Wahid Enitan Oshodi, President of the ITTF Africa, foresees a highly competitive atmosphere at the upcoming ITTF-Africa Championships set to take place in Tunis.
Leading the African Table Tennis Federation, Wahid Enitan Oshodi has expressed great confidence in the level of talent and preparedness among the athletes expected to participate in the forthcoming ITTF-Africa Championships.
He commended the Tunisian Table Tennis Federation (FTTT) for their prompt and effective response in stepping up to host the event following Rwanda’s last-minute withdrawal, highlighting Tunisia’s extensive experience and dedication to organizing top-tier international competitions.
Oshodi also highlighted the exciting presence of a new generation of young players who will compete from October 12 to 19 in Tunis. This championship serves a dual purpose as it also acts as a key qualifying event for the 2026 ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships, which will be held in London.
“This year’s tournament is shaping up to be intensely competitive, driven by the peak form of our current athletes and the emergence of talented newcomers,” Oshodi stated.
“It’s particularly inspiring to witness many junior players, who recently impressed at the Youth Tournaments in Lagos, now earning spots on their national teams for Tunis. Their advancement reflects significant growth and readiness to challenge established veterans, providing a valuable benchmark for their progress over the past year. I expect some unexpected results and am eager to see these young stars leave their imprint.”
He added, “We should also acknowledge the veteran players whose experience will enrich the competition and elevate the excitement. The atmosphere in Tunis is anticipated to be electric, rivaling any major global event. Tunisia’s proven track record in hosting such tournaments sets the foundation for an unforgettable championship starting October 12. The team event, which doubles as a qualifier for the 2026 World Team Championships in London, will be a highlight for many countries.”
The 2026 World Championships will commemorate the centenary of table tennis, returning to London-the birthplace of the International Table Tennis Federation and the site of the inaugural World Championships in 1926.
This year’s continental showdown will feature Africa’s finest athletes competing across seven categories: men’s and women’s team events, singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. The Rades Multisports Hall will host eight days filled with intense matches and exceptional displays of skill.