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Confideration of African Pickleball

INDEFINITE POSTPONEMENT OF THE EAST AFRICA REGIONAL PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

ACCRA, GHANA - 31 OCT 2025 - The Confederation of African Pickleball refers to the formal invitation for the East Africa Regional Pickleball Tournament, scheduled to take place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, from November 5–9, 2025. Following a comprehensive assessment of the prevailing and rapidly evolving external circumstances in the region, which include significant public safety and logistical concerns, the CAP Management has made the difficult but necessary decision to indefinitely postpone the tournament.

Tournament software training

Tournated recently conducted a regional training workshop to acquaint leaders and tournament officials from CAP’s West Africa region with the platform’s features and functionalities. The session provided hands-on familiarization with the software’s registration, scheduling, and results management tools, ensuring that all regional administrators are fully equipped to operate the system effectively. This training comes ahead of the upcoming West Africa Regional Pickleball Tournament, which will serve an official CAP event, and will be managed through the new Tournated platform.

GPF second annual Congress - MANILA 2025

MANILA, PHILIPPINES-The GPF’s Second Annual Congress and AGM on Nov. 30, 2025 will feature Welcome Remarks from Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino, a three-term President of the Philippine Olympic Committee and Executive Board Member of the Olympic Council of Asia. The Philippine Pickleball Federation is recognized by the Philippine Olympic Committee, and the GPF is honored to have Abraham Tolentino join us as a champion of sports and public service. To learn more about GPF’s Manila 2025 Congress, visit www.globalpickleballfederation.org ➡️ News.

Huge Congratulations to the Ear Sport Club on Hosting a Record-Breaking Tanzania Pickleball Open 2025!

CAP is thrilled to celebrate the incredible success of the Tanzania Pickleball Open 2025, proudly organized by the East Africa Racket Sports Club (EARSC) under the umbrella of the Tanzania Pickleball Federation. From May 27 to June 1, 2025, Dar es Salaam was buzzing with energy as 350 international players from 17 countries, including India, the USA, Dubai, Costa Rica, South Africa, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, and more, came together for the largest and most diverse pickleball tournament ever held in East Africa.

🌍 Why Pickleball is Gaining Momentum in Africa 🌍

Pickleball isn’t just a sport — it’s a movement. And across Africa, it’s finding fertile ground to grow. What makes this fast-paced yet accessible game resonate so well with communities here? Let’s break it down: ✅ Inclusive by Design. Pickleball welcomes all ages, genders, and fitness levels. In a continent rich with diversity and inter-generational connection, this inclusivity mirrors African values of community and unity.

Tournated Becomes Official Sports Management Partner of the Confederation of African Pickleball

Confederation of African Pickleball (CAP) and Vertexo, the Latvia-based sports technology company behind Tournated, are proud to announce a strategic partnership that will see Tournated become the official digital platform for CAP’s pickleball tournament and membership management across Africa. Under the new agreement, Tournated will be tailored specifically to meet CAP's unique operational needs. The customized solution will be fully integrated into CAP’s official website, enabling seamless online registration, license issuance, tournament scheduling, real-time match tracking, and results publication.

🌍 Understanding How Sports is Structured in Africa 🌍

Did you know that sports across Africa operates under a unified continental framework established by the African Union (AU) ? Back in 2012, AU Member States took a major step toward harmonizing sports development by dissolving the Supreme Council for Sport in Africa (SCSA) and integrating its functions into the African Union. This led to the creation of the Architecture for Sport in Africa , a comprehensive framework aimed at transforming the sports landscape across the continent.

Pickleball is a game for All Ages!

And very excellent game for people over 50, offering numerous benefits for both brain health and physical activity. Research shows that engaging in pickleball can enhance cognitive function, improve coordination, and boost overall mental well-being. Plus, it's a fun and social way to stay active and connected with others.

Pickleball to be introduce Liberia

I'm excited to soon introduce a new sport in Liberia and to be a part of this significant moment in history. Being the one to bring a new sport to my country is a unique experience. I want to extend my gratitude to the sponsor of my trip, who wishes to remain anonymous. In addition to funding my travel, he generously contributed over $1,000 for equipment, which I will be bringing with me from Ghana. There are still many wonderful people in Liberia who are eager to support the dreams of young individuals. Pickleball is set to compete with other sports in Liberia very soon!