About

The African Taekwondo Union (AFTU) is a prominent organization dedicated to advancing the practice and development of Taekwondo in Africa.

African Taekwondo Union promoting martial arts development across Africa

About African Taekwondo Union

The African Taekwondo Union (AFTU) is the leading organization dedicated to advancing Taekwondo in Africa, fostering excellence in martial arts, and promoting sports development across the continent.

  • 1Our Mission

    Promote and develop Taekwondo across Africa, fostering excellence in martial arts and sportsmanship.

  • 2Our Goals

    Empower athletes and coaches through skill development programs, while leveraging Taekwondo for social impact and youth development.

  • 3Our Vision

    Establish Taekwondo as a leading sport in Africa, enhancing physical fitness, mental resilience, and community cohesion through martial arts.

AFTU

Federations

With 53 member countries across Africa
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Algeria
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Angola
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Benin
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Botswana
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Burkina Faso
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Burundi
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Cameroon
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Cape Verde
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Central African Republic
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Chad
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Comoros
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Congo
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Côte d'Ivoire
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Democratic Republic of Congo
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Djibouti
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Egypt
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Equatorial Guinea
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Swaziland
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Ethiopia
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Gabon
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Gambia
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Ghana
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Guinea
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Guinea-Bissau
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Kenya
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Lesotho
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Liberia
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Libya
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Madagascar
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Malawi
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Mali
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Mauritania
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Mauritius
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Morocco
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Mozambique
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Namibia
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Niger
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Nigeria
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Rwanda
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São Tomé and Príncipe
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Senegal
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Seychelles
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Sierra Leone
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Somalia
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South Africa
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South Sudan
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Sudan
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Togo
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Tunisia
Flag of Uganda
Uganda
Flag of Tanzania
Tanzania
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Zambia
Flag of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe

Unity

Unity

Through Martial Art

Taekwondo Development

The African Taekwondo Union (AFTU) promotes Taekwondo development across Africa, providing training programs for athletes and coaches while expanding martial arts reach continent-wide.

Partnerships for Progress

AFTU collaborates with national federations and regional bodies to advance Taekwondo in Africa, creating opportunities for athletes and coaches through strategic partnerships.

Social Impact

AFTU promotes social cohesion and youth development through Taekwondo, addressing key issues like gender equality, health, and education across African communities.

Concil

Members

President
Issaka IDE

Issaka IDE

President

Driss EL HILALI

Driss EL HILALI

1st Vice President / North

Fardouza M. EGUEH

Fardouza M. EGUEH

Vice President

Allain BADIASHILE

Allain BADIASHILE

Vice President / Center

Cheik Daniel BAMBA

Cheik Daniel BAMBA

Vice President / West

Amr SELIM

Amr SELIM

Vice President

Jonathan NNAJI

Jonathan NNAJI

Vice President

Vinaikomar NAICKER

Vinaikomar NAICKER

Vice President / South

H. RANDRIAMANDRATO

H. RANDRIAMANDRATO

Vice President / Islands

Hussam H. MOHAMED

Hussam H. MOHAMED

Vice President / Est

Balla Dieye

Balla Dieye

Secretary General

In Memorium

Remembering Gen. Ahmed Fouly: Former World Taekwondo Vice President 

In April 2021, the late Gen. Ahmed Fouly was posthumously honored with the prestigious Cheongryong Medal, Korea's highest Order of Sport Merit. This recognition celebrated his exceptional contributions to the global growth and development of Taekwondo, particularly in Africa.

World Taekwondo recommended Gen. Fouly for this distinguished award, acknowledging his tireless efforts in promoting martial arts excellence and fostering international Taekwondo relations across the African continent.

Gen. Ahmed Fouly, Former World Taekwondo Vice President, honored for his contributions to martial arts
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