Xiamen, CHINA –Yonex is honored to support the Badminton Confederation of Africa (BCA) through a new equipment agreement designed to empower athletes and communities across the continent. This agreement represents an important step in supporting the development of badminton across Africa. Through this partnership, BCA and Yonex aim to grow badminton in Africa by working…
Badminton South Africa – National Coach Badminton South Africa is seeking a highly driven and experienced National Coach to lead the High Performance Programme and…
Shuttle Time Tutor, Egyptian Badminton Federation Growing up, I was always a very active child, constantly involved in various sports. I played football, basketball, and…
Shuttle Time Tutor, Lesotho Badminton Association I’m the eldest of three boys, and was raised by a single parent. Growing up, I was always entrusted…
Shuttle Time Tutor, Badminton Federation of Congo I was born in Kinshasa, the capital of D R Congo as the son of a diamond merchant.…
A recent Shuttle Time programme in Senegal has successfully trained 50 participants from the country’s military and police forces, equipping them with the fundamentals of…
Thursday 13th March 2025 As per Clause 9.5 of the BCA Constitution, we are pleased to share the agenda for the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM)…
Friday 7th March 2025 Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) is pleased to announce the opening of the application process for the 4th Edition of the African Shuttle…
The All Africa Senior Championships Individual Finals in Douala, Cameroon came to an inspiring conclusion at the Japoma Gymnasium, with impressive performances and unforgettable moments.…
Thursday 27th February 2025 The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA), in partnership with the Badminton World Federation (BWF), is pleased to invite your federation to nominate…
The semi-finals of the All Africa Individual Badminton Championships were filled with action, revelations, and stirring moments! The best players from across Africa fought hard…
Friday 21st February 2025 Reminders: Deadline for AGM Proposals & Key dates. Deadline for AGM Proposals. This is a kind reminder that all…
The All Africa Individual Championships continued on Day 2 with exciting matches across multiple courts. Athletes from all over Africa gave their best, creating a…
The Individual Championships at the All Africa Senior Championships 2025 started today, February 14, at the Japoma Gymnasium in Douala, Cameroon. Players from different African…
The All Africa Mixed Team Championships came to an end in spectacular fashion at Japoma Gymnasium in Douala, Cameroon, with Algeria claiming their first-ever title…
The semi-finals of the All Africa Mixed Team Championships have concluded, and the stage is now set for an exciting final between Algeria and Mauritius.…
The quarterfinals of the All Africa Senior Team Championships 2025 brought intense action and dramatic moments as the continent’s top badminton nations battled for a…
The afternoon session of Day 2 at the All Africa Senior Team Championships in Douala, Cameroon, was nothing short of sensational. Hosted at the iconic…
The second day of the All-Africa Senior Team Championships in Douala, Cameroon, delivered intense action, dramatic upsets, and victories with teams battling for crucial group-stage…
The afternoon session of Day 1 at the All Africa Team Event Championships 2025 in Douala, Cameroon, was nothing short of moving. Fans were on…
Day 1 of the All Africa Team Event Championships 2025 kicked off with thrilling matches in Douala, Cameroon, setting the stage for an exciting tournament.…
The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) organized a highly impactful Umpire Workshop from 7 to 9 February 2025 in Douala, Cameroon, alongside the prestigious All Africa…
The stage is set for the All Africa Senior Championships 2025, one of the biggest events on the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) calendar. The tournament…
Congratulations to Senegal for this well-deserved recognition! The BWF Shuttle Time Photo of the Year 2024 award is an outstanding achievement, highlighting the passion of…
Following a decision of the BCA Council, we have the pleasure to inform you that the BCA Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2025 will be held…
The BCA is pleased to call for the nominations of candidates for the 8th Edition of the African Women In Badminton Awards (AWIBA) to be…
We are pleased to invite Member Associations to apply for the organisation of the 2025 Africa AirBadminton Championships and the 2026 All Africa Senior Championships.…
As per Clause 9.31 and 9.31.1 of the BCA constitution, we are pleased to share the BCA MA’s 2025 Voting strength. BCA MAs 2025 Voting…
Find attached the prospectus and the relevant forms of the 2025 All-Africa Senior Championships which will be held in Douala, Cameroon from the 10th to the…
2025 BCA CALENDAR OF EVENTS We are pleased to share with you the BCA 2025 Calendar of Events, which outlines the full schedule of…
Invitation to Host Media Launch for the Road to LA 2028 Olympics & Paralympics Background: Following our unprecedented success at the recent Paris Paralympics,…
We are pleased to release the attached prospectus and associated forms for the AFRICA AIRBADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024 to be held in Mont Choisy- Mauritius, from the 14-17…
The Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024 in Mont Choisy, Mauritius, brought unforgettable moments for the host nation. The Men’s Triple team of Aatish Lubah, Tamesh Dookhee,…
On the golden sands of Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius, the Africa AirBadminton Championships has been more than just a competition, it has been a…
The second day of the Africa AirBadminton Championships in Mont Choisy, Mauritius, continued to deliver thrilling action during the evening session. Fans were treated to…
The Africa AirBadminton Championships continued to deliver excitement on Day 2, with the morning session showcasing thrilling matches that kept fans at Mont-Choisy engaged and…
The highly anticipated Individual Championships at the Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024 kicked off on Friday, 15th November, at the picturesque Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius.…
Day 1 Evening session of the Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024 at Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius was an unforgettable day for Team Uganda, as they…
The Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024 launched today at the beautiful Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius, marking a significant milestone for African badminton with the participation…
In preparation for the Africa AirBadminton Championships starting tomorrow, November 14, 2024, at Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius, the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) organized a…
The much-anticipated Africa AirBadminton Championship is set to kick off tomorrow on the stunning shores of Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius. Five nations: South Africa,…
From 10 to 17 September 2024, Cameroon hosted the prestigious BWF Level 1 Coaching Course, an initiative aimed at increasing the participation of women in…
In a momentous achievement for both Nigeria and the African continent, Mariam Eniola Bolaji has made history by becoming the first African athlete to win…
Team Ghana made a resounding statement at the recently concluded All Africa U19 AirBadminton Championships in Thiès, Senegal, securing an impressive three gold medals and…
The recently concluded All Africa Individual Championships in Thiès, Senegal, saw an outstanding performance from Mauritius’ own Lucas Douce, who emerged as the undisputed star…
The All Africa U19 Individual Championships in Thies, Senegal, have been a showcase of amazing talent, and two names have stood out above the rest:…
The All Africa U19 Individual Championships kicked off with an electrifying start today in Thies, Senegal, as Egypt’s Elgendy Hadia, the second seed in the…
In a thrilling final at the All Africa U19 Mixed Team Championships held today in Thies, Senegal, Mauritius emerged victorious against Egypt, securing a 3-1…
In a thrilling display of todays’ session on court, Seif Omar from Egypt emerged as the standout player during the All Africa U19 Championships currently…
The All Africa Junior Under 19 Championships are currently underway in Thies, Senegal, bringing together some of the continent’s most talented young badminton players. The…
In a showcase of excellence and dedication, the recent Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) held in Chengdu, China, saw the…
The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Chengdu, China. This significant event was conducted alongside…
Since badminton’s induction into the Olympic Games in 1992, its global reach has been steadily expanding, drawing participation from diverse corners of the world. While…
In a historic moment for Nigeria and Africa, two para badminton athletes, Mariam Eniola Bolaji and Chigozie Jeremiah Nnanna, are gearing up to compete at…
In their ongoing journey at the Total Energies Thomas and Uber Cup 2024 in Chengdu, China, Team Algeria faced off against Malaysia, one of the…
In the prestigious arena of the Total Energies BWF Thomas and Uber Cup 2024 in Chengdu, China, the Algerian Men’s Badminton Team stood tall, representing…
We are pleased to invite Member Associations to apply for the organisation of the following African Championships: All Africa Under 15 Championships 2025 and All…
BCA Sports Foundation invites qualified and experienced travel agents to submit their proposals for providing comprehensive travel management services. The selected travel agent will be…
The Ugandan Girls Badminton Team is currently making waves as they represent Uganda and Africa at the prestigious Uber Cup in Chengdu, China. Placed in…
Shuttle Time National Coordinator, Tunisian Badminton Federation I was born in the big coastal city of Sfax in the center of Tunisia. I come…
ST Tutor, Ethiopian Badminton Federation Childhood Days I was born and raised in the city of Hawassa in Ethiopia. Various sports were played in…
Shuttle Time Tutor, Botswana Badminton Association Childhood Days I started playing badminton when I was 15 years old. My first coach was Barbadian and…
Shuttle Time Tutor, Badminton Federation of Cameroon I grew up in a difficult neighborhood called Ekoundou in Yaoundé. I’m currently a teacher of Physical…
ST Tutor, Zambia Badminton Childhood Days I grew up as a sportsperson. My father introduced me to sports; he played lawn tennis and hockey.…
Shuttle Time Tutor, Badminton Association of Zimbabwe I grew up as a sports-loving child, active all year round. As a child I did athletics,…
In honor of International Women’s Day, the Gender Equity Committee of the Senegalese Badminton Federation orchestrated a remarkable and insightful event, aiming to spotlight and…
The recently concluded African Games in Accra, Ghana, unfolded a thrilling badminton spectacle, showcasing the prowess and self-discipline of the continent’s finest players. Among the…
The African badminton arena witnessed a spectacular display of talent, willpower, and championship spirit as Anuoluwapo Juwon Opeyori from Nigeria and the Algerian duos, Koceila…
In a stunning display of dexterity and fortitude, Husina Kobugabe of Uganda emerged as a standout performer at the African Games in Accra, Ghana, making…
Day 2 of the Individual Event Accra, Ghana – Day 2 of the African Games 2023 witnessed a display of exceptional talent and determination,…
Find attached the job advertisement for the position of Finance and Administration Manager at BCA. Deadline for application is on Friday 19th April 2024. Please…
The atmosphere in Accra, Ghana, reached fever pitch today as the Individual Championships of the African Games 2023 commenced, igniting the passion of badminton enthusiasts…
Day 1 of the Badminton African Games 2023 The city of Accra, Ghana, is abuzz with anticipation as the African Games 2023 Individual Event…
The curtains closed at the Lugogo MTN Arena in Kampala, Uganda, on Sunday, 25th February, marking the end of an exhilarating Uganda International Challenge 2024.…
In a remarkable turn of events at the Uganda International Challenge 2024, Anuoluwapo Juwon Opeyori, the pride of Nigerian badminton, has etched his name in…
The second day at the Uganda International Challenge 2024, hosted at the Lugogo Stadium, witnessed a roller-coaster of emotions as African players, especially those in…
The Lugogo Stadium in Kampala reverberated with the echoes of intense badminton clashes as the Uganda International Challenge 2024 commenced its journey. Athletes from various…
