Zimbabwe qualifies for the 2nd time in history for the World Korfball Championship

The IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship South 2022 has finished and the last decisive match between South Africa and Zimbabwe ended 12-14 in favour of Zimbabwe, who becomes the champion of this exciting 3-day event and most importantly, qualifies to play the next IKF World korfball Championship 2023 in Taipei for the 2nd time in history. In 2019, Zimbabwe also qualified for the IKF WKC 2019, but declined participation.

South Africa who were the African defending champions were favourites going into the final, but Zimbabwe put up a spirited performance to upset the odds. Zimbabwe coach Innocent Kanosvava said team work help them to accomplish their mission against a formidable South Africa.

“It wasn’t an easy game because South Africa have been the champions since 2006, so we were playing with more experienced players, but I had faith in my team,” Kanosvava said. “I give credit to my team because they played according to the plan we had since we started preparing for this tournament. It’s not the experience that matters, but team work made us win.” © ZimSports Connect

Zimbabwe and Morocco, who qualified after winning the IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship North-West South one month ago in Abidyan (Ivory Coast), are the two African countries that will compete in next year’s WKC in Taipei, together with 22 other countries from the other continents.

The city of Lusaka in Zambia hosted from 11 to 13 November this second African qualifying event. The National teams of Zimbabwe, South Africa and Zambia competed during three intense and exciting days to finish in first place and qualify for the IKF World Korfball Championship 2023.

Opening ceremony of the IKF AAKC South in Lusaka, Zambia (11/11/2022)

UPDATED RESULTS AND FINAL RANKING (after Day 3):

1st place: Zimbabwe (6 pts – 2/0) – Qualifies to play the IKF WKC 2023
2nd place: South Africa (3 pts – 1/1)
3rd place: Zambia (0 pts – 0/2)
4th place: Zimbabwe Filchrist (out of competition)

*Due to the late withdrawal of Malawi, a 2nd team from Zimbabwe played out of competition replacing this country.
**See below for match reviews and daily image galleries

MATCH SