From Team Glory to Individual Battles: All Africa Individual Championships 2025 Begin in Accra

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Author: 
Tejraj Pultoo

After a week of excitement in the team competition, where host nation Ghana made history by winning the All Africa U-15 Team Event against Egypt, all eyes are now on the second part of the championships, the All Africa Individual Championships 2025.

 

The individual championships are taking place from 3 to 5 August at the impressive Borteyman Sports Complex in Accra. This modern facility, which hosted the team event, will now welcome Africa’s brightest junior talents for three days of intense matches, all fighting for the title of African Champion in their category.

Four Spots, Eight Teams: Quarterfinal Confrontations Rock the All-Africa U-15 Championships

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Author: 
Tejraj Pultoo

Accra, Ghana – 2 August 2025

The knockout rounds of the All Africa U-15 Team Championships 2025 began with intense quarterfinal action at the Borteyman Sports Complex. The top teams from the group stage, South Africa, Egypt, Ghana, and Mauritius, were joined by Ivory Coast, Tunisia, Algeria, and Namibia, all looking to earn a place in the semi-finals. The pressure was higher, the rallies were longer, and the cheers from the crowd were louder than ever.

 

Fierce Group Stage Battles at the All-Africa U-15 Team Championships 2025 in Accra

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Author: 
Tejraj Pultoo
Accra, Ghana – 1 & 2 August 2025

The All Africa U-15 Team Championships 2025 began with electrifying action at the Borteyman Sports Complex, as Africa’s youngest badminton stars took to the courts for two days of intense Group Stage battles in the Mixed Team Relay format. The atmosphere was buzzing, with ten nations fighting for a place in the knockout rounds and supporters filling the venue with cheers and encouragement.

BCA MEMO – AFRICAN YOUTH GAMES – Confirmation of Participation & Tentative Long List (Due 10 October)

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Author: 
Faadil Sayed

Further to the update received from the Organising Committee and CASOL, we request each Member Association to urgently coordinate with your National Olympic Committee (NOC) as follows:

Actions Required

BCA MEMO – Call for Nominations – BWF Level 1 Coaching Course for Women (South Africa, 18–25 November 2025)

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Author: 
Faadil Sayed

We are pleased to announce the organization of a BWF Level 1 Coaching Course exclusively for women, scheduled for 18–25 November 2025 in Cape Town – South Africa.

This programme is part of BCA’s commitment to empower women in badminton and expand the pool of qualified female coaches across Africa.

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BCA MEMO – Invitation to BCA Level 1 Refresher Webinar for Coaches – 12-13 August 2025

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Author: 
Faadil Sayed

In accordance with the BCA Strategic Plan 2022-2028, the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) is pleased to announce the organization of a Level 1 refresher webinar for coaches.

Objective:
The primary aim of this webinar is to enhance the skills and knowledge of BWF Level 1 certified coaches, preparing them for the BWF Level 2 coaching course.
To achieve this, we extend a warm invitation to all certified BWF Level 1 coaches within our Member Associations to participate in this valuable opportunity.

Mariam Eniola Bolaji Honoured with the 2024 Africa Women in Badminton Award

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Author: 
Tejraj Pultoo

The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) is proud to announce that Mariam Eniola Bolaji of Nigeria has been awarded the 2024 Africa Women in Badminton Award (AWIBA). The award was presented during the BCA and BWF Annual General Meetings (AGM) 2025, held in Xiamen, China.

This prestigious award recognises Mariam’s exceptional journey in badminton, from her early days on the courts in Nigeria to her historic achievement at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, where she won a bronze medal, making her the first African athlete to win an Olympic or Paralympic medal in badminton.

Algeria’s First Sudirman Cup: A Notable Journey from Africa to the World Stage

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Author: 
Tejraj Pultoo
Photo Credit : Badminton Photo

 

The year 2025 will always be remembered in Algerian badminton history. For the first time ever, Algeria qualified for the prestigious TotalEnergies BWF Sudirman Cup Finals, the World Mixed Team Badminton Championships. This was a dream come true for both the players and the whole country, especially as they had never played in this world-level team competition before.

 

From Classrooms to Champions: Tunisia Honoured with Africa Shuttle Time Award 2024

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Author: 
Tejraj Pultoo

In a moment of pride and celebration, the Tunisia Badminton Federation has been honoured with the Africa Shuttle Time Award 2024, a prestigious recognition presented by the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA). The announcement was made during the BCA and BWF Annual General Meetings (AGM) 2025, held in Xiamen, China.

 

A New Era for African Badminton: BCA and Yonex Team Up for Growth

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Author: 
Tejraj Pultoo

The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) is proud to announce a new and exciting partnership with Yonex, one of the most respected badminton brands in the world. This partnership will help support the development of badminton across Africa and bring new hope and opportunities to many athletes and communities on the continent.

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