WINDHOEK, March 28 — Namibia will host the first World Martial Arts Championships from March 29 to April 2 at Safari Hotel in Windhoek, officials said Saturday.
In a statement, the Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Shihan Mangaba, said the event will be attended by approximately 600 athletes from 40 countries and regions.
“This is a tremendous privilege for our Namibia youth, who have literally been waiting years for the chance to train and participate in a high technique championship and seminar,” Mangaba said. “Previously, our youth had to travel to Japan or Europe at tremendous costs and very high seminar fees to be able to attend.”
This championship caters to all formats of Karate, while kickboxing will also be featured together with sport jujitsu, Kobudo, Chinese martial arts, and Qwan Ki Do, Mangaba added. (Xinhua)
