Athletics at the 2015 African Games - Women's 400 metres

The women's 400 metres event at the 2015 African Games was held between 13 and 15 September.

Qualification: First 3 in each heat (Q) and the next 4 fastest (q) advanced to the semifinals.

Qualification: First 3 in each semifinal (Q) and the next 2 fastest (q) advanced to the final.