Semifinalists in both the men’s and women’s singles will automatically secure their places at next month’s World Cup in Macao. President of ITTF Africa, Wahid Oshodi, praised the Libyan Table Tennis Federation for its commitment to staging the tournament. “The ITTF Africa Cup has become a strong reflection of the continent’s rising influence within the international table tennis landscape. “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. “2026 marks 100 years since the founding of the ITTF and the first World Table Tennis Championships in 1926.

Source: Libya Today February 02, 2026 01:53 UTC