Celebrating Women in Badminton: A Successful Event by the Senegalese Badminton Federation

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…

Para Badminton Brilliance: Africa Shines Bright at Egypt Para Badminton International 2024

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…

Empowering Women Leadership in Sports: Dr. Moneoang Leshota Takes the Helm as UCSA Executive Board Woman Member

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…

Empowering the Shuttle: Badminton Takes Flight in Rwanda with BCA and AFB Collaboration

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…

Historic Partnership: BWF and Egyptian Badminton Federation Launch Enhanced Membership Grant Project

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,…

Burkina Faso Badminton Association’s Local Shuttle Day Sparks Creativity and Resilience in the Face of Equipment Challenges

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…