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.

The officials, who presented awards at the medal ceremony, were warmly welcomed by World Karate Federation (WKF) President Antonio Espinós and President of the Union of African Karate Federations (UFAK), Souleymane Gaye. Their presence highlighted the significance of Karate in the African Games and the sport's ability to unite nations through shared values of discipline, respect, and excellence.

WKF President Antonio Espinó said:

"The presence of Dr. Kwaku Ofosu-Asare and Major General Ahmed Nasser at the Karate event demonstrates the sport's relevance in the most important multi-sport event in Africa. Karate's inclusion in the African Games further strengthens its position as a key player in the global sporting landscape, and our sport, as a dynamic and captivating addition to the African Games, will continue captivating audiences with its thrilling displays of values and determination for years to come. We look forward to Karate’s continued growth and development within the African continent.”

Dr. Kwaku Ofosu-Asare and Major General Ahmed Nasser are the highest sports officials at the event and their presence at the Karate competition serves as a testament to the sport's growing popularity and significance within the African sporting community.

(Top picture: WKF President Antonio Espinós, 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, and UFAK President Souleymane Gaye at the medal ceremony of the African Games.)

The medal ceremony of the Karate competition on day 1 was graced by the presence of the top sports officials in the event.

Karate officials headed by WKF President Antonio Espinós and UFAK President Souleymane Gaye pose with 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.

African Karate leaders in Accra: Melvin Brown, former President of the Ghana Karate Federation, Mohamed Mouktabil, UFAK Executive Committee member, UFAK 1st Vice President Cherif Bechir, and Madani Ba UFAK General Secretary