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 speedball, which kept me physically engaged and helped me develop a strong foundation in agility, coordination, and teamwork. These experiences not only instilled a love for sports but also taught…
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 with looking after my brothers. I guess I was deputy parent of some sort. One way to cope with this task was to take them along to the youth centre,…
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. I was the eldest of 10 children. I’ve been passionate about sport since childhood, practicing karate, judo, football and athletics (100m, 200m, 400m and javelin throw). In 2017, I obtained…
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 badminton. This initiative, held at the General Idrissa FALL Military Camp in Dakar on 22 and 23 February 2025, was a collaboration between the Senegal Badminton Federation (FESBAD), the military…
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 the Senegalese Badminton Federation towards the development of the sport. The President of the Senegalese Badminton Federation, Jean Joseph Diandy (Tony), expressed his immense joy and pride upon receiving…
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, and Giresh Rampersand wrote story by winning the gold medal. Their journey to the top was filled with exciting matches and emotional moments, making their achievement even more remarkable. The…
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 a badminton medal at the Paralympic Games. The 18-year-old Nigerian star clinched the bronze medal in the women’s singles SL3 category at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, defeating Ukraine’s Oksana…
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 acknowledgment of two remarkable individuals and organizations for their significant contributions to the sport of badminton in Africa. The prestigious AWIBA (African Women in Badminton) Award and the ASTA (African…
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 the Badminton World Federation – BWF AGM, bringing together key figures from the badminton community for a series of discussions and recognitions. The BCA AGM commenced with the approval of…
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 Group C alongside badminton powerhouses Japan, Indonesia, and Hong Kong, the team faces tough competition in their quest to showcase their talent on the global stage. In their opening match…
