BCA is pleased to confirm a special travel partnership Between South African Airways (SAA) and Botswana Badminton Association (BBA). This preferential travel arrangement is extended to All the 2026 All Africa Senior Championships participating Member Associations.
Overview of the SAA Offer
Individual and Event Bookings
South African Airways is offering market-related fares with discounts averaging 5% to 12% off the lowest published fares, subject to class availability.
These special fares are valid for travel up to 14 days before and/or after the official championship dates, allowing participants flexibility and the opportunity to extend their stay, also promoting tourism.
Group Travel (10 or more passengers travelling together)
For teams and delegations travelling as a group, SAA offers additional benefits, including:
- Group fare discounts of up to 10%, subject to class availability
- Support from a dedicated group booking team
- Flexible payment options
- Excess baggage allowance for sports equipment
- Access to the Voyager loyalty programme
Additional Group Benefits
On the day of departure, SAA may provide enhanced support to facilitate smooth travel, including:
- Dedicated check-in counters
- Team name displayed at check-in
- Advance processing of luggage and boarding passes
- Onboard announcements acknowledging the team
Dedicated SAA Landing Page
To support this partnership, South African Airways has created a dedicated landing page for the Championships, where teams and participants can access the offer and related information:
👉 https://www.flysaa.com/events?eventId=AASC26&skinId=1111671
A promotional code will also be made available via this platform to access the discounted fares.
Why South African Airways?
SAA is an ideal choice for our members participating in the Championships, offering a strong balance of reliability, connectivity, and value. As one of Africa’s leading carriers and a member of the Star Alliance, SAA connects Johannesburg seamlessly to major African destinations including Accra, Abidjan, Dar es Salaam, Gaborone, Harare, Kinshasa, Lagos, Lubumbashi, Lusaka, Mauritius making travel to and from the host country more efficient. With experience in handling group travel, sports equipment allowances, and dedicated support for teams, SAA provides practical solutions tailored to sporting events. Combined with competitive discounted fares, flexible booking options, and a long-standing reputation for safety and service excellence, SAA offers our Member Associations a trusted and convenient travel partner for this premier continental event.
Next Steps
Member Associations planning to participate in the Championships are strongly encouraged to review the SAA offer early and factor this option into their travel planning. Given the expected volume of travel and the time-sensitive nature of bookings, early action is advised.
For any clarification or further information, please contact the BCA Secretariat.
