to participate.
The agreement was signed in a ceremony held at the Kigali Convention Centre on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
FRVB was represented by its president, Raphaël Ngarambe, while CAVB was represented by its president, Bouchra Hajij.
Ngarambe expressed excitement about Rwanda hosting this major event, highlighting that the championship would provide valuable opportunities, including qualification for the World Cup for the participating teams.
Bouchra Hajij, president of CAVB, thanked Rwanda for agreeing to host the competition, expressing confidence that the event would be well-organized and stand out.
She noted, “Rwanda is a key partner for us. The country’s streamlined visa process for Africans is one of the factors that makes its events successful. Rwanda has demonstrated its capability to host international tournaments, and I am optimistic that the 2026 competition will be a resounding success.”
She further added, “I believe that the leadership of President Paul Kagame has played a pivotal role in nurturing talent and providing clear direction, which has significantly contributed to the country’s economic growth and sporting success.”
The Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire, who was also present at the signing ceremony, expressed her gratitude to CAVB for placing their trust in Rwanda to host this important event. She reassured that the country’s facilities and commitment to sports excellence would leave a lasting impression on participants.
“It is an honor for us to host the African Championship for the first time, which will see 24 top teams compete. As the hosts, we are determined to demonstrate that Rwanda is well-equipped to showcase the talents of all athletes and provide them with world-class facilities,” she stated.
The signing ceremony was preceded by the unveiling of the official logo for the CAVB Men’s Club Championship to be held in Kigali.
The previous edition of the championship, held in 2025 in Misurata, Libya, saw Swehly Sports Club from Libya claiming the title, with APR VC from Rwanda finishing in fourth place.
As per the competition’s format, the host country is represented by the top four teams based on their performance in the previous year’s championship. This year, Rwanda will be represented by teams including; APR, Police, REG, and Kepler VC.
In a historic achievement, Gisagara VC made history in 2022 as the first Rwandan team to win a medal in this competition, securing third place by defeating Port de Douala 3-1 in the event held in Kelibia, Tunisia.
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