Uganda Cubs have qualified for the 2027 U17 Africa Cup of Nations after easing past Ethiopia on Saturday at the ongoing CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers.

The team managed by coach Kingston Laryea made light work of Ethiopia in the semifinals of the qualifying tournament to earn a place at next year’s AFCON.

Ukasha Jemba, Arnold Kayemba, and Yusuf Ssenyonga (brace) scored the goals for Uganda in the 4-0 victory.

It should be noted that the top three teams (two finalists and the third-placed team) earn qualification to the final tournament to represent the CECAFA region.

Uganda has now qualified for AFCON U17 for three consecutive finals. This is also a route to the World Cup, where the quarterfinalists represent Africa at the global stage.

Uganda now awaits the final of the CECAFA Zonal qualifiers against either Rwanda or Somalia, who face off in the other semifinal.