The grand finale of the All Africa Senior Individual Championships in Cairo, Egypt, unfolded with an array of historic victories, as Nigeria’s Anuoluwapo Juwon Opeyori…
The Cairo International Stadium witnessed an electrifying start to the All Africa Senior Individual Championships on Friday, February 16. With the individual events kicking off…
In an exhilarating final match on Thursday, February 16, between Algeria and Nigeria at the All Africa Men’s and Women’s Team Championships in Cairo, Egypt,…
The All Africa Team Championships 2024 in Egypt reached its Day 3 with electrifying matches and unexpected turnarounds. The morning session showcased intense battles in…
Cairo, Egypt – The All-Africa Senior Team Championships, featuring the prestigious Thomas and Uber Cup, continued its exhilarating journey into Day 2 at the Cairo…
Cairo, Egypt – The stage is set for an exhilarating display of badminton prowess as the draw for the All-Africa Senior Championships was conducted today…
In a highly anticipated event for badminton enthusiasts across the continent, the All-Africa Senior Badminton Championships is set to unfold at the Cairo National Complex…
Freetown, Sierra Leone – The echoes of shuttlecocks reverberated through the air in Freetown as two esteemed coaches from the Czech Republic, Veronika Brožkovcová and…
The recently concluded Egypt Para Badminton International 2024 marked a historic chapter for para badminton in Africa, standing as the continent’s second Para international event…
Following a decision of the BCA Council, we have the pleasure to inform you that the BCA Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2024 will be held…
In a significant stride towards gender equity and inclusive leadership, Dr. Moneoang Leshota has emerged as a trailblazer by securing the position of Executive Board…
In a momentous stride towards badminton development in Rwanda, the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) and the Association Francophone de Badminton (AFB) recently organized the Shuttle…
Coordinator, Badminton South Africa I was born in 1959 and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. I was raised in a modest but loving…
Date: January 10, 2023 In a historic signing ceremony on January 10, 2023, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) and the Egyptian Badminton Federation (EBF)…
Date: January 8, 2024 Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – The Burkina Faso Badminton Association made a significant stride in promoting grassroots badminton among the country’s…
In a badminton spectacle that has showcased exceptional talent and spirited competition, the All Africa School Championships in Harare, Zimbabwe, is now gearing up for…
In a climactic display of badminton excellence, the Finals of the Team Event at the All Africa School Championships in Harare, Zimbabwe, were nothing short…
In a crescendo of athletic prowess and unyielding spirit, Day 2 of the All Africa School Championships unfolded in Harare, Zimbabwe, treating badminton enthusiasts to…
In a remarkable display of skill, determination, and sheer excellence, Mariam Eniola Bolaji, Nigeria’s badminton sensation, emerged triumphant in the 5th Fazza Dubai Para Badminton…
In a grand finale to the All Africa U-15 Championships, the Badminton Association of Zimbabwe orchestrated a spectacular Gala Dinner on the evening of…
The All Africa School Championships 2023 kicked off in Harare, Zimbabwe, following the success of the U-15 Championships, and Day 1 witnessed electrifying matches that…
Day 2 of the All Africa U-15 Championships in Harare, Zimbabwe brought forth the highly anticipated semi-finals, treating badminton enthusiasts to a spectacular display…
In a strategic collaboration aimed at fortifying the foundations of badminton across Africa, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) and the Badminton Confederation of Africa (BCA)…
Harare, Zimbabwe – December 12, 2023 The U-15 badminton arena in Harare witnessed a spectacular display of skill and sportsmanship as the individual events…
In a thrilling showdown at the All-Africa U-15 Mixed Team Championships, South Africa emerged as the undisputed champions, securing a resounding 3-0 victory over…
Harare, Zimbabwe – The All Africa U-15 Championships witnessed a spectacular display of talent and determination in the semi-final clashes, setting the stage for…
Harare, Zimbabwe – The All Africa U-15 Badminton Championships kicked off with an exciting Day 1, witnessing intense clashes between rising talents from across the…
The much-anticipated All Africa U-15 Championships kicked off yesteday in Harare, Zimbabwe, promising an exhilarating showcase of badminton talent from across the continent. This…
Harare, Zimbabwe – The Badminton Confederation of Africa (BCA) Training Camp ushered in a transformative experience for young badminton talents as they geared up…
All Africa U-15 Championships 2021, in Ouidah, Benin – Egypt Clinched Gold In the energetic city of Harare, Zimbabwe, a wave of excitement is…
We are delighted to announce the release of both the All Africa Under 15 Championships and the All-Africa Schools Championships prospectuses. This highly anticipated festival…
In a remarkable convergence of determination, talent, and expertise, the IPC-Para Badminton Technical Workshop held in Cairo, Egypt from 18 – 20 October 2023,…
CALLING FOR BIDS- Application to host BCA Championships. We are pleased to invite Member Associations to apply for the organisation of the following African Championships:…
Niece Chisenga: Pioneering Change in Zambian Badminton – A Journey through BWF Events Management Course Level 2 In the heart of Zambia, a rising…
Shuttle Time Tutor, Badminton Federation of Togo Childhood Days I spent my childhood in Sokodé, central Togo. It’s the stronghold of Togolese soccer and…
Date: September 28, 2023 In a historic moment for African badminton, the Badminton Confederation of Africa (BCA) has officially inked a Memorandum of Understanding…
[Kuala Lumpur 26-09-2023] – In a landmark move set to elevate the world of badminton, the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) and the NVBA Badminton Academy…
BWF Permits Participation of Neutral Athletes from Russia and Belarus The Badminton World Federation (BWF) can confirm that athletes from Russia and Belarus will be…
Coordinator, Badminton South Africa I was born in 1959 and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. I was raised in a modest but loving…
