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The winner of the Uganda-Algeria clash will then go on to face either Burundi or Ethiopia in the second and final qualification round.
Uganda's previous appearance in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, held in Morocco last year, showcased the progress and growing prominence of women's football in the country.
The Crested Cranes aim to build on that momentum, harnessing their experience as they attempt to reach a second consecutive WAFCON final in 2024.
On Thursday, The Confederation for African Football set the the stage for an exhilarating journey for the Ugandan side at a draw ceremony held at the CAF headquarters in Cairo, Egypt.
In a moment brimming with anticipation and excitement, the Crested Cranes were paired against formidable opponents, Algeria, in the first qualification round.
The clash between these two promises to be an intense battle, as both teams vie for the opportunity to advance to the next stage.
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The winner of the Uganda-Algeria clash will then go on to face either Burundi or Ethiopia in the second and final qualification round.
The first-leg matches are scheduled to take place between November 18th and 26th, 2023, with Uganda hosting the first leg.
The second-leg fixtures will be played from November 27th to December 5th.
The Crested Cranes were eliminated from the group stages at the previous edition in 2022, following defeats to hosts Morocco, Senegal and a 2-2 draw against Burkina Faso.
This marked the second time that the Women's National Team reached this stage of the competition, with their first appearance dating back to the year 2000.
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08:03 - 05.07.2023
FOOTBALL Uganda to host qualifier against Rwanda in Kigali
Uganda does not have a CAF accredited stadium to host a specific criterion of matches organized under CAF including the senior Uganda Cranes games.
To secure their place in the 2022 edition, the Crested Cranes emerged victorious against Ethiopia in the first round before being granted a walkover in the second round against Kenya, who were serving a FIFA ban at the time.
Meanwhile, as hosts, Morocco will be exempt from the qualifiers set. Reigning champions South Africa and third-place finishers Zambia have been granted a bye for the first round.
The will enter the qualifiers during the second round where Senegal will face the winner between Angola and Sudan, while Zambia lies in wait for the winner between Eswatini and Burkina Faso.
The opening round of the qualifiers will see Senegal kick off their campaign against Mozambique, while South Sudan has been paired with a challenging tie against Egypt.
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Eleven-time African champions Nigeria, have been drawn against Sao Tome and Principe, with Tanzania facing Ivory Coast.
The Democratic Republic of Congo will face Benin in what promises to be an exciting clash, with the winner advancing to face either Equatorial Guinea or Libya in the subsequent round.
Cape Verde and Liberia have been set up for a potentially tricky encounter, as they vie for a chance to progress further in the tournament.
Ghana and Rwanda are set to cross swords in a highly anticipated duel. Similarly, Togo, aiming for their second participation in the tournament, must first overcome Djibouti.
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16:48 - 05.07.2023
FOOTBALL FUFA should explain the decision to host Rwanda in Rwanda
Because it is the same federation that opted for a more expensive option when the Cranes faced Tanzania, questions must be asked.
The Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, will take on Kenya, with the winner advancing to face the victor between Gabon and Botswana.
Tunisia, quarter-finalists in the previous edition, will face Niger in a captivating showdown. The winner of this encounter will face the winner between Guinea Bissau and Congo in the second round.
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