The 2026 CAVB Zone VI Beach Volleyball Tour, held in Maputo, Mozambique, was a remarkable event where teams supported by the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment Programme excelled by securing five out of six medals. This finale of the tour, taking place from September 23 to 25, was filled with intense competition among teams from countries like Angola, Mozambique, Botswana, Eswatini, South Africa, Namibia, and Lesotho.

Men's Category

In the men's competition, Angola's Carlos Muondo and Eduardo Afonso emerged victorious, securing the gold medal with their outstanding performances. Their win against Botswana’s Jack Sekao and George Chiswaniso in the finals was particularly thrilling. Mozambique’s Jorge Monjane and Osvaldo Mungoi earned the bronze after defeating the Krafft brothers from Namibia.

Women's Category

The women's competitions saw Mozambique's teams dominate. Ana Sinaportar and Vanessa Muianga won the gold without losing a set, showcasing their exceptional skills. Their teammates, Nadia Bango and Veronica Carlos, took silver, while Alaina Mahumane and Celia Nelson Machava completed the sweep by claiming bronze. This clean sweep underscored the strength of Mozambican teams in the tournament.

This tournament brought attention to the remarkable progress of Angola and Mozambique in beach volleyball. A significant factor in their success was the international coaching and support facilitated by FIVB's Volleyball Empowerment initiatives. Coaches from Norway and the Netherlands played an instrumental role in elevating the abilities of the athletes from these nations. These strategic support projects aim to enhance the performances of both junior and senior teams in future competitions.

Overall, this exciting event underscored the depth of talent in the region and marked the successful conclusion of the 2026 CAVB Zone VI Beach Volleyball Tour, a key event in African beach volleyball. For more details, you can follow this link.