By Martha Nakimuli

Uganda will compete in the Women 15s Rugby World Cup after a new qualifying format was approved by the rugby governing body (IRB) starting with the 2014 France tournament.

The global qualifiers kick start the process when Ireland plays with Wales on February 3 , Uganda will  face Kenya in the Elgon cup between June and July before the winner later faces South Africa for the final qualification.

The former women rugby chairperson, Irene Namapii and current national team player  says it is a  great opportunity for Uganda  to play in world cup .She however states that there should be early training for the national team.