The prestigious Men African Nations Volleyball Championship is set to begin today, September 3, 2023, in Cairo, Egypt. The championship, organized by the African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB), is the official competition for senior men’s national volleyball teams across the continent. The tournament will culminate in a grand finale on September 14, 2023.
Group Stages and Contenders
Teams have been divided into four pools for the first phase of the championship, competing to secure the best positions before the knockout stages.
- Pool A: Egypt, Burundi, Algeria
- Pool B: Tunisia, Mali, Tanzania, Chad
- Pool C: Cameroon, Kenya, Ghana, Libya
- Pool D: Morocco, Rwanda, Senegal, Gambia
Favorites and Dark Horses
According to pre-tournament predictions, Egypt is the clear favorite to win, buoyed by home advantage and a strong volleyball tradition. However, Tunisia, Morocco, and Cameroon are also considered strong contenders who will be looking to upset the hosts and claim the title for themselves.
September 3, 2023
Pool A
Egypt vs Burundi
September 4, 2023
Pool B
Tunisia vs. Mali
Chad vs. Tanzania
Pool C
Libya vs. Ghana
Cameroon vs. Kenya
Pool D
Senegal vs. Gambia
Morocco vs. Rwanda