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…
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 celebrate women in badminton. The focal point of this event was to accentuate the role of women by promoting gender equality within the sport. The highlight of the occasion…
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 after Uganda. With the participation of 25 countries and over 130 players, this global gathering witnessed outstanding performances and showcased the growing prowess of African athletes. The tournament holds special…
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 Woman Member of the UCSA – Union des Confédérations Sportive Africaines. Dr. Leshota, already a distinguished figure as a BCA Council Member and the Chairperson of the BCA Gender Equity…
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 Time Teachers Course and Training Camp from January 3rd to January 7th, 2024. This initiative, made possible through the membership grant from the Badminton World Federation (BWF), marked Rwanda’s official…
Date: January 10, 2023 In a historic signing ceremony on January 10, 2023, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) and the Egyptian Badminton Federation (EBF) formalized their collaboration on the enhanced membership grant project. Egypt, selected as the pilot country among 150 nations, aims to spearhead the development of badminton across various domains, including participation,…
Date: January 8, 2024 Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – The Burkina Faso Badminton Association made a significant stride in promoting grassroots badminton among the country’s youthful population through its innovative “Local Shuttle Day” (LSD) initiative, held on Sunday, January 7, 2024. The President of the Federation Dr Ouedraogo Boukaré , in a statement, highlighted the…