Shuttle Time Tutor: Badminton Federation of Niger Ï spent my childhood in Niamey (Niger Republic) with my parents, brothers and sisters. It was a…
BCA’s Road to Paris Programme Paves the Way for Mammeri Siblings’ Olympic Dreams MAURITIUS INTERNATIONAL SERIES 2023 The Badminton Confederation Africa’s (BCA) Road…
World Badminton Day Celebration – President Bau Speech The World Badminton Day is an annual celebration that allows us to showcase our unwavering passion…
LUGOGO STADIUM, KAMPALA: Over the past 14 days, Uganda, known as the Pearl of Africa, has hosted exhilarating Para badminton matches at Lugogo Stadium. The…
LUGOGO STADIUM, KAMPALA: Favored Deada Jean Yves Yao led the pack of notable Para badminton stars who crashed out at the semifinals stage of the…
Golden Eniola Bolaji leads the Nigerian team to qualify for the semi-finals of all the events they participated in LUGOGO STADIUM, KAMPALA: Soft-spoken Eniola…
MEET SENEGAL’S MAMADOU AIDARAN USING DANCE AND SPORT TO TRANSFORM HIS LIFE DAY 3: Africa Para Badminton Championship 2023 Lugogo Stadium, Kampala, Uganda …
African Players Pursue Paris 2024 Paralympics Qualification on Home Soil Lugogo Stadium, Kampala, Uganda: As the Paris 2024 Paralympics qualification period enters its eleventh…
POSTPONEMENT OF THE ALL AFRICA UNDER 15 CHAMPIONSHIPS IN SENEGAL I hope this message finds you all well. After close consultations with the Senegal…
Uganda to Host Africa’s Premier Para Badminton Championship Uganda, famously known as the pearl of Africa, is once again set to showcase its prowess…
BCA Para badminton development activities. Lugogo, MTN Arena, Kampala, Uganda: In a significant stride toward promoting inclusive sports and nurturing talent, the Badminton Confederation Africa…
In a thrilling finale that mirrored the Men’s Team Relay event, the Individual Men’s and Women’s Triples event, the sole qualifying event for the World…
Big day for Benin and Nigeria as they secure spots in the finals of the mixed doubles, while South Africa settles for Bronze. After…
Hammamet, Tunisia in an exhilarating showdown at the inaugural AirBadminton Championships, Nigeria emerged victorious as they showcased nerves of steel in a tightly contested Mixed…
Day 1: Africa AirBadminton Qualifier for the World Beach Games 2023 in Bali, Indonesia Tunisia, Hammamet – The Africa AirBadminton Championships commenced with a…
Tunisia Hosts Inaugural African Air Badminton Championships as Olympic Day Celebrations Commence. Hammamet, Tunisia – As the world Olympic Day celebrations continue all around…
Badminton Association of Burkina Faso Growing Up Years I grew up in a village called Ilou, in the commune of Guibaré, as a shy…
The Badminton Confederation of Africa (BCA) recently concluded its elective Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on May 25, 2023. The AGM…
Shuttle Time Trainer, Badminton Federation of Ivory Coast Growing Up With Volleyball I grew up in a town called Bouaké in the interior of…
According to Clause 9.5 of the BCA constitution, we are pleased to share the agenda for the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held…
Shuttle Time National Coordinator, Mozambique Badminton Federation A Sporting Childhood I come from a sporting family; my father was a accomplished in both futsal…
Level 1 Courses in Burundi: Olympic Solidarity Program. In line with the BCA strategic plan to improve the capacity of our coaches by forming partnerships…
The BCA is pleased to announce that Deidre Laurens Jordaan from South Africa has been elected as the new Chair of the BCA Athletes’ Commission.…
National Shuttle Time Coordinator, FEBaD Childhood Days I was born in a small coastal village in the town of Mbini, in a large family…
Eritrean National Badminton Federation Growing Up Years I grew up in Asmara, the capital city of Eritrea. Ever since I was 12, I was…
EGYPT CROWNED THE 2023 AFRICAN CHAMPIONS After a similar achievement in 2021, Egypt did not falter in its quest to retain the title it…
As Algeria, Mauritius, Uganda, & South Africa look to rain on their Parade. The 2023 All African senior championships are promising to be a…
BCA Umpire ASSESSMENT WORKSHOP 2023, BENONI ‘Everything is possible if you believe’, Rugara Carlos Chibaya is an inspiring young umpire who is set…
THREE CANDIDATES FOR THE ATHLETES’ COMMISSION ELECTIONS ON THE 16TH OF FEBRUARY 2023 IN SOUTH AFRICA. Further to the notice of the Athletes Commission…
Further to the notice of the Athletes Commission elections issued on 21st of December 2023 Linked here, we received three male candidates at the close of the nomination…
Central African Badminton Federation I spent my childhood in a working class neighbourhood and my family was attached to the community. This allowed me to…
Badminton Federation of Nigeria My parents encouraged me to pursue education and sports. I excelled in both. I am a graduate of University of…
As per Clause 9.31.1 of the BCA Constitution, Linked here, find attached the voting strength of Member Associations for 2023. Please also find attached our previous…
Happy New Year from all of us at BCA. We wish you a very successful and prosperous 2023. Kindly find below reminders on the following:…
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: ATHLETES COMMISSION ELECTIONS. Dear Members, In accordance with Clause 13.2.6 of our Constitution and Section 4 of the BCA Athletes Election Guidelines…
THE ALL AFRICA UNDER 19 JUNIOR MIXED TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS Mauritius celebrated the fruits of investing in their junior development programme when they convincingly beat Algeria…
South Africa had the worst of starts in their quest to defend the Under 19 Junior Championships title they won in Benin. Pooled in the…
BCA Under 19 Training Camp “When I was 19 years old my father threw away my football boots into the river after I broke my…
Since the past few years, the BCA has been constantly growing its human resource capacity, with the help of the BWF, to better serve and assist…
1. Application to host BCA Championships This is just a reminder that the deadline to bid for the organisation of the following tournaments is on Friday…
1. Application to host BCA Championships We are pleased to invite Member Associations to apply for the organisation of the following African Championships: All Africa…
