Mwamba lift fifth consecutive Women’s Kenya Cup title after comeback victory over Quins Queens
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Despite the loss, it was a commendable performance from Quins Queens, whose rapid rise continues to impress
Mwamba RFC Women underlined their dominance on the domestic stage after storming to a 30-20 victory over Kenya Harlequins Women to clinch the 2026 Women’s Kenya Cup title in a thrilling final played on Saturday, 2 May at the Goan Institute.
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The victory marked Mwamba’s fifth consecutive crown, extending an incredible run that now spans from 2022 to 2026.
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It was, however, far from straightforward.
Kenya Harlequins Women, popularly known as Quins Queens, produced a spirited first-half display to take a 13-10 lead into the break.
Yvette Oketch crossed over for Quins’ opening try, while captain Sheila Chanjira added a brace to keep the pressure firmly on Mwamba.
Chitechi was reliable from the boot, contributing crucial points through conversions to give Quins the halftime edge.
🏉🇰🇪 | Champions again 👏
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Mwamba RFC Women are the 2026 Women’s Kenya Cup winners, lifting their 5th title after a 30-20 commanding victory against Kenya Harlequins Women in a thrilling final packed with action from both sides.
Quins Queens led 13-10 at halftime, but Mwamba… pic.twitter.com/CUeLssdHLl
But Mwamba, enjoying home advantage, responded when it mattered just as champions do.
Edith Naliaka had opened the scoring early for Mwamba and returned in the second half to complete her brace, setting the tone for a dominant turnaround.
Janet Okello made an immediate impact, while Rose Otieno powered over to stretch the lead as momentum swung decisively in Mwamba’s favour.
Irene Apiyo added another crucial try as the champions tightened their grip on the contest, before Ann Namunyak sealed the victory with the final score that put the result beyond doubt.
Despite the loss, it was a commendable performance from Quins Queens, whose rapid rise continues to impress. Formed as recently as October 2023, the side showed they can compete at the highest level after pushing an experienced Mwamba outfit to the limit.