The 27th African Women's Handball Championship, also known as the Coupe d'Afrique des Nations (Can) seniors dames de handball, is set to take place in Tunisia from December 2 to 12. The championship will feature 16 national teams competing in two cities: Hammamet and Nabeul. Benin's women's handball team, known as the Amazons, has been drawn into Group A alongside Egypt, Congo, and Cape Verde.
The group stage will be a crucial step for the Benin team as they face three opponents with different profiles. To succeed in the competition, the Amazons will need to demonstrate rigor, solidarity, and efficiency. Currently, the team is preparing for the championship by participating in the 2nd edition of the International Smara Tournament in Morocco. The tournament features four nations: Benin, Morocco (host), the United States, and Canada.
The draw for the championship was conducted on October 29 at the headquarters of the African Handball Confederation (CAHB). The results of the draw are as follows: Group A - Egypt, Congo, Cape Verde, and Benin; Group B - Senegal, Algeria, Guinea, and La Réunion; Group C - Tunisia (host), Cameroon, Zambia, and the representative of zone 5; and Group D - Morocco, Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Mali.
The Benin team's current focus is on their preparation for the championship. By participating in the International Smara Tournament, the team aims to fine-tune their skills and strategy before facing their opponents in the Can. The team's performance in the group stage will determine their chances of advancing to the next stage of the competition.
The 27th African Women's Handball Championship promises to be an exciting event, with 16 national teams competing for the top prize. The championship will feature a series of matches, and the teams will be vying for a spot in the next round. Benin's Amazons will need to be at their best to succeed in the competition.
According to the draw, Group B consists of Senegal, Algeria, Guinea, and La Réunion, while Group C comprises Tunisia, Cameroon, Zambia, and the representative of zone 5. Group D features Morocco, Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Mali. The teams in each group will compete against each other in a round-robin format.
The African Handball Confederation (CAHB) is the governing body for handball in Africa, and it is responsible for organizing the championship. The CAHB's efforts aim to promote handball in Africa and provide a platform for national teams to compete against each other. The 27th African Women's Handball Championship is expected to be a thrilling event, with many exciting matches and talented players on display.
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- Benin's women's handball team, the Amazons, will compete in Group A against Egypt, Congo, and Cape Verde at the 27th African Women's Handball Championship in Tunisia.