ELGAMAL HATEM PULLS A RABBIT TWICE TO UPSET THE FANCIED AZERBAIJAN’S MUHAMMAD KHADAFI AMRI AND ROMAN FRANK FROM FRANCE. In the first epic encounter,…
PARIS 2024…Here we come! THREE-TIME BADMINTON OLYMPIC EVENTS QUALIFIER DOHA HANY FROM EGYPT LEADS THE CHARGE FOR THE AFRICANS. In readiness for the…
Botswana Badminton Association I am the last of nine children. I grew up in a poor family. I have always been determined to change…
Find attached the minutes of the BCA AGM 2022, held on 25 June 2022 in South Africa. If you have any questions or comments, please…
THE EXTRAORDINARY JOURNEY OF DEADA’S RUGS TO THE WORLD PARA BADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIPS 22. Abandoned by his mother at birth in 1994 due to his disability,…
ELIZABETH MWESIGWA INSPIRES CHILDREN THROUGH PARA BADMINTON. The second African Para Badminton Championships 2022 kicked off earnestly at the famous Lugogo Stadium in Kampala, Uganda.…
TURNING ATHLETES INTO SUPERSTARS AND CREATING LONG-LASTING BONDS AMONG ATHLETES. “I am a star.” Shouts the overjoyed Bakayoko Abiba, the SH6 Ivorian player.” “The…
SPLENDID PERFORMANCE BY THE IVORIANS IN THE MIXED DOUBLES SL3-SU5 CLASS. The pairing of Deada Jean Yves Yao and Masere Junior Beda produced one…
7 YEARS ON, AND DR. KINGSLEY METU FROM NIGERIA IS STILL PASSIONATE ABOUT DEVELOPING PARA BADMINTON IN AFRICA. The BWF Para badminton classification panel…
Find below the latest information on the All Africa U19 Championships 2022 (11 – 17 Dec) and the All Africa School Championships 2022 (18 to 22 Dec 2022) which…
MARY NADINE, THE NEW AMBASSADOR HERALDING PARA BADMINTON IN THE MAROUA AREA OF CAMEROON. Despite traveling over 1000 km to attend the recently concluded BWF…
Find attached the job advertisement for the position of Secretary General at the BCA. Deadline for application is on Friday 23rd September 2022. Please contact the…
We regret to inform you that the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) will not be in a position to host the Lagos International tournament (31 August –…
See below latest information on the BCA: 1. All Africa Junior (U19) Championships 2022 Following the cancellation/postponement of the African Youth Games 2022 by the…
The badminton competition at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022 kicked off on the 29th of July at the NEC hall, with the Mauritian African Champion…
Badminton Federation of Djibouti I was born in Djibouti as the eldest of four children. My parents invested a lot to make us happy.…
The winner of the inaugural African Shuttle Time Award (ASTA) at the concluded BCA AGM was the Badminton Federation of Togo (FETOBAD). Initiated by the BCA, ASTA…
The BCA held its first physical Annual General Meeting in accordance with its constitution on the 25th of July 2022 in South Africa after two…
Badminton Federation of Burundi I was born in 1966 in Matana in a countryside region in the south of Burundi. I’m the eldest in a…
UGANDA’S NDEJJE UNIVERSITY CROWNED THE 2022 BADMINTON AFRICAN UNIVERSITY CHAMPIONS. The just concluded 10th All Africa University Games at the Kenyatta University saw Ndejje…
Find below some latest information for your attention: 1. BCA AGM – South Africa We have already started the Committees meetings in preparation for the…
Shuttle Time National Coordinator, Badminton Senegal I was born and raised in the 300-year-old city of Saint Louis, in the north of Senegal. I…
Find below the latest information on the BCA: 1. BCA AGM 2022 – South Africa Thank you to all MAs who have sent in their…
Find below the latest information on the BCA: 1. BCA AGM 2022 In accordance with Clause 9.5 of the BCA Constitution, find attached the Agenda of…
The BWF and the BCA are committed to developing the capacity of their national federations. In this regard, the BCA, under the auspices of its…
Following the BWF approval to admit Comoros (Fédération Comorienne de Badminton) as a member of the BWF and based on Clause 6.2 of the BCA Constitution, we…
In line with the organisation of the BCA AGM 2022 in Johannesburg, South Africa on 25 June 2022, find attached a comprehensive document which illustrates all supports…
Lesotho Badminton Association I grew up in a small family in Maseru, the capital of Lesotho. From a young age I was an active child…
Following a decision of the BCA Council, we have the pleasure to inform you that the BCA Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2022 will be held physically on Saturday…
We are pleased to announce that the BCA, with the support of the BWF, is opening applications for a new position– the Events & IT Officer (Part…
UGANDA JUNIOR INTERNATIONAL 2022 – DAY 3: TALENTED UGANDAN 16-YEAR-OLD AKBAR ODUKA LOSES TO THE MAURITIAN KHEMTISH RAI NUNDAH IN THE MEN’S SINGLES U-19…
DAY 2: UGANDA JUNIORS INTERNATIONAL 2022 SEMIFINALS Paul Makande and Fadilah Shamika eliminated Khemtish Rai Nundah, and Layna Luxmi Chiniah in a three-game pulsating Mixed…
UBA CEO SIMON MUGABI DELIVERS THREE CONSECUTIVE TOURNAMENTS FOR AFRICA. Synonymous to badminton events and the phrase “I eat badminton, I sleep badminton,” Uganda’s Badminton…
DAY 4: AS FRENCH MAN ARNAUD MERKLE AND TALIA NG FROM CANADA TAKE GOLD IN THE MEN’S AND WOMEN’S SINGLES. The Uganda International Challenge…
DAY 3: KOCEILA AND TANINA VIOLETTE MAMMERI STUNNED OLEKSANDAR SHMUNDYAK AND ANASTASIYA PROZOROVA TO SET AN ALL AFRICAN SEMI-FINAL. The reigning All Africa Mixed Doubles…
DAY 2: ROBERT WHITE AND DEIDRE LAURENS BEAT THE JAMAICAN PAIR OF SAMUEL O’BRIEN AND TAHLIA RICHARDSON. The Silver medallist of the under 19…
Badminton Federation of Congo I was the last child in a family of seven children. I spent my childhood in barracks in various places in…
DAY 1 OF THE MEN’S AND WOMEN’S QUALIFICATION MATCHES Dubbed as the Pearl of Badminton in Africa, Uganda upgraded its annual Uganda International to…
ADHAM GIVES A RAY OF HOPE TO THE MOST IN NEED PLAYERS IN AFRICA. Lack of infrastructure and access to quality badminton equipment remains the…
BCA COACHING EDUCATION PROGRAMME 2022 As per its strategy to develop the level of badminton in Africa, the BCA has at its core a…
DAY: 3 AASC INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS FINALS The Under 19 All-African Gold Medallist, Nour Ahmed Youssri, announced her arrival on Africa’s premier stage in style making…
DAY 2 AASC ROUND OF 16 MATCHES Fadilah Shamika today proved why she is one of the most valuable and fast-rising star players in Africa.…
