The Youth & Junior African Championships were held from 18-25 November in the city of Tunis, Tunisia. Prior to the event, the African Weightlifting Federation held its Congress with the participation of 12 countries: ALG, CMR, EGY, KENY, LBA, MAR, NGR, RSA, SEN, SEY, TUN, UGA. The following major issues were discussed: Olympic performances of […]
On Sunday 18 November in Rome, the Italian Weightlifting Federation held its Elections. The President Dr. Antonio Urso, single candidate, was re-elected for a third consecutive term with 87% of the votes. Francesco Buonincontro was re-elected as General Secretary of FIPE. Approximately 250 delegates participated in the Congress that also gave place to the celebration […]
On 20 October 2012, in the auditorium of the Greek Olympic Committee, the Hellenic Weightlifting Federation held its Annual Meeting that included elections for the new Board of Directors. Pyrros Dimas was reelected President and Nikos Skiadas General Secretary. Following a proposal made by President Pyrros Dimas and Members of the Board, the General Assembly […]
The Weightlifting Federation of Madagascar held its Elective General Assembly on 15 November 2012. The Elections were held in presence of representatives from the Madagascar NOC and the Sports Ministry. The new members of the Executive Committee are: President: Mr. RANDRIAMANARIVO Harinelina Jean Alex First Vice-President: Mr. RANDRIANIAINA Bien Donné Second Vice-President: Mr. RANEBONIRINA Etienne […]
On 16 November 2012, the Albanian Weightlifting Federation elected its new President and Executive Board Members. Elez Gjoza and Theodhori Masllavica were candidates for the position of President. Both presented their ideas for the future of weightlifting sport in Albania. The Elections were held at the Tirana International Hotel where several media representatives were present. […]