After a week of excitement in the team competition, where host nation Ghana made history by winning the All Africa U-15 Team Event against Egypt, all eyes are now on the second part of the championships, the All Africa Individual Championships 2025.
The individual championships are taking place from 3 to 5 August at the impressive Borteyman Sports Complex in Accra. This modern facility, which hosted the team event, will now welcome Africa’s brightest junior talents for three days of intense matches, all fighting for the title of African Champion in their category.
The tournament features five events:
Boys’ Singles (BS)
Girls’ Singles (GS)
Boys’ Doubles (BD)
Girls’ Doubles (GD)
Mixed Doubles (XD)
The draw includes players from across the continent, from top seeds who are favourites to win, to new names who will be hoping to cause upsets and make their mark.
The atmosphere in Ghana is electric after their team event success. The players are now motivated to carry that winning momentum into the individual championships.
In the Boys’ Singles, O. Adu-Mintah is the top seed and one of the most promising players in the tournament. He will also compete in the Boys’ Doubles and Mixed Doubles, making him a strong contender for multiple medals.
In the Girls’ Singles, Ghana’s M. Adu holds the top seed position, while Hannah Adu is also among the seeded players and will play alongside M. Adu in the Girls’ Doubles.
Speaking before his first match, O. Adu-Mintah said:
“Winning the team event gave us belief and confidence. But this is different — in the individual event, it’s just you on court, and every point matters. I’ll take it step by step and give my best for Ghana.”
Egypt, who finished runners-up in the team event, are eager to claim gold in the individual championships. Their line-up includes O. Abdelaziz (second seed in Boys’ Singles) and Chiraz Halimi (second seed in Girls’ Singles), both of whom are known for their fast pace and tactical style.
Egypt also has strong doubles pairs, including mixed combinations that will be looking to dominate the net and control rallies.
Egyptian player Chiraz Halimi shared:
“We were disappointed to lose in the team final, but now we have another chance. The goal is to stay focused and fight for every match. The support from my teammates makes me stronger.”
Mauritius has a balanced team with medal potential in both singles and doubles. Leo Jean-Mathieu Douce (fourth seed in Boys’ Singles) and Chhavi Ramlagan (fourth seed in Girls’ Singles) are expected to reach the later stages of the tournament.
Ramlagan, who will also compete in doubles, said:
“The team event helped me prepare. Playing against different styles in the group stages gave me a lot of confidence for the individual matches.”
South Africa’s Aiden Dednam (third seed in Boys’ Singles) and Melay Pretorius (third seed in Girls’ Singles) are in good form and will look to challenge the top seeds. South Africa’s doubles pairings are also worth watching, as they performed well during the team event.
Algeria, who reached the semi-finals of the team event, will be led by players such as Khalil Djitli and Chaima Boufenniche. Their aggressive playing style and determination make them dangerous opponents for any seeded player.
Boufenniche commented:
“The team event taught us to handle pressure. Now, it’s about using that experience to focus on my own matches and play without fear.”
The All Africa Individual Championships is more than just about medals. It is a key event in the development pathway for African badminton players. For many, it is their first time competing in a major continental event, and the lessons they learn here will help shape their future careers.
The BCA CEO, Mr. Jeff Shigoli stated:
“These young players are the future of African badminton. This championship gives them the opportunity to test themselves against the best from other countries and gain valuable international experience.”
What’s Next?
3 August – Early Rounds in all five events
4 August – Quarterfinals & Semi-finals
5 August – Finals & Medal Ceremony
The next three days promise exciting badminton, with long rallies and moments of pure skill. Fans in Ghana and across Africa are encouraged to follow the tournament closely.
With the pride of representing their countries and the dream of becoming African Champion, these young players will leave everything on the court. The stage is set in Accra for a thrilling conclusion to the 2025 championships.
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