Kenya’s Netball Team Shines with a Historic Rise in World Rankings

A Milestone Worth Celebrating

Kenya has written a new chapter in its sporting history, climbing up the World Netball Rankings to position 23. This remarkable achievement is more than just a number — it’s a story of resilience, unity, and the unstoppable spirit of Kenyan athletes.

From facing regional giants to competing on the global stage, the journey has been nothing short of inspiring. Each game has tested the team’s strength, sharpened their skills, and proved that with focus and dedication, Kenya can stand tall among the best in the world.

Current World Netball Rankings As Of September 1st 2025

Ranking	Flag	Team	Played	Weighted	Points	Rating
1		Australia	44	26	5,308	204
2		New Zealand	45	26	5,072	195
3		Jamaica	41	24	4,602	192
4		England	52	33	6,089	185
5		South Africa	50	33	5,365	163
6		Wales	31	19	2,353	124
7		Uganda	40	25	3,040	122
8		Malawi	43	28	3,365	120
9		Tonga	40	25	2,934	117
10		Scotland	30	20	2,028	101
11		Trinidad & Tobago	25	13	1,222	94
12		Northern Ireland	27	21	1,906	91
13		Zimbabwe	38	25	2,223	89
14		Samoa	32	21	1,765	84
15		Namibia	32	24	1,865	78
16		Zambia	22	13	1,000	77
17		St Vincent & Grenadines	30	21	1,587	76
18		Fiji	44	27	2,026	75
19		Barbados	41	25	1,839	74
20		Botswana	16	8	468	59
21		Sri Lanka	25	16	889	56
22		Singapore	53	37	1,974	53
23		Kenya	32	24	1,262	53
24		Grenada	26	19	962	51
25		St Maarten	12	10	497	50
26		Gibraltar	24	17	815	48
27		UAE	26	21	998	48
28		Malaysia	18	13	487	37
29		Ireland	38	27	1,006	37
30		St Lucia	26	19	681	36
31		Isle of Man	25	18	531	30
32		Philippines	17	12	345	29
33		Papua New Guinea	34	19	544	29
34		Cook Islands	11	6	167	28
35		Cayman Islands	35	23	522	23
36		St Kitts & Nevis	11	6	130	22
37		Hong Kong, China	16	11	224	20
38		Malta	19	14	275	20
39		France	15	13	253	19
40		USA	14	10	138	14
41		India	10	8	100	13
42		British Virgin Islands	10	8	83	10
43		Eswatini	16	10	99	10
44		Brunei	16	11	71	6
45		Antigua & Barbuda	26	19	117	6
46		Israel	10	5	28	6
47		Canada	9	7	6	1
48		Chinese Taipei	9	7	0	0
48		Dominica	18	15	0	0
48		Maldives	12	10	0	0
48		Switzerland	19	14	0	0
48		St Eustatius	8	8	0	0

Check this link for more information: https://netball.sport/events-and-results/world-rankings-hub/current-world-rankings/

It has been all about the grit, fighting,resilience and target power.

Gratitude to the Pillars of Success

This milestone would not have been possible without the unwavering support of the Kenyan government, whose investment in sports continues to uplift athletes and create opportunities for excellence.

A heartfelt appreciation goes to the President of the Kenya National Netball Federation Madam Immaculate W. Kabutha , whose tireless commitment and vision have been the backbone of this progress.

We also celebrate the brilliance of the coaching staff led by Coach Mugisha Ali, whose strategies and guidance have molded the players into true warriors of the court. And to the team leaders and every athlete in the squad, Vice President Dr. Kiptum J. Chemagut, Secretary General Millicent Busolo, Asst. Secretary General Elly J. Amollo, Fixture Secretary Mr. Joseph N. Makau, Asst. Fixtures Secretary Suleiman Hassan, Treasurer Madam Anne J. Bett, Asst. Treasurer Madam E. Cherono your determination, discipline, and belief in one another have carried the nation’s flag higher than ever before.

The Road Ahead

Kenya’s rise is not just a victory for the team — it is a beacon of hope for every young girl across the country who dreams of shining on the global stage. With this momentum, the future of Kenyan netball looks brighter than ever.