{"id":12887,"date":"2019-10-29T18:17:50","date_gmt":"2019-10-29T17:17:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.taekwondoitf.org\/?p=12887"},"modified":"2020-05-15T03:43:31","modified_gmt":"2020-05-15T01:43:31","slug":"6th-african-cup-africa-continues-to-demonstrate-its-talent-and-effort","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itftkd.sport\/es\/6th-african-cup-africa-continues-to-demonstrate-its-talent-and-effort\/","title":{"rendered":"6th African Cup. Africa continues to demonstrate its talent and effort."},"content":{"rendered":"

I am often asked a question: how does it feel to be the first (or only) female on the team.\u00a0 My answer is: to me it does not matterwhether I am the first, or if I am the only; as long as I am not the last and I am not alone. It feels great to be accepted, and not becauseof the gender – it feels good to be just another member of the amazing team.\u00a0 TEAM is EVERYTHING! Each member of the team comes to Africa for the same reason: share and develop Taekwon-Do and communities.\u00a0 All the participants and the team learn from each other, and support each other along the way.<\/p>\n

The environment and settings on the continent are not easy, because basic material things and facilities are not as readily available or accessible.\u00a0 In such challenging environment, it becomes quite obvious the personalities, what they bring to the table, and how they perform and deliver under pressure.<\/p>\n

Although there is a very small number of female participation, in many African countries it has nothing to do with the gender inequality.\u00a0 In fact, I feel less gender discrimination or poor attitude towards female in Africa, than in some other parts of the world.\u00a0 Women are respected, valued and embraced in all circles.\u00a0 In countries like Tanzania and Ethiopia, there are strong female role models, who occupy high government positions, own businesses and are driving forces behind events.\u00a0 Therefore, I feel it is more of a reflection on the organization, and how Taekwon-Do is presented.\u00a0 The four female participants (2nd degree from\u00a0 Ethiopia,\u00a0 Red Belt from Kenya, and twoBlack Tags from Tanzania) present in Dar Es Salaam truly have indomitable spirit!\u00a0 They lead by example.<\/p>\n

Many practitioners of ITF TKD face a lot of pressure, obstructions and difficulties in their countries, when they want\u00a0 to\u00a0 train,\u00a0 attend\u00a0 international\u00a0 seminars,\u00a0 compete,\u00a0 develop\u00a0 their\u00a0 clubs,\u00a0 etc.\u00a0\u00a0 Yet,\u00a0 they\u00a0 persevere\u00a0 and succeed!\u00a0 Hats off to Babuccar from Gambia, who despite of all obstacles continues his support and fight for ITF.\u00a0 He had very successful event – not only he was promoted to II degreeby the panel of three Masters, he also took away two gold medals and an overall trophy!\u00a0 The hard work paid off. Hopefully, with thesupport of ITF community world-wide their burden of carrying on in difficult circumstance can be lightened up.<\/p>\n

I was very impressed by achievements and organization of Zanzibar ITF, who have recently registered their NA with the government of Zanzibar – that is not an easy task.\u00a0 But after meeting the three instructors from Zanzibar and getting to know them, I am not surprised of their success. They don’t expect anyone to come and do their work for them. They use the support of the ADT and ITF in the right way, and achieve results by their own hard work.\u00a0\u00a0 By\u00a0 return,\u00a0 the\u00a0 ADT\u00a0 delivered\u00a0 some\u00a0 quality\u00a0 training\u00a0 to\u00a0 the\u00a0 instructors\u00a0 and\u00a0 their\u00a0 students,\u00a0 and\u00a0 close protection instruction to the police, met the minister and secured further cooperation and support from the local government.<\/p>\n

A certain group of instructors (special thanks goes to Boo Sabum Ali Amir) and their students made it possible for ADT to deliver a successful 3-day seminar and assist in running of the 6th African Cup in Dar Es Salaam, by being efficient and doing things way above their responsibilities and expectations.\u00a0 Following continuous support and frequent training from ADT members (particularly MasterEnander’s endless contribution of his time and resources),\u00a0 Tanzania\u00a0 has\u00a0 now\u00a0 quality\u00a0 international\u00a0 level\u00a0 black\u00a0 belts\u00a0 who\u00a0 can\u00a0 continue\u00a0 the\u00a0 development\u00a0 of Tanzanian ITF, as well as assist neighbouring counties.<\/p>\n

There were some impressive world class performances from the competitors from Tanzania, Zanzibar, Ethiopia, Senegal and Gambia during the championships.\u00a0 It was a pleasure and honor to judge II degree pattern final between Tanzania and Ethiopia, IV degree final between Mozambique and Ethiopia, and referee the final between Zanzibar and Senegal.\u00a0 Admirable performances!<\/p>\n

Congratulations also to the newly promoted Black Belts – we were very proud of their performances during the examination, and later atthe competition.\u00a0 Well done – the hard work and training showed!<\/p>\n

Every country that attended the ATF annual meeting had representatives who were willing to do the work and take on more responsibilities, following the lead of Ethiopia – the country which, under the leadership of Mr Tamrat and with the support of ITF and specifically GM Weiler, achieved unbelievable results in a short period of time. I believe the hardest work has been done – the strongfoundation was laid, and the trust was built.<\/p>\n

African\u00a0 people\u00a0 have\u00a0 an\u00a0 amazing\u00a0 capacity\u00a0 to\u00a0 learn,\u00a0 strong\u00a0 mentality\u00a0 and\u00a0 a\u00a0 desire\u00a0 to\u00a0 grow\u00a0 and\u00a0 better\u00a0 their communities.\u00a0 Unfortunately, opportunities are still limited, there is lack of guidance and structure, and it is tough!\u00a0 Every time I return from Africa, I am a better and stronger person. I hope I contribute a small part into their development too.<\/p>\n

Love and respect to the African nations, and to the ADT team! Report from Tanzania &Zanzibar<\/p>\n

By Sabum Elena (ADT)<\/p>\n

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