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African Karate Championship developments

Overview

The African Karate Championship circuit saw regional competition in Guinea and continental technical developments in Algeria.

In Conakry, Guinea, the 6th African Karate Championship for West Region 1 concluded with host nation athletes securing multiple gold medals in kata and kumite disciplines across various age categories. While Guinea saw significant success, Senegal was recognized as a champion, with athletes from Mali and The Gambia also achieving podium finishes.

Following these regional events, the UFAK 2026 African Karate Championship in Algiers focused on technical qualifications. The Gabonese delegation successfully qualified three referees for continental examinations and saw two out of three technical instructors admitted during coaching seminars. These certifications are intended to help Gabon regain influence within continental karate administration.

Entities

Guinean Karate Federation · Union of African Karate Federations · Souleymane Gaye · Cheick Condé · Gabon

Timeline

2 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Gabon karate officials secure full qualification at UFAK 2026
Gabon's karate delegation secured full qualification for all three entered referees and two coaches during technical examinations at the UFAK 2026 African Karate Championship in Algiers.
20 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Guinea hosts 6th African Karate Championship for West Region 1
The 6th African Karate Championship for West Region 1 was held in Conakry, Guinea, where host nation Guinea and Senegal secured major victories across multiple kata and kumite categories.

Sources

ahouevinfo.tg · avenirguinee.org · eclatinfogn.com · gabonactu.com · lignerouge.net · thecongomail.com