Added Value of Karate at African Games Showcased by Visit of High Sport Officials
WKF President Antonio Espinós Meets Highest Officials of African Games to Elevate Karate in Memorable Event
World Karate Federation and Fox Sports Australia Reach Inaugural Television and Streaming Distribution Deal
Executive Committee of UFAK Paves Way for Progress of Karate in Africa
WORLD KARATE FEDERATION COUNTRIES
President: Antonio Espinós
Website: www.wkf.net
Email: wkf@wkf.net
Federation members: 199
ASIAN KARATE FEDERATION
President: Major General Nasser Alrazooqi
Website: http://asiankaratefederation.net/
Email: akfpresidentoffice@gmail.com
Federation members: 44
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EUROPEAN KARATE FEDERATION
President: Antonio Espinós
Website: www.europeankaratefederation.net
Email: ekf@ekf.net
Federation members: 54
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PANAMERICAN KARATE FEDERATION
President: José García Maañón
Website: http://www.pkfkarate.com/
Email: karate@fibertel.com.ar, jose.garciamaanon@fibertel.com.ar
Federation members: 39
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AFRICAN KARATE FEDERATION
President: Mohamed Tahar Mesbahi
Website: www.africakarate.com/
Email: ufakpresident@gmail.com
Federation members: 50
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OCEANIAN KARATE FEDERATION
President: Michael Kassis
Website: http://www.okf.auskarate.com
Email: president@akf.com.au
Federation members: 12
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Added Value of Karate at African Games Showcased by Visit of High Sport Officials
In a demonstration of the tremendous added value of Karate to multi-sport international events, the first day of the Karate competition at the African Games in Accra witnessed a significant moment as the Executive Chairman of the Local Organising Committee for the 13th African Games Dr. Kwaku Ofosu-Asare, the Vice-Chairperson of the Technical Committee for the African Games (TCAG) Major General Ahmed Nasser attended the Karate competition.
READ MOREWKF President Antonio Espinós Meets Highest Officials of African Games to Elevate Karate in Memorable Event
The World Karate Federation (WKF) President Antonio Espinós, together with UFAK President Souleymane Gaye, and members of the UFAK EC, met with Dr. Kwaku Ofosu-Asare, Executive Chairman of the Local Organising Committee of the African Games in a pivotal meeting held in Accra, Ghana. The primary focus of the meeting was to review the participation of karate in the African Games and assess the growing popularity of the sport in the region.
READ MOREWorld Karate Federation and Fox Sports Australia Reach Inaugural Television and Streaming Distribution Deal
The World Karate Federation (WKF) proudly announces its inaugural agreement with Fox Sports Australia for the television and streaming distribution of key karate events throughout 2024. This deal marks the first time WKF has secured such a partnership in Oceania, signifying a momentous leap forward for the sport and a testament to the increasing popularity of Karate in Australia and Oceania.
READ MOREExecutive Committee of UFAK Paves Way for Progress of Karate in Africa
The Executive Committee of the Union of African Karate Federations (UFAK) convened this past week in Accra, Ghana, during the Karate competition of the African Games. Chaired by UFAK President Souleymane Gaye, the meeting brought together key stakeholders to review the current state of karate in Africa and establish a framework for the continuous progress of the sport on the continent. The gathering had WKF President Antonio Espinós in attendance.
READ MOREUFAK Congress Highlights Progress of Karate in Africa
The African Karate Federation (UFAK) Tuesday gathered in Accra (Ghana) for the annual Congress on the occasion of the African Games. Spearheaded by the UFAK President Souleymane Gaye, the gathering drew representatives from UFAK countries, alongside WKF President Antonio Espinós.
READ MOREWKF Celebrates International Women's Day with Launch of WKF Women's Sport Commission Website Section
In a dedicated effort to honour International Women's Day on March 8, the World Karate Federation (WKF) proudly announces the launch of a new section on its website, specifically dedicated to the WKF Women's Sport Commission. Chaired by Sarah Wennerstrom, the commission includes members Rossana Kassis and Fariba Madani, embodying a commitment to diversity and empowerment of women within the karate community.
READ MOREProgress of Karate in China at Heart of High-Profile Meeting in Fujairah
The World Karate Federation (WKF) President, Antonio Espinós, engaged in a pivotal meeting with the President of the Chinese Karate Association (CKA), Zhang Zhi, during the Karate 1 Youth League event held in Fujairah, UAE. This encounter aimed at fostering collaboration and exploring opportunities to extend the progress of Karate in China even more.
READ MORECrown Prince of Fujairah Attends Final Day of Karate 1-Youth League Event
The Emirate of Fujairah witnessed a remarkable moment for Karate as His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, the Crown Prince of Fujairah, honoured the final day of the 2024 Karate 1-Youth League event in the Emirate city.
READ MOREAKF Executive Committee Convenes in Fujairah During Karate 1 Youth League Event to Review Progress of Karate in Asia
The Executive Committee of the Asian Karate Federation (AKF) met in Fujairah, UAE, on the sidelines of the Karate 1 Youth League event held this past weekend. Chaired by AKF President and WKF Vice President Major General Nasser Alrazooqi, the meeting had WKF President Antonio Espinós in attendance and brought together key stakeholders of the sport in the continent.
READ MOREWKF President Highlights Progress of Karate Events at Official Press Conference of #Karate1Larnaca
A massive press conference celebrated at the Kition Athletic Centre in Larnaca kicked off the 2024 Karate 1 Series A in the Cypriot city. The event was attended by many sports and local officials and celebrated the fusion of Karate excellence and international camaraderie.
READ MORETop Sports Officials Unite in Spectacular Opening Ceremony of #KarateTbilisi2024, Showcasing Karate
The 2024 European Karate Federation (EKF) Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships kicked off on a memorable evening in Tbilisi, Georgia, with a brilliant opening ceremony that brought together key figures from the world of sports, politics, and Karate.
READ MORESmall States of Europe Karate Federation Gathers in Tbilisi To Discuss Upcoming 2025 Games of Small States of Europe
On the eve of the 2024 EKF Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia, the Small States of Europe Karate Federation (SSEKF) met for a crucial meeting. Chaired by the President of the SSEKF Andreas Vasileiou, the meeting had EKF and WKF President Antonio Espinós in attendance.
READ MORERevamped EKF Technical Commission Meets in Tbilisi
The Technical Commission of the European Karate Federation (EKF) gathered in Tbilisi, Georgia on the eve of the 2024 EKF Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships. This significant meeting marked the inaugural Chairmanship of the newly appointed Commission head, Konstantinos Papadopoulos.
READ MOREEKF Executive Committee Reviews Remarkable Progress of Karate in Europe
As the 2024 European Karate Federation (EKF) Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships kick off in Tbilisi, Georgia, the Executive Committee of the EKF convened for a crucial meeting to address various relevant matters pertinent to the future of the sport in Europe.
READ MOREAfrican Karate Federation meets to review preparation of upcoming African Games
Representatives of the African Karate Federation (UFAK) met via videoconference to discuss and assess the current state of the organization. The meeting, presided over by the newly appointed UFAK President Souleymane Gaye, and with World Karate Federation (WKF) President Antonio Espinós in attendance, brought together key stakeholders from across the African continent.
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