They saw off both Kenya and Egypt as round-robin play began at Petit Stade Amahoro in Kigali.

Kenya were brushed aside 25-8, 25-17, 25-21 before the Egyptians were beaten in four sets, 26-24, 15-25, 25-22, 25-20.

Egypt had the consolation of beating Kenya, 25-22, 25-23, 25-17.

All three countries will now play each other again on day two tomorrow.

The winners of the tournament, which concludes on Tuesday (September 17), will qualify for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games.

Rwanda are aiming for a second straight Paralympic appearance after competing at Rio 2016.

After the women's tournament concludes, the men's event will also be held in Kigali between September 19 and 22.