Tanzania, March 12 -- Dar es Salaam. Nineteen teams will compete in the inaugural Kilimanjaro Volleyball League 2026 (KVL26), which is scheduled to kick off this Saturday in Moshi.

The competition has been organised by the Volleyball Association of Kilimanjaro (VAKI) and will feature 11 men's teams and eight women's teams, marking a significant milestone in efforts to strengthen volleyball development in the region.

VAKI chairman Alfred Selengia said the number of teams registered for the debut season reflects strong interest in the sport, particularly among women's teams. "This is a big achievement for us, especially seeing many women's teams joining the competition in its first season," said Selengia.

The league will be officially la...