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Ghana to Host ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier B 2026

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 Source: Rachel Ankomah

Ghana is set to welcome the continent as it hosts the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup – Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier B (2026) from 24th to 29th March 2026 at the Achimota Cricket Ovals in Accra.

The tournament forms part of the global qualification pathway toward the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, offering emerging cricket nations in Africa the opportunity to compete for advancement to the next stage of the qualification process.

Participating Nations

Six countries will compete in the Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier B:

• Ghana

• Eswatini

• Tanzania

• Seychelles

• St. Helena

• Malawi

These teams will battle over six days in a highly competitive T20 format, with each match carrying significant weight in the race for progression.

A Milestone for Cricket in Ghana

Hosting this international qualifier marks another major milestone for cricket development in Ghana. It reflects the growing capacity of the Ghana Cricket Association to stage high-level international competitions and underscores Ghana’s expanding footprint within African cricket.

The Achimota Cricket Ovals will serve as the tournament venue, providing players and fans with an exciting atmosphere as national pride and qualification hopes take center stage.

Growing the Game Across Africa

The Sub-Regional Qualifier not only determines progression within the ICC pathway but also strengthens cricket development across Africa. It provides valuable international exposure for players, technical officials, and administrators while creating opportunities for partnerships, tourism engagement, and community participation.

As Ghana prepares to host, the tournament promises competitive cricket, regional unity, and another important step toward the global stage.

Further updates on fixtures, match schedules, and related activities will be announced in due course.

Source: Rachel Ankomah