The ICC Women's World Cup Africa Qualifier, held in Windhoek, Namibia, from August 31 to September 6, 2025, served as both a competitive event and a valuable learning experience for coaches. The tournament was a platform for the ICC Level 2 Coaching Course, part of the ICC Legacy Programme aimed at building coaching capacity in Africa.

The tournament, hosted at the FNB Cricket Ground, was described by coaches as a "wonderful experience." Many praised the quality of cricket, noting its role in raising the sport's profile across the continent. One coach commented, "most people in Africa don't know much about cricket apart from in South Africa. . . this tournament has really brought us into the game." The event was described as "very competitive," with players performing at a "very high level."

The Namibian cricket facilities were also highly praised, with coaches noting that they were well within international standards. One coach said, "facilities like these you can only find them in South Africa, the UK, or Australia. All the other African countries are yet to catch up." The facilities were seen as a key factor in the high performance of the teams. "It's not just buildings but a quality build," another coach added, emphasizing that such infrastructure is essential for high-performance sports.

While the tournament was widely celebrated, some coaches pointed out the challenges posed by unpredictable weather. "I can say the weather was a challenge because most of us are not familiar with the hot weather," one coach shared. Another noted, "Namibia has a very weird weather," which required teams to make "a lot of adjustments for our players."

Despite these challenges, the coaches agreed that the event was more than just a competition. It provided a crucial opportunity for learning, sharing experiences, and strengthening cricket development throughout Africa. As one coach summed up, the coaching course was "an amazing opportunity. I'm excited to go back and teach my young players and other senior players how cricket is growing and what's a good way to move forward."