Farhan Adawe turns Somalia’s Paralympic debut into a platform for growth

Farhan Adawe became Somalia's first Paralympian at Rio 2016, competing in wheelchair racing. The 19-year-old recorded 18.49 seconds in the opening round of the men's 100m T52, which the IPC reported as an African record. He also carried Somalia's flag at both ceremonies. After his Games appearance, Adawe spoke about improving his performances and encouraging more people in Somalia to take up Para sport. The feature presents international participation as the starting point for a wider sporting ambition.