African stars chase ITTF World Cup spots in Libya

From Dotun Omisakin, Lagos Africa’s finest players will begin the battle for coveted tickets to the 2026 ITTF World Cup in Macao, China from February 7 to 9, at the iconic Al-Nasr Sports club, Benghazi, Libya. The ITTF Africa Cup will bring together elite athletes from across the continent to North Africa in pursuit of […]

From Dotun Omisakin, Lagos

Africa’s finest players will begin the battle for coveted tickets to the 2026 ITTF World Cup in Macao, China from February 7 to 9, at the iconic Al-Nasr Sports club, Benghazi, Libya.
The ITTF Africa Cup will bring together elite athletes from across the continent to North Africa in pursuit of podium finishes and passage to the global arena.
The stakes are high: semifinalists in both the men’s and women’s singles will automatically secure their places at next month’s World Cup in Macao.
The President of ITTF Africa, Wahid Enitan Oshodi commended the Libyan Table Tennis Federation (LTTF) for its commitment to staging the tournament.
He highlighted the cultural richness of the occasion, noting that Libya’s enthusiasm in welcoming athletes, officials, and fans from across the continent makes the event truly special.
“Gatherings such as this celebrate both our diversity and our unity, defining what it means to be part of the table tennis family,” he said.
This year’s tournament carries added significance as the sport approaches its centenary. Oshodi reflected on the milestone, pointing to the 2026 World Team Championships in London as the culmination of a century of progress.
“The ITTF Africa Cup provides an invaluable opportunity for our players and teams to sharpen their preparations, foster competitive excellence, and nurture the spirit of table tennis throughout the region,” he noted.