Kenya earned a straightforward victory to secure a semi-final spot ©CAVB

Kenya secured a spot in the semi-finals with a third successive victory at the African Women's Volleyball Championship in Yaoundé today.

The three-time defending champions were forced to work hard by a spirited Democratic Republic of Congo side at the Palais des Sports Hall, but ultimately triumphed in three straight sets.

They triumphed 25-21, 28-26, 25-15 to stay top of Group B.

Middle blocker Wisah Mukuvulani contributed 13 points as Trizah Atuka managed 12.

Senegal sit in second place in the group after recovering from a third set wobble to beat Tunisia.

Senegal defeated Tunisia elsewhere today at the continental event ©CAVB
Senegal defeated Tunisia elsewhere today at the continental event ©CAVB

They recovered to win a tight fourth set and triumph 25-23, 25-19, 18-25, 25-22.

It marked their second win of the tournament.

The top two teams in Yaoundé will qualify to play at next year's World Championships, due to take place in Japan from September 29 to October 20.

Cameroon beat Algeria 25-20, 25-9, 17-25, 25-10 in today's sole match in Group A.