Secunda USKU karatekas win in Durban
Only three of the seven USKU karatekas selected could compete due to a lack of money. Despite this, the trio performed well and claimed top spots.
Sensei Breshnev Dhlamini won the kumite individual men's senior category of 84kg and above, while Lwandle Shabalala took first in the 14-15 cadet men's kumite under 61kg.
Lutendo Netshivhazwaulu placed third in the kata individual girls' category. South Africa won the overall event with 56 gold, 43 silver and 56 bronze medals.
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Botswana came second with 12 gold, 12 silver and 18 bronze, while Angola placed third with eight gold, seven silver and four bronze.
Head coach for Mpumalanga karate sensei Dhlamini thanked everyone who donated and helped with transportation so the karatekas could compete.
Winning this tournament qualifies them for the UFAK Continental Championship in Nigeria from July 25 to 27. Any sponsorship or donations toward expenses are welcome. For more information, call Dhlamini on 083 741 2441.
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