Author: Michael Mbuyi

Resilience in Preparation The recent conclusion of a rigorous training program in Brazzaville, spearheaded by the expert Paul Tiendrebeogo from the International Table Tennis Federation, has emphasized the importance of relentless dedication. On June 20, Tiendrebeogo urged Congolese athletes to steadfastly maintain their training in preparation for the Central African Championship, scheduled to occur imminently. Empowering the Future of Congolese Athletes During the event marking the culmination of the International Table Tennis Federation’s Member Associations Development Program (Dma), the athletes were not just participants but avid learners. They engaged deeply with technical skills such as forehand usage and engaged in…

An Ongoing Struggle with Withdrawals The Congolese national sports federations are wrestling with a growing problem: frequent withdrawals from competitions. This trend, afflicting a multitude of sports disciplines, has sapped morale across the country’s athletic community. Although not always expressed in public statements, palpable frustration is evident as sports continue to languish without clear solutions from higher governance to stem these endemic problems. Financial Strains and Unfulfilled Potential Months of preparation and rigorous training frequently culminate in frustration when athletes are unable to participate in international events due to financial limitations. This grim reality not only stains the reputation of…