Rwanda has been drawn in Group A alongside 2022 runners- up Cape Verde, DR Congo and Zambia as the country gets set to make its debut appearance in the Africa Men's Handball Cup of Nations.

The 26th edition of the tournament will take place in Egypt from January 19 to 29, 2024. Rwanda is among 16 teams that will take part in the continental showpiece which reigning champions Egypt is going to host for the second time in a row.

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Besides being a showpiece that establishes the continental champion, the tournament will also serve as a qualifier for the 2025 World Men's Handball Championship. The nations that will secure a top five finish will book a ticket for the world championship.

Handball is a game that is only growing in the country. In September 2022, during the U-18 Africa Youth Handball Championship, Rwanda secured their first-ever medal (silver). The senior team is now looking to make the same or an even better feat on their debut appearance at the competition.

The team is expected to start training in December.

Group draw

Group A: Rwanda, Cape Verde, DRC and Zambia

Group B: Egypt, Guinea, Cameroon and Congo Brazzaville

Group C: Morocco, Algeria, Gabon and Libya

Group D: Tunisia, Angola, Nigeria and Kenya