Local karateka out to make SA pround on international stage
TWO STUDENTS from the Zanshin Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Academy, Mïcke Strydom and Alwyn Smit, have achieved a significant milestone by being selected for the Karate South Africa (KSA) National Team.
The two karateka will represent South Africa in the prestigious AUSC UFAK Region South Championship, set to take place from June 19-23, 2024, in Swakopmund, Namibia.
The AUSC UFAK Region South Championship is an annual event that brings together the best karateka from southern African countries, including South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Angola, Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
This all-styles karate tournament is highly regarded in the region, showcasing top-tier talent and competitive spirit.
Strydom has been ranked number one for kata and number four for kumite in her division…