Kenyan table tennis official Joe Okello has been appointed as the Chairman of the ITTF Africa Marketing Committee, a position he will hold from 2025 to 2028. Okello, who is also a Kenya Table Tennis Association (KTTA) official, will lead the six-member committee tasked with marketing and fundraising for ITTF Africa.
ITTF Africa Marketing Committee Members (2025-2028):
Joe Okello (Kenya) – Chairman
Sisay Yohannes Tassia (Ethiopia)
Deli Alaegebemi (Nigeria)
Celest Nomdo (South Africa)
Sarkis Jeannot Euloge (Togo)
Massaoudi Issam (Algeria)
In addition to Okello’s appointment, Kenyan Dr. Anthony Abuya has also joined ITTF Africa as a member of the Medical Committee, which will be headed by Cherifi Nabila (Algeria). Dr. Abuya, who serves as the Kenya national table tennis team doctor, brings valuable expertise to the continental body.
KTTA President Congratulates Okello and Dr. Abuya
KTTA President Andrew Mudibo welcomed the appointments, saying they were a great recognition of Kenya’s contribution to the sport.
“It’s an honor for two Kenyans to be recognized for their good work at the national level. On behalf of KTTA, I congratulate them and wish them well in their endeavors,” said Mudibo.
ITTF Africa also firmed up other committees and commissions, including Para Table Tennis and Media. The Media Committee will now be headed by Egyptian Fahmy Amr, with Cameroonian Ngo Mboock Virgine serving as deputy.
Kenya’s Growing Influence in ITTF Africa
Kenya has seen growing representation in ITTF Africa over the years. Previously, veteran coach and retired player Fahd Daim, along with journalist Samson Ateka, have also served on ITTF Africa committees.
Okello’s new role as Marketing Committee Chairman will involve spearheading fundraising initiatives and enhancing the visibility of ITTF Africa’s activities and products across the continent.
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