From Gaborone to Kampala: African Stars Continue Their Journey at the Uganda International Challenge 2026
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Author:
Tejraj Pultoo
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 23:01
After an intense week of continental battles at the All Africa Senior Championships in Gaborone, Botswana, many of Africa’s top badminton players quickly shifted their focus to a new international stage, the Uganda International Challenge 2026, held from 18 to 22 February at the Lugogo Indoor Stadium in Kampala.
The tournament attracted strong participation from Asia, Europe, Oceania, and Africa, creating a highly competitive environment where African athletes had another opportunity to test themselves against global opposition.
A Golden Finale in Gaborone: Champions Crowned After an Unforgettable African Journey
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Author:
Tejraj Pultoo
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 22:56
From the first shuttle struck during the Team Championships to the final points played on championship Sunday, the All Africa Badminton Championships 2026 in Gaborone, Botswana delivered days of passion, pride, resilience, and unforgettable badminton.
Inside the Royal Aria Indoor Sports Centre, the finals of the Individual Championships felt like the perfect ending to a long and demanding week — a moment where effort, sacrifice, and dreams finally met reality.
Finalists Confirmed After Thrilling Semi-Final Battles in Gaborone
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Author:
Tejraj Pultoo
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 22:49
The atmosphere at the Royal Aria Indoor Sports Centre in Gaborone reached another level of intensity as the semi-finals of the All Africa Individual Championships 2026 delivered high-quality badminton, emotional moments, and decisive performances.
With places in the finals at stake, players showed courage, determination, and mental strength across all five events. Every rally mattered, and every point carried the weight of a continental dream.
Men’s Singles: Egypt and Mauritius Secure Final Spots
Pressure Mounts as Players Fight for Semifinal Places
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Author:
Tejraj Pultoo
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 22:42
The intensity of the All Africa Individual Championships 2026 continued to rise on Day 2 afternoon, as players returned to the courts of the Royal Aria Gymnasium in Gaborone for another demanding session filled with important matches and growing pressure.
After a busy morning, there was little time to rest. Athletes quickly shifted their focus back to competition mode, knowing that every match now carried greater importance as the tournament moves deeper into its decisive stages.
Players Push Limits as Championship Moves Towards the Final Stages
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Author:
Tejraj Pultoo
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 22:39
Day 2 of the All Africa Individual Championships 2026 brought another long and physically demanding schedule at the Royal Aria Gymnasium in Gaborone, as players fought through the Round of 16 and Quarterfinal stages in pursuit of continental glory.
After the emotional team championships earlier in the week, athletes were now fully focused on individual ambitions. The level of play continued to rise, with several strong performances, surprising results, and intense matches across all five events.
Giants Tested and New Contenders Rising: Day 1 Delivers Drama in Gaborone
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Author:
Tejraj Pultoo
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 22:26
The intensity continued to rise on Day 1 of the All Africa Individual Championships 2026 at the Royal Aria Gymnasium in Gaborone, as top seeds were pushed, surprise results emerged, and Africa’s depth in badminton talent became increasingly visible.
Coming just one day after the historic team championships, where Algeria secured a fifth consecutive continental men’s title and qualification to the Thomas Cup, while South Africa booked their place in the Uber Cup — players entered the individual competition with confidence, but also fatigue.
A New Chapter Begins in Gaborone: Africa’s Best Step Into Individual Battles
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Author:
Tejraj Pultoo
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 22:22
The focus has officially shifted from team glory to individual ambition at the All Africa Individual Championships 2026, currently taking place at the Royal Aria Gymnasium in Gaborone.
The tournament, which started on Friday 13 February, opened with a packed schedule across four courts, featuring intense matches from the early rounds of men’s singles, women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles.
South Africa and Algeria Crowned African Champions, Secure Historic Qualification to World Team Finals
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Author:
Tejraj Pultoo
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 22:13
The continental stage belonged to champions once again in Gaborone, Botswana, as South Africa and Algeria successfully defended their African team titles in spectacular fashion, confirming their dominance while securing qualification to the prestigious world team championships scheduled for April in Denmark.
With continental pride and global qualification on the line, both finals delivered intensity, tactical battles, and moments of brilliance that kept spectators on the edge of their seats.
BCA is pleased to announce the opening of the application process for the 5th Edition of the African Shuttle Time Award (ASTA).
Introduced in 2022, ASTA aims to reward the best implementation of the Shuttle Time programme in Africa for a given year. This initiative serves to promote Shuttle Time programme, recognize excellence, and encourage Member Associations to develop the programme sustainably.
BCA MEMO – AFRICAN WOMAN IN BADMINTON (AWIBA) 2026 – CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
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Author:
Faadil Sayed
Thursday, February 26, 2026 - 15:17
The BCA is pleased to call for the nomination of candidates for the 2026 Edition of the African Woman In Badminton Awards (AWIBA) to be awarded during the BCA AGM in Horsens, Denmark, on the 23th April 2026.
Introduced in 2018 in recognition of the existing Badminton participation disparity between Women and Men in Africa, the Award seeks to:
