Shuttle Time Tutor, Mauritius Badminton Association Childhood Days I was born in Cairo into a family deeply rooted in the education sector. Despite their professional commitments, my family has always been passionate about sports and spent effort and resources to foster a supportive environment for me and my siblings in sports. First Experience…
Shuttle Time Tutor, Guinean Badminton Federation Childhood and Social Background I was born in Guinea, in a sub-prefecture called Fataco, in the Labé region of Middle Guinea. I come from a conservative Muslim polygamous family. I completed my Quranic, primary, and secondary education, during which I practiced physical education and played a bit of…
In line with its development strategy, BCA will be organizing a BWF Coach Education Level 2 Course in Gaborone, Botswana, from 17 to 24 February 2026. For this purpose, BCA is launching a scholarship programme for eight (8) candidates to attend the course. Selected candidates may be granted either: 100% scholarship, covering airfare and accommodation…
Shuttle Time Tutor, Libyan Badminton Federation Childhood Days I was born and raised in Benghazi in a middle class family. I completed my primary and secondary education there and developed an interest in sports from a young age. First Experience of Badminton I first saw badminton during a training course held in the capital,…
The sound of shuttles flying across the hall echoes through the Polica Sports Federation in Cairo, Egypt. Laughter, quick footsteps, and the energy of young players fill the air. For five days, from 23 to 27 October 2025, this vibrant venue has become home to some of Africa’s most promising badminton talents, all gathered for…
As part of our ongoing commitment to the development of badminton coaches, the Badminton Confederation of Africa (BCA) is delighted to announce the organisation of a BWF Level 1 Coach Training coupled with the BWF Level 1 Para badminton Coach Training. This initiative aligns with the BCA’s strategic plan to build the capacity of coaches…
Shuttle Time Teacher, Teachers Association in Toamasina Madagascar Growing Up Years As a child, I lived in a world of sports. I played many sports such as football, basketball, handball and volleyball in my childhood, but I didn’t know about badminton at that time. Social life involved taking on a role in community duties.…
Shuttle Time Teacher, Badminton Federation of Namibia I grew up in a close-knit community where family and teamwork were always prioritised. From a poor rural area, I came to Oranjemund at the age of 15 to attend high school. I first saw badminton in 2018 when I moved to Oranjemund. One day I joined…
Shuttle Time Teacher, Badminton Ghana I have been in competitive sport since my childhood. As a track and field athlete, I set records in long jump and sprint events, including a standout leap of 6.20 meters in a 1994 long jump competition. During my time at Teacher’s Training College, I set a college long…
Shuttle Time Teacher, Fédération Comorienne de Badminton As a child I loved playing sports and organising neighbourhood tournaments; it was a joyful childhood playing sports on our island. I discovered badminton for the first time on a beach, when a family was playing. It was such a delightful game. We played together without any…
