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Congo joins regional training and Paralympic education in Ethiopia

Congo was among the countries represented at an Agitos Foundation training camp in Addis Ababa from 25–27 September 2018.

Training-camp participants pose outside a building.

Athletes, coaches and officials at the Agitos training camp in Ethiopia.

Photo credit: Agitos Foundation

Congo was among the countries represented at an Agitos Foundation training camp in Addis Ababa from 25–27 September 2018. Athletes, coaches and technical officials developed Para athletics and Para powerlifting knowledge, while a Proud Paralympian workshop covered the Movement’s history, human rights and working with the media. The IPC reported 49 international and 32 local participants overall. The activity connected practical sporting instruction with athlete education, supporting preparation for future national and international participation.