DR Congo Set to Compete at the 2026 World Team Karate Championships in Hangzhou

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) has secured its place among the world’s karate elite by qualifying for the 2026 World Team Karate Championships in Hangzhou, China.

The Leopards earned this historic opportunity following an outstanding performance at the African Karate Championships in Algiers, demonstrating the growing competitiveness of Congolese karate on the international stage.

The Congolese Kata Team

The DR Congo will be represented in the kata team event by three athletes:

• BUGUZI SIBOMANA
• KWITONDA MASIMANGO
• BUGUZI NDIBWAMI

Their qualification marks an important milestone for Congolese karate and offers the team an opportunity to showcase its talent against the strongest nations in the world.

A Challenging Group A

Following the draw, DR Congo was placed in Group A, alongside:

• Spain
• China
• New Zealand
• WKF Team

The Congolese team will face strong international opposition as it seeks to make its mark at this prestigious global competition.

UFAK Congratulates DR Congo

The Union of African Karate Federations (UFAK) warmly congratulates the Congolese Karate Federation, its athletes, coaches, and leadership on this achievement.

UFAK commends the federation’s sound management and continued efforts to develop karate, recognizing this qualification as an important step forward for Congolese karate and a source of pride for African sport.

The Leopards will now carry the hopes of their country and the African karate community onto the world stage in Hangzhou.