From 23 to 27 March 2026, the ITF/CAT African Closed Junior Championships 18 & Under 2026 will bring together the best junior players on the continent to compete for continental honors.

Organized by the Confederation of African Tennis (CAT) in conjunction with the International Tennis Federation (ITF), and in collaboration with the Egyptian Tennis Federation (ETF), this prestigious championship is included in the 2026 ITF Junior Calendar as a J200 event.

Recognized as the highest continental stage for Africa’s 18 & Under players, the tournament offers valuable ITF Junior ranking points and provides a key platform for the development and international exposure of Africa’s emerging tennis talents.