Kenya Clinches Bronze as Egypt and Nigeria Crowned at Inaugural NFL FLAG Africa Championship


The Kenya women’s team receiving their bronze medals after beating Ghana in this year’s NFL Flag Africa Continental Championship
By Fride Amiani 

11th July, 2026 Egypt and Nigeria were crowned champions at the inaugural NFL FLAG Africa Championship after a thrilling day of finals in Nairobi, marking a significant milestone in the growth of flag football across the African continent ahead of the sport's Olympic debut at the Los Angeles 2028 Games.

Egypt emerged victorious in the men's competition after edging Nigeria 12–6 in a closely contested final to lift the continental title. South Africa claimed the bronze medal with a hard-fought 19–13 victory over hosts Kenya.

In the women's category, Nigeria secured the championship after defeating Egypt 27–18 in an entertaining final. Kenya finished the tournament on a high by claiming the bronze medal with an impressive 18–6 win over Ghana, delighting the home supporters.

The championship concluded with a medal and trophy presentation ceremony attended by NFL Africa Ambassador and two-time Super Bowl champion Osi Umenyiora, NFL International Flag Football Lead Afia Law, Joshua Weru—the first Kenyan and East African athlete to sign with an NFL franchise after joining the Philadelphia Eagles—as well as senior officials from the Government of Kenya and members of the country's sporting fraternity.

The tournament brought together athletes, coaches and officials from across Africa, providing a platform for the continent's best flag football teams to compete while highlighting the rapid expansion of the sport in the region.

Following the championship matches, the event concluded with the NFL FLAG Talent ID programme, where selected athletes participated in a series of drills and skills assessments designed to identify promising talent. The initiative forms part of the NFL Africa programme, which seeks to nurture emerging players and create pathways for them to advance within the sport.

Organisers said the Talent ID programme is aimed at supporting athlete development by exposing participants to high-performance training and opportunities that could open doors to future international competitions.

The successful staging of the championship in Nairobi underscores Kenya's growing reputation as a destination for international sporting events while reflecting the increasing popularity of flag football across Africa.

With the sport set to make its Olympic debut at the Los Angeles 2028 Games, the inaugural NFL FLAG Africa Championship has laid a strong foundation for future continental competitions and inspired a new generation of African athletes to pursue opportunities in the rapidly expanding game.

The tournament is expected to further strengthen partnerships between the NFL, national federations and governments as efforts continue to grow participation and develop elite flag football talent across the continent.

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