Tunisia's national weightlifting team has traveled to the Algerian city of Mostaganem to participate in the African Championships and Arab Weightlifting Championships, which will take place from October 5 to 13, 2026. The team, comprising 18 athletes from both men and women, will represent Tunisia in the continental competition. According to the Tunisian Weightlifting Federation, the team is ready to compete against top athletes from across Africa.
The Tunisian team will be represented by 10 female athletes, including Khoula Mejri, Yasmine Eradhwani, Takwa Touati, Shimaa Telli, Israa Bgawati, Ayah Ghali, Heba Allah Jmili, Ghafran Ghrissa, Zeinab Naaoui, and Heba Allah Tebini. The men's team consists of eight athletes: Idris Al-Warthi, Farouk Ben Hamida, Yahya Al-Ayeb, Ayoub Salem, Hussein Al-Dridi, Ahmed Salem, Mohamed Khalil Al-Jawadi, and Youssef Al-Karami.
The African Championships and Arab Weightlifting Championships are prestigious events that bring together top weightlifters from across the continent and the Arab world. The competitions will feature various weight categories and events, providing a platform for athletes to showcase their skills and compete for medals.
The Tunisian team's participation in the championships is a significant development for the country's weightlifting scene. With a strong team of 18 athletes, Tunisia is expected to make a notable presence in the competitions. The team's preparation and training have been focused on achieving success and bringing glory to the country.
The championships will be a test of the athletes' skills, endurance, and mental toughness. The competitions will be fierce, with top athletes from Africa and the Arab world vying for medals and titles. The Tunisian team's performance will be closely watched by fans and officials, who are eager to see the country's weightlifting talent shine on the continental stage.
The African Championships and Arab Weightlifting Championships will also provide an opportunity for athletes to gain experience, exposure, and international recognition. The events will be a valuable platform for the athletes to learn from each other, share knowledge, and build relationships with fellow weightlifters from across the continent.
As the Tunisian team prepares to take on the best weightlifters from Africa and the Arab world, fans and officials are optimistic about the team's chances of success. With a strong team and rigorous preparation, Tunisia is poised to make a significant impact in the championships.
Key points
- The Tunisian weightlifting team will participate in the African Championships and Arab Weightlifting Championships with 18 athletes, consisting of 10 female and 8 male athletes.
