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Okulu and Okello to captain Kenya Lionesses ahead of Rugby Africa Women's Sevens

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Grace Adhiambo (center) of Lioness 1 is tackled by Uganda's dou Zindale Masuku (left) and Aphiwe Ngwevu (left) during the 23rd Edition 2021 Safari 7s tournament at The Nyayo National stadium on Saturday, Oct 31, 2021.[FILE/Standard]

Grace Okulu and Janet Okello will lead the Kenya Lionesses as co-captains as the hosts begin quest to dethrone South Africa and win the 2025 Rugby Africa Women's Sevens.

The technical bench confirmed a 13-player squad, signalling both continuity and fresh competition ahead of Saturday's opening matches against Ghana and Ivory Coast.

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