Combat Sports in Africa
Highlighting the vibrant landscape of grassroots to international level combat sports in Africa. Contact info: combatsportsinafrica@gmail.com
Episodes
40 episodes since 2021
Paris 2024 and African Judo: Insights with Andre Rosa
Join us for a insightful conversation with Andre Rosa, President of Judo Global Sao Tome and Principe, as we discuss the prospects for African judokas at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.Highlighting the challenges, future, and key athletes...
July 20, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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1:05:36
African Athletes Prepare for Paris 2024: ANOCA Insights
In this episode, we explore the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) Magazine Paris 2024 edition, highlighting African athletes' preparations for the upcoming Olympic Games. With the games starting on July 26, 2024, we c...
July 17, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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5:17
Combat Sports in Africa: PFL Africa launch and new media rights deal with CANAL+
In this episode of Combat Sports in Africa, we bring you the latest updates on the Professional Fighters League (PFL) as they announce the launch of PFL Africa and a multi-year media rights deal with CANAL+. Hear about the new league featuring ...
July 13, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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4:37
Paris 2024 Greco-Roman Wrestling Entries: African Wrestlers Announced
In this short update episode of Combat Sports in Africa, we highlight the newly released entries for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Greco-Roman wrestling.Learn about the eleven African wrestlers set to compete and get key dates for the...
July 09, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:57
African taekwondo stars set for Paris 2024!
In this episode, we highlight the African athletes competing in taekwondo at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. With 16 athletes from 10 countries, including Egypt, Tunisia, and Nigeria, we delve into their preparation and hopes for the ga...
July 07, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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3:25
African wrestlers set to compete in Paris 2024!
In this episode, we focus on the wrestling competitions at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, featuring 33 wrestlers from Africa. We highlight the achievements of African wrestlers in previous Olympic games, including the impressive perfor...
July 07, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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3:56
African judokas gear up for glory in Paris 2024!
Join us as we explore the upcoming judo competitions at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, where 32 judokas from 24 African countries will compete. We reflect on the historical performances of African judokas and discuss the long history o...
July 07, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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4:37
African boxers aim for success in Paris 2024
Tune in as we discuss the boxing competitions at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, where 25 boxers from 10 African countries will compete. We celebrate the achievements of African boxers, including Ghana’s Samuel Takyi's bronze medal at T...
July 07, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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4:48
Exploring the excitement of Paris 2024 - African athletes in boxing, judo, wrestling, and taekwondo!
In this episode of Combat Sports in Africa, we delve into the highly anticipated Paris 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games*. From July 26 to August 11, Paris will host the Thirty-third Olympiad, featuring billions of viewers, milli...
July 07, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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3:03
MMA at the African Games: A Conversation with Jeff Taylor, President of Ghana's MMA Association
In this episode of Combat Sports in Africa, we delve into the exciting world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) at the 13th African Games, which took place in Accra, Ghana, from March 8th to March 23rd. This year's games were not just about traditiona...
March 24, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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22:15
IMMAF Africa Championships Insight: Veja Hinda on Team Spirit, Triumphs, and the Ascent of African MMA
In this riveting episode of the "Combat Sports in Africa" podcast, we connect with the formidable Veja Hinda, the pride of Team Namibia, fresh from his recent silver medal victory at the IMMAF Africa Championships in Luanda, Angola. Join us as ...
September 20, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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33:52
Judo Global: Spearheading São Tomé and Príncipe's Judo Journey
In this latest episode, we ventured into the heart of São Tomé and Príncipe, a picturesque island nation nestled in the Gulf of Guinea, to explore the emerging judo scene under the guidance and leadership of André Rosa, the fervent pr...
September 17, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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57:41
African Judo Championships 2023: Legacy, Triumphs, and Community Unity
In this quick update from the "Combat Sports in Africa" podcast, we journey through the dynamic sphere of African judo, revisiting significant milestones and recent events. From celebrating the 60-year legacy of the African Judo Union...
