The women's 5000 metres event at the 2018 African Championships in Athletics was held on 2 August in Asaba, Nigeria.Results

Results Rank Athlete Nationality Time Notes Hellen Obiri 15:47.18 Senbere Teferi 15:54.48 Meskerem Mamo 15:57.38 Hawi Feysa 15:59.23 Lilian Kasait Rengeruk 16:04.51 Loice Chemnung 16:25.78 Dolchi Tesfu 16:46.94 Aminat Olowora 17:29.64 Kaoutar Farkoussi Kyondwa Katapala Failuna Matanga Cavaline Nahimana

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