UFAK President Souleymane Gaye Oversees Karate at FISU World University Championship 2026
UFAK President Souleymane Gaye Oversees Karate at FISU World University Championship 2026
Brasília, Brazil – June 2026
The Union of African Karate Federations (UFAK) is proud to highlight the participation of its President, Mr. Souleymane Gaye, in the 2026 FISU World University Championship Combat Sports, taking place in Brasília, Federal District, Brazil, from June 8 to 13, 2026.
As the FISU Technical Committee Chair (TCC) for Karate, Mr. Gaye plays a key role in supervising the technical organization of the karate competitions. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with World Karate Federation (WKF) regulations, overseeing the quality of officiating, and guaranteeing the smooth and fair conduct of all karate events throughout the championship.
The FISU World University Championship Combat Sports brings together the world's top university athletes competing in karate, jiu-jitsu, muaythai, wrestling, and wushu. The event represents one of the most important competitions in international university sport and serves as a platform for cultural exchange, sporting excellence, and the promotion of martial arts values among young athletes.
A respected leader within both the African and international karate communities, Souleymane Gaye continues to contribute significantly to the development of karate worldwide. His appointment to this prestigious position within FISU reflects the confidence placed in his expertise, leadership, and commitment to the growth of the sport at all levels.
The karate competitions in Brasília are conducted according to WKF standards and feature kata and kumite events for both individual athletes and teams, showcasing the highest level of university karate competition.
UFAK congratulates President Souleymane Gaye on this important international responsibility and wishes him every success in his mission to support the successful delivery of the karate events at the 2026 FISU World University Championship Combat Sports.
His presence in Brasília once again demonstrates the growing influence of African karate within international sports organizations and highlights UFAK's ongoing commitment to the global development of karate.