DAY 1 ROUND OF 64 MATCHES. With a record 221 entries received from 134 players, the All Africa Individual Championships 2022 started in earnest today…
DAY 4 AASC FINALS Algeria confirmed its dominance of the Men’s Team Event after they successfully defended the title they won in 2020 against Egypt…
DAY 3 AASC, MEN’S TEAM EVENT 1ST QUARTERFINALS MATCHES Kalombo Mulenga led the charge for Zambia in their quarter-final encounter against South Africa, beating Ruan…
DAY 3 AASC, WOMEN TEAM EVENT SEMIFINAL QUALIFICATION MATCHES The defending champions in the Women’s Team Event, Egypt went through baptismal of fire in their…
AASC DAY 2 GROUP MATCHES. The morning session of the second day of the All Africa Senior Championships started with an all-South African region affair…
ALGERIA, EGYPT, AND UGANDA EASILY SAIL THROUGH THEIR MATCHES IN THE MORNING SESSION. The All Africa Senior championships 2022 started today with a bang with…
AASC TEAM DRAW IS OUT WITH EGYPT, ALGERIA, UGANDA, AND ZIMBABWE DRAWN IN THE GROUP OF DEATH IN THE WOMEN EVENT. It will be battle…
13 countries fight it out to represent Africa at the Thomas & Uber Cup finals in May. Egypt will be leading a record 13 countries…
I was born in the village of Sifarasso, 506 km from the capital city. I am the seventh and last child. I had a…
Uganda Hosts the AASC for the second year running. Best known as the pearl of Africa, its succulent bananas and pineapples, and friendly people,…
As per Clause 9.31.1 of the BCA Constitution, find attached the voting strength of Member Associations for 2022. 22 MAs Votes
1) Africa Women in Badminton Award 2021 Find attached the guidelines and nomination form for the AWIB Award 2021. Deadline to submit your form is on Friday 4th February…
I was sports child since my early childhood. I thrived in football in my early years, then fell in love with badminton. My career as…
During my father’s childhood, his parents forbade him to play sports as they thought it interfered with his education. He became a rebel who had…
Since its creation in 2019, the (elected) BCA Athletes Commission has been actively supporting, encouraging, assisting and communicating with the players community in Africa. In…
We are pleased to announce that the 2022 edition of the All Africa Senior Championships will be held from 14 to 20 February 2022 in Kampala, Uganda. The…
A good outing for Africans at the Uganda Para badminton international while the “German machine”, Thomas Wandschneider, steals the show Shaimaa Samy Abdellatif of Egypt…
Douayra Prisca Marie carries Ivory Coast’s dream in the Women singles WH2 Shaimaa Samy Abdellatif from Egypt and India’s Ammu Mohan are the first athletes…
Egyptian Shaimaa Samy Abdellatif leads African wheelchair players to a Podium finish. Buoyed by the exemplary performance of Mariam Eniola Bolaji of Nigeria at the…
Hassan Mubiru of Uganda continues his fairy tale run as two Paralympians showcase their talent. Hassan Mubiru today qualified against all odds for the knock-out…
“African Prince” Mamvumvu Kidila of Congo Democratic, a thorn in the flesh of India as Elizabeth Mwesigwa, claims a slice of the pie. Prince Mamvumvu…
Debutants Mozambique register their first win while Hassan Mubiru and Julius Obura of Uganda sail through the SL4 category. Mozambique had a good start on…
After the successful hosting of the African Championships, the BCA development department embarked on various activities as per its strategic priorities, key being participation, coach…
Yemurai Ngoma from Zimbabwe uses Para badminton as an Advocacy Tool. Diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare condition that attacks the nerves at a tender…
Three Brothers Changing Lives in Mozambique through Para badminton. Located in South-eastern Africa, the Portuguese-speaking country is fast rising from the ashes. In the wake…
The Scottish Queen, Kaity Hall, helping out to develop Para badminton in Africa. Through the close partnership with the Agitos Foundation, the BWF and the…
I was born in a family of modest resources, in the city of Harer which is around 600km from the capital city of Addis Ababa.…
The Pharaohs continued their tight grip on the All Africa Senior Championships, qualifying for the finals in all but two events. Straight from their win…
Top seed Olympian and African Champion Georges Julien Paul had a disastrous day on the second day of the All Africa Individual Championships 2021. Playing…
Brian Kasirye continued with his impressive form at the All Africa Individual championships, which started today at the MTN Arena Lugogo Stadium in Uganda. The Algerian…
The BCA held a friendly AirBadminton challenge at the MTN arena Lugogo stadium in Uganda. Players competing in the All Africa Mixed Team Championships were…
The African under 19 champion Nour Youssri shines as Egypt takes Gold. Egypt survived the onslaught of a spirited Algerian team to win Gold in…
Uganda’s fairy tale run at the All African Senior Championships 2021, came to a sudden stop when the 2017 mixed team champions Egypt confirmed their…
Second seeds Algeria led Zambia in qualifying for the knock out stage in Group A of the All Africa Senior Championships. Group B saw South…
Day 1 of the All Africa Senior Championships started with a bang, with 9 countries participating in matches from Group A, B, and C. Opening…
GROUP PREVIEW: The All Africa Senior Championships Draw is out setting the stage for the most mouth-watering games east of the African continent for the…
Defending Men’s Team Champions seek to replicate their Performance in 2020, while the Hosts Uganda is looking to make their mark in the Continental Championships…
As part of its strategic plan, the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) has continued to invest and focus on the development and growth of Technical Officials…
The Tokyo 2020 three events qualifier and African Champion in Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles, Doha Hany, led the Egyptian women team in its first…
1) All Africa Senior Championships 2021 – Uganda Thank you for those who have entered for the All Africa Mixed Team Championships 2021. Please note…
The BCA will be organizing a webinar for your National Line Judges on Tuesday 12th and Thursday 14th October 2021 at 17hrs (Mauritius Time GMT + 4) on Zoom. Line Judges…
Despite the ravaging Coronavirus pandemic that has stopped most of the sporting and social events, the Badminton Federation of Benin, in close collaboration with the Badminton…
I was born on New Year’s Day of 1996 in the Niamey region. I spent all my childhood close to my parents. It was a peaceful life. My father…
Early Days I was born into a modest family and in a rural environment. My childhood was normal, without turbulence or inequalities. I tried as much as possible to adapt to life like all…
Find below the latest information on the BCA: 1) Cameroon International 2021 – Cancelled We regret to inform you that Cameroon International 2021 (11 – 14…
The BCA is committed to ensuring its developing Member Associations receive the necessary support to make sure that the trained coaches remain in the structure…
Childhood Days I grew up in a village in the eastern region of Ghana. Football and athletics were the most common sports in the community…
Please note that the deadline to enter your players for the Benin International 2021 (18-21 August) is tomorrow Tuesday 20 July 2021 at 11:59 pm (Malaysian Time GMT…
We would like to inform you that that the All Africa Senior Championships 2021 will now be held from 21 to 28 October 2021 in Kampala, Uganda. The…
The BCA is proud to announce the executive and council member’s election results for the 2021- 2023 period. A two-year transition period approved in the…
1) Benin International 2021 – Prospectus Find the official invitation of the Benin International 2021. If you have any questions, please get back to us.…
1) All Africa U15 and U19 Championships in Benin – 22 Aug to 1 Sep 2021 Find attached the official prospectus of the All Africa…
The African team for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics has now been unveiled. Announcing the race to Tokyo rankings, the BWF confirmed that the list will…
I grew up in Ngoaékélé district in Cameroon. We lived close to a university and so were surrounded by sportspeople. This allowed me to practice…
1) BCA Virtual AGM 2021 Thank you to all members who have attended the virtual AGM of the BCA held yesterday Saturday 19 June 2021. …
DJIBOUTI AND SOMALIA SHUTTLE TIME ACTIVITIES. As outlined in the Badminton Confederation Africa Strategic Plan, the implementation of the Shuttle Time programme is Key towards…
Nigeria’s Eniola Bolaji stunned the more fancied Ukrainian Oksana Kozyna 18-21,21-14,21-18 in the SL3 category to win the first-ever gold medal by an African Para…
Find below latest information on the BCA AGM 2021 (19 June 2021) : 1) Delegate Nomination Form Thanks to all the members who have already…
The 82 BWF virtual AGM held on 22nd May 2021, elected new BWF Council Members for the 20 vacant positions available at the BWF Council,…
The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) in collaboration with the Burundi Badminton Federation under the leadership of President Francois Ndondo held their first-ever Shuttle Time Tutor,…
Find below the latest information on the BCA: 1) BWF Council Elections 2021 – 22 May We are glad to announce that Mrs. Odette Assembe…
The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA), in close collaboration with the Egypt Badminton Federation (EBF), recently conducted a Badminton World Federation (BWF) Level 1 Coaching Course,…
Find below the latest information on the BCA Virtual AGM schedule on 19 June 2021: 1) BCA Annual Report 2020 and Audited Financial Statements Find attached…
Find below the latest information on the BCA Virtual AGM schedule on 19 June 2021: 1) Order Paper/Agenda of Meeting As per Clause 9.5, 9.7 to…
The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) awarded the 2020 AWIBA award to the 32-year-old Egyptian, Queen of African Badminton, Miss. Hadia Hosny. Launched in October 2018,…
First Brush With Badminton I was born in Harare in a middleclass family. My father was into boxing and soccer and he wanted me to…
In line with BCA strategic plan and development programme, three activities were organized in Burkina Faso. They included: Shuttle Time Tutors Course from 3rd to…
1) BCA Virtual AGM 2021 In preparation of the virtual AGM on 19 June 2021 at 14hrs (Mauritius Time GMT + 4), we have come up…
The Africa Badminton community is in mourning after the sudden demise of one of its prolific players from Nigeria, the late Mr. Bello Oyebanji through…
The year 2020 has been challenging as the COVID-19 pandemic affected different aspects of life. However, it did not stop Ivory Coast Badminton Federation (FIBAD) from restarting…
The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) will be hosting their virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the 19th of June 2021, as per their Constitution and…
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way sporting activities are hosted and delivered. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) in consultation with its member associations developed…
I was brought up in a small mining town called Chililabombwe in Zambia and completed my schooling at the only secondary school there. I came…
We have the pleasure to inform you that the All Africa Senior Championships 2021 will now be held in Kampala, Uganda from 23 to 30 September 2021. Following approval of the…
Thank you for your massive participation in the Sportrecs workshop organized by the BCA on 17 and 18 March 2021. As promised find below some more information…
In April 2020, BCA launched the ‘Shuttle Time Teachers Grant’ (STTG) to support the national development of Shuttle Time in Africa. Due to the COVID-19…
The Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) is glad to announce its partnership with Sportrecs, a leading global live streaming platform specialized in hosting sports events. With…
I grew up in a family of modest resources, three girls and two boys. My father’s goal for me was that I would pursue education…
Following the BWF EGM held on 30 January 2021 and the prevailing COVID-19 situation in Africa, the BCA Council decided, in the interest of all delegates and stakeholders,…
I come from a family of 15 children and did my education mainly in boarding schools where I was able to develop interest in scouting,…
Growing Up I was born in a family of six in Nairobi in 1976. Eastlands is predominantly a low-income area with a high population well…
1. All Africa Senior Championships 2022 – Application to host Member Associations can now apply to host the 2022 edition of the All Africa Senior…
1. Africa Women in Badminton Award (AWIBA) 2020 The BCA is opening applications for member associations to nominate their candidate(s) for the 2020…
