Egyptian giants Al Ahly Sporting Club have been crowned champions of the 47th CAVB African Men’s Volleyball Club Championship after a commanding straight-sets victory over hosts Rwanda Police Volleyball Club in the final held at BK Arena in Kigali on 2 May 2026.
Al Ahly sealed the title with a 3-0 win (25-20, 25-21, 25-22), underlining their dominance throughout the tournament and capping off an unbeaten run with a composed performance on the biggest stage.
In front of a packed and vibrant crowd, the Egyptian side showcased their experience and quality, controlling key moments of the match despite spirited resistance from Rwanda Police VC.
The hosts, playing in their first-ever continental final, pushed hard in each set but were unable to break Al Ahly’s rhythm, as the North African powerhouse maintained consistency in attack and defence to close out the match in straight sets.
The victory secures Al Ahly yet another continental crown, reinforcing their status as one of Africa’s most successful volleyball clubs.
Despite falling short in the final, Rwanda Police VC will take pride in a historic campaign that saw them reach their maiden final on home soil.
Backed by a passionate Kigali crowd, Police VC emerged as one of the standout teams of the tournament, with their runner-up finish marking a significant milestone for Rwandan volleyball.
REG claim bronze
Earlier in the day, Rwanda Energy Group (REG) secured third place after defeating Egypt’s Petrojet Sporting Club 3-1 in the bronze medal match.
REG took the opening two sets 25-21, 25-21 before Petrojet responded to win the third. However, the Rwandan side regained control to seal the fourth set and clinch a deserved podium finish.
The result ensured a strong showing for host nation Rwanda, with two teams finishing in the top three.
Tournament Dream Team
The tournament’s Dream Team featured standout players from across the competition, with both champions Al Ahly and runners-up Rwanda Police well represented.
- Outside Hitter: Matuí Nicholas (REG)
- Outside Hitter & MVP: Eissa Abdelrahman Elhossiny (Al Ahly)
- Middle Blockers: Frank Shyaka (Rwanda Police VC), Abou Abd Elhalim Mohamed (Al Ahly)
- Opposite: Masso Alvarez Jose Israel (Al Ahly)
- Setter: Melly Brian Kipkirui (Rwanda Police VC)
- Libero: Irakoze Allain (Rwanda Police VC)
Elhossiny’s performances proved decisive throughout the tournament, earning him the Most Valuable Player award as he played a key role in Al Ahly’s title-winning campaign.
Kigali delivers a volleyball spectacle
The final brought the curtain down on a successful البطولة in Kigali, with BK Arena providing a fitting stage for Africa’s premier club volleyball competition.
From electrifying crowds to high-quality matches, the 47th edition lived up to expectations, further cementing Kigali’s growing reputation as a hub for major continental sporting events.
For Al Ahly, it is another chapter in a storied legacy. For Rwanda Police and REG, it signals a rising force in African volleyball.
And for African volleyball as a whole, Kigali 2026 may well be remembered as a tournament where both tradition and new ambition collided on the grand stage.
