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Africa’s Best Badminton Nations Convene in Gaborone for the 2026 All Africa Senior Championships

The All Africa Senior Badminton Championships 2026 is set to take centre stage in Gaborone, Botswana, from 09 to 15 February 2026, bringing together Africa’s finest badminton nations for a week of high-level competition and continental supremacy. Hosted at the Royal Aria Sports Arena, the championships will feature both Team and Individual Events and will…

BCA MEMO – South African Airways Travel Offer for All Africa Senior Championships, Gaborone, Botswana

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…

Humans of Shuttle Time: Kante Habibata

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…

BCA MEMO – Call for Applications – BWF Coach Education Level 2 Course (Gaborone, 17–24 February 2026)

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…

BCA MEMO – Publication of All Africa Senior Championships 2026 Prospectus

The prospectus, and the relevant forms, for the All Africa Senior Championships 2026, which will be held in Gaborone, Botswana from 9 to 15 February 2026 has been published. Key Important Dates All Africa Men’s & Women’s Team Championships 2026 Deadline (Team Nomination): Tuesday 20 January 2026 at 23h59 BWF HQ (Kuala Lumpur) time (GMT…

Humans of Shuttle Time: Sayfulnasr Keeshar Mohammed Alaqeebi

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,…

BCA MEMO – CALL FOR REGISTRATION – Close the Year Financially Strong – BCA Finance Training (Online, 22 December 2025)

                    In line with the BCA Strategic Plan 2022–2028, and in particular our strategic pillar on Member Association Capacity Building, we are pleased to invite you and your federation to the first session in our new 4-part series of BCA Finance Trainings: “Introduction to Financial Planning…

BCA Youth Camp 2025: Young Talents Rising in Cairo

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…