The highly anticipated Individual Championships at the Africa AirBadminton Championships 2024 kicked off on Friday, 15th November, at the picturesque Mont Choisy Beach in Mauritius. Following an exhilarating team event, the focus has shifted to individual excellence, with players representing their nations in Mixed Doubles (XD), Men’s Doubles (MD), and Women’s Doubles (WD) events, along…
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…
Team Ghana made a resounding statement at the recently concluded All Africa U19 AirBadminton Championships in Thiès, Senegal, securing an impressive three gold medals and dominating the tournament. The championships, held alongside the All Africa U19 Championships, showcased the rising talent and enthusiasm for AirBadminton across the continent. Ghana’s gold medals came from their outstanding…
The recently concluded All Africa Individual Championships in Thiès, Senegal, saw an outstanding performance from Mauritius’ own Lucas Douce, who emerged as the undisputed star of the tournament by clinching four gold medals across multiple categories. Douce’s victories in the Men’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles, and the Team Event cemented his place as a…
The All Africa U19 Individual Championships kicked off with an electrifying start today in Thies, Senegal, as Egypt’s Elgendy Hadia, the second seed in the Women’s Singles, delivered a stunning performance by defeating 2023 U15 African Champion and triple gold medalist, Elsa How Hong, in an intense three-set match. The match, held on Court 4,…
In a thrilling final at the All Africa U19 Mixed Team Championships held today in Thies, Senegal, Mauritius emerged victorious against Egypt, securing a 3-1 win to claim the coveted title. The star performers of the day were undoubtedly the How Hong sisters, Chiara and Elsa, who delivered a sensational performance in the decisive match,…
In a thrilling display of todays’ session on court, Seif Omar from Egypt emerged as the standout player during the All Africa U19 Championships currently underway in Senegal. His performance against Oussama Keddou from Algeria captivated spectators and secured Egypt’s top position in Group A. Seif Omar’s match against Keddou was a testament to…
The All Africa Junior Under 19 Championships are currently underway in Thies, Senegal, bringing together some of the continent’s most talented young badminton players. The team event, scheduled from August 12 to 14, features two groups, each with four teams, competing for top honors. Group A includes Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, and Burundi, while Group B…
Since badminton’s induction into the Olympic Games in 1992, its global reach has been steadily expanding, drawing participation from diverse corners of the world. While traditional powerhouses have long dominated the sport, Africa’s journey in Olympic badminton is a riveting narrative of growth, challenges, and untapped potential. A Historical Perspective Africa’s tryst with Olympic badminton…
In a historic moment for Nigeria and Africa, two para badminton athletes, Mariam Eniola Bolaji and Chigozie Jeremiah Nnanna, are gearing up to compete at the forthcoming Paris Paralympic Games 2024. Their notable journeys and recent achievements speak volumes about their talent, and resolute commitment to excel on the global stage. Mariam Eniola Bolaji,…
