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The Cairo International Stadium witnessed an electrifying start to the All Africa Senior Individual Championships on Friday, February 16. With the individual events kicking off at 9 am, badminton enthusiasts were treated to a day filled with thrilling matches and surprising outcomes.

In an exhilarating final match on Thursday, February 16, between Algeria and Nigeria at the All Africa Men’s and Women’s Team Championships in Cairo, Egypt, Algeria secured a historic victory by defeating Nigeria 3-2. This remarkable win marks Algeria’s fourth consecutive triumph in the Thomas Cup, solidifying their legacy in African badminton history.

The All Africa Team Championships 2024 in Egypt reached its Day 3 with electrifying matches and unexpected turnarounds. The morning session showcased intense battles in the Men’s Team Championship, while the afternoon saw the semi-finals of the Women’s Team, setting the stage for an exciting culmination of the tournament.

Morning Session

Mauritius Finishes second in Group B 

Cairo, Egypt – The All-Africa Senior Team Championships, featuring the prestigious Thomas and Uber Cup, continued its exhilarating journey into Day 2 at the Cairo International Stadium. With morning, afternoon and evening sessions showcasing fierce battles, closely contested ties, and unexpected outcomes, the tournament unfolded with excitement and surprises.

Morning Session Highlights

Algeria Triumphs Over Mauritius (3-2) in Women’s Team Championships

Cairo, Egypt – The stage is set for an exhilarating display of badminton prowess as the draw for the All-Africa Senior Championships was conducted today at the Cairo International Stadium. This prestigious event, akin to the Thomas and Uber Cups format, promises intense competition as teams from across the continent vie for coveted spots to represent Africa in the forthcoming TotalEnergies Thomas and Uber Cup finals in China.

In a highly anticipated event for badminton enthusiasts across the continent, the All-Africa Senior Badminton Championships is set to unfold at the Cairo National Complex from 12th to 18th February. This edition brings a new twist to the competition compared to the last edition in 2023, adopting the Thomas and Uber Cup format for the Team Event, where boys and girls will compete separately.

Freetown, Sierra Leone – The echoes of shuttlecocks reverberated through the air in Freetown as two esteemed coaches from the Czech Republic, Veronika Brožkovcová and Lukáš Kroc, embarked on a transformative journey to contribute to the development of badminton in Sierra Leone. This commendable endeavor was made possible through the gracious invitation extended by Chief Michael Shamsu Mustapha, the President of the Sierra Leone Badminton Association and BCA Council Member..

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 significance as a stepping stone in the journey toward the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

SARAH NAZZIWA