September 17, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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3:01
Paris 2023 World Taekwondo Grand Prix: Thrilling Showdowns and Highlights
In this quick update from the "Combat Sports in Africa" podcast, we bring you exhilarating highlights from the Paris 2023 World Taekwondo Grand Prix. Dive deeper into the heart-stopping confrontations, like the fierce clash between Cisse and Cu...
September 17, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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2:43
Unlocking the Art of the Throw: A Conversation with Oon Yeoh of KLJudo.com
In this special episode, we sit down with Oon Yeoh, the Judo journalist behind JudoCrazy and coach at KL Judo Dojo, to explore the art of the throw. We dive into his a...
August 12, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:41:30
Rings of Glory: Highlights from the AFBC Men’s and Women’s African Boxing Championships 2023
Catch a quick glance at the AFBC Men's and Women's African Boxing Championships 2023! From medal counts to the excitement of the finals, this episode offers a bite-sized overview of Africa's top boxing event in Yaoundé, Cameroon. W...
August 12, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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2:14
Dakar 2023: Taekwondo's Path to Paris
Tune in for an overview of the Dakar 2023 World Taekwondo Grand Prix Challenge, a stepping stone to Paris 2023. This short episode draws on reference material from World Taekwondo. For comprehensive results,
August 12, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:59
Shaping the Future of MMA in Nigeria: In Conversation with NMMAF's Amb Henry George
Join us in our latest episode where we discuss amateur mixed martial arts (MMA) in Nigeria with none other than Amb Henry George, President of the Nigerian MMA Federation. We talk about the sport's growth, grass...
July 30, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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25:34
Making Waves: Senegal's Domination at the African Beach Games 2023
Unmasking the Sand Titans: In this episode, we dive into the power-packed world of Beach Wrestling at the 2nd 2023 African Beach Games. From Senegal's dominant performance to Blessing Oborududu's sand debut, we're covering it all. Don't miss ou...
July 17, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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2:44
Flying High: African Stars Shine at the World Taekwondo Championships 2023
Unlocking the Arena: Join us as we delve into the thrilling action of the World Taekwondo Championships 2023 in Baku! Hear the inspiring comeback tale of Ivorian legend Cheick Sallah Cissé, who claims his first World Taekwondo Championships tit...
July 17, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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2:45
Gripping Action: African Judokas at the World Judo Championships 2023
Judo Unleashed: Journey with us into the electrifying arena of the Baku 2023 World Judo Championships. From Younes Saddiki's compelling performance to Soumiya Iraoui's stunning passes, and Dris's incredible feat of defeating the reigning Mongol...
July 17, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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3:12
African Prowess in the Boxing Ring: Women's and Men's World Championships 2023
Dive into the world of boxing in this powerful episode! We recap the Women's World Boxing Championships in New Delhi, where Morocco's Khadija El Mardi packed a punch, clinching Africa's first gold. We also take you to the Men's World Boxing Cha...
July 17, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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3:15
From Namibia to the Global Stage: Veja Hinda's Debut at the 2022 IMMAF World Championships in Serbia
Veja Hinda from Namibia shares his thoughts on the 2022 IMMAF World Championships in Serbia in an interview after his impressive debut at the global competition. He was proud to represent Team Namibia, along with his teammates and coach, ...
February 22, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:01:29
IBA World Boxing Tour Golden Belt Series event concludes in Marrakesh, Morocco
Morocco hailed after thrilling IBA World Boxing Tour Golden Belt Series event concludes in Marrakesh<...
February 15, 2023
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2:35
Lewis Mataya talks mma in Zimbabwe, the challenging year he's had and his future combat sport goals
It’s almost 2023! With the New Year quickly approaching, we follow up with Zimbabwe’s Lewis Mataya, the 2022 IMMAF African Lightweight champion! We talk about 2022 and his combat sports journey post IMMAF's Africa Championship 2022. In ...
December 21, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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45:13