Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and DR Congo have all risen in the September 2024 FIFA Rankings, released in Zürich, Switzerland, on Thursday.
Following strong performances in the African Cup of Nations 2025 Qualifiers opening two matches, most East African countries climbed in the FIFA rankings, published on Thursday, September 19, by the World Football governing body, FIFA.
The Democratic Republic of Congo leads the East African region in the rankings. The Leopards’ back-to-back victories over Ethiopia and Guinea place them at the top of Group H and boosted their standing by two spots to 58th globally and 10th in Africa.
Uganda’s cranes follow closely. Propelled by a 2-0 home win against Congo Brazzaville and an away draw with South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, Uganda jumped five places to 90th worldwide and 19th in Africa to lead the CECAFA region and rank second among East African nations.
Kenya’s Harambe Stars, ranked third in East Africa, moved up six spots to 102nd globally and 23rd in Africa after a goalless draw with Zimbabwe and a 2-1 away victory against Namibia in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers.
Tanzania’s Taiffa Stars rose three places to rank 110th globally, 26th in Africa, and 4th among East African countries. A 2-1 victory against Guinea in their AFCON Group H qualifier helped improve their ranking.
Rwanda’s Amavubi moved up one spot to 130th globally and 38th in Africa, thanks to draws against Libya and Nigeria.
Burundi climbed three spots to 136th globally and 41st in Africa after a 3-2 win over Malawi and a narrow 1-0 loss to Senegal at Bingu Wa Mutharika Stadium.
In contrast, South Sudan dropped three places to 172nd in the world.
Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Côte d’Ivoire, Tunisia, Nigeria, Algeria, Cameroon, Mali, and DR Congo make up Africa’s top 10. On the global stage, Argentina retains the top spot, followed by France, Spain, England, and Brazil.
The next rankings will be released on October 24.
