Mohamed Moktabil Joins the WKF Executive Committee
Mohamed Moktabil Joins the WKF Executive Committee, Strengthening African Representation
The Union of African Karate Federations (UFAK) welcomes the appointment of Mr Mohamed Moktabil to the Executive Committee of the World Karate Federation (WKF), further strengthening Africa’s representation within the international governance of karate.
Following the election of three African representatives at the WKF General Assembly held on 13 October 2026, Africa’s presence within the WKF Executive Committee has been further reinforced by this latest appointment.
The three representatives elected at the General Assembly were:
- Mr Souleymane Gaye — Senegal, President of UFAK
- Mr Béchir Cherif — Tunisia, First Vice-President of UFAK
- Mr Mohamed Dahraoui — Egypt
At the subsequent meeting of the WKF Executive Committee, Mr Mohamed Moktabil joined the Committee, bringing an additional African representative into the international karate leadership structure.
Strengthening Africa’s Voice in World Karate
The growing representation of African leaders within the WKF Executive Committee provides an important opportunity to strengthen dialogue, cooperation and the contribution of African karate to the sport’s international development.
Africa is home to a wealth of karate talent and continues to work towards expanding opportunities for athletes, coaches, referees and national federations. Greater representation within international governing structures can help ensure that the continent’s priorities and ambitions are part of wider discussions about the future of karate.
UFAK welcomes this development and congratulates Mr Mohamed Moktabil on joining the WKF Executive Committee. The Union also extends its congratulations to Mr Souleymane Gaye, Mr Béchir Cherif and Mr Mohamed Dahraoui on their election.
Together, African karate leaders can continue working to strengthen the continent’s presence, promote international cooperation and support the development of karate worldwide.