As per Clause 9.31.1 of the BCA Constitution, find attached the voting strength of Member Associations for 2021. 21 MAs Vote
As a continuation of the BCA Development plan in this difficult period, BCA will organise an online Shuttle Time Coordinators Meeting on 21, 22, 28 and 29 November…
I was born in Bassar, north of Togo, in a modest family of traders. I spent my first 12 years in the village of Baghan.…
After launching the online course for National Umpires (Road to BCA Accreditation), we are pleased to announce that we will now launch an online course…
I had a tough childhood. One had to be determined to progress. Those circumstances helped me adapt to all situations. I first saw badminton in…
I was born and raised in the town of Attécoubé. It is one of the popular towns of the city of Abidjan. Today, I am…
I grew up in a rural area in South Africa. As a child, I spent three years in Germany when my dad obtained a PhD and I…
From September 2020, Badminton South Africa has been working with its local partner Eyethu Badminton Development to run a series of activities for two months…
As part of the BCA strategy to increase the workforce of our African Technical Officials, we are pleased to announce that the BCA will be…
Text By BWF The Togo Badminton Federation (FETOBAD) recently implemented the BWF Shuttle Time activities while promoting AirBadminton in Bassar, in the northern region of the country. The aim…
With the world coming to a halt, all activities related to sports have been suspended for the most of 2020, with even the Tokyo Olympic…
“The future is very bright for Women in badminton in Africa “ says Obiageli Solaja, a 3 time gold medalist winner in the 1996 All Africa…
A pulsating tournament with lots of surprises, the All Africa Senior Championships , held from the 9th to 16th of February 2020, in Cairo , Egypt,…
Carthage Tunisia saw BWF Shuttle Time Trainer and BCA Regional Development Officer, Nonvidé Bernadin Bokpè help the Tunisian Badminton Federation to implement and develop the…
From 5th to 12th March 2020, Tutor and BCA Regional Development Officer Bernadin Bokpè and BCA Regional Development Officer Ahmed Reda carried out the BWF…
The role of women coaches in Badminton is pivotal for the development of the sport in the African Continent. The BWF Level 1 coaching course…
8 participants from Mauritania, Senegal and Tunisia were introduced to the BWF Level 1 coaching course which took place in Carthage, Tunisia from the 25th…
In the quest for gold, the All Africa Senior Badminton Championships has become the staple for African Badminton Players to illustrate and secure their power…
The BCA School Camp and All Africa School Championships regrouped 41 players from 6 different African countries (DR Congo , Lesotho, South Africa, Tunisia, Zambia and…
Mauritius’s own Kate Foo Kune gets back to winning ways with the women singles at the South Africa International 2019 tournament , held in Pretoria…
11 African countries, namely Benin, Botswana, Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Lesotho, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia & Zimbabwe participated in the Player Pathway Programme, a…
The BWF Coaching Course Level 2 , held in Brazaville, Congo , from the 25th of November to 2nd of December 2019, aims to train…
The BWF Shuttle Time program highlights the BWF school badminton program, which saw 11 tutors and 16 teachers from different Nigerian states participate in the…
The Botswana International 2019, a Future Series tournament, was held in Lobatse , Botswana, from 21st to 24th of November 2019 saw Cameron Coetzer and Johanita Scholtz from…
The Zambian International Open 2019 held in Lusaka , from the 28th of November to 1st of December saw Egypt conquer 12 medals across Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles…
A national umpires workshop consisting of 35 candidates participated in a badminton workshop in Egypt , from 14th to 15th October 2019 – conducted by Mr.…
8 participants from 4 different countries, namely Lesotho, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe attended the BWF level 1 Coaching Course, organized by the Badminton Conferedation Africa…
20 participants from 12 different countries participated in the BWF Administration Course, hosted by the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA), in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia . The…
The South African Chinese Badminton Association in partnership with the World Chinese Badminton Federation invites badminton enthusiasts of all ages to the WCBF South African…
BCA will be hosting its Annual General Meeting on 22 May at the Wanda Vista Hotel from 0900 hrs in Nanning, China. The meeting will…
MOHAMED MOSTAFA KAMEL Country: EGYPT Date of Birth: 8/1/2000 TOTAL CAREER WIN-LOSS: 75/56 (131) BWF RANKING: MEN SINGLES: RANK 872 We would like to pay…
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) and HSBC recently launched the new Badminton outdoor game. According to the BWF President Mr Poul Erik Hoyer the new…
BCA conducted 2 Shuttle Time events in Mauritius from the 9th to 12th of May 2019: A Shuttle Time Trainers course (English) and a Shuttle…
With a record breaking 65 countries competing at the 2018 blibli.com BWF World Junior championships the Australian and New Zealand players have finished their tournament…
With a record breaking 65 countries competing at the 2018 blibli.com BWF World Junior championships the Australian and New Zealand players have finished their tournament…
With a record breaking 65 countries competing at the 2018 blibli.com BWF World Junior championships the Australian and New Zealand players have finished their tournament…
With a record breaking 65 countries competing at the 2018 blibli.com BWF World Junior championships the Australian and New Zealand players have finished their tournament…
With a record breaking 65 countries competing at the 2018 blibli.com BWF World Junior championships the Australian and New Zealand players have finished their tournament…
With a record breaking 65 countries competing at the 2018 blibli.com BWF World Junior championships the Australian and New Zealand players have finished their tournament…
With a record breaking 65 countries competing at the 2018 blibli.com BWF World Junior championships the Australian and New Zealand players have finished their tournament…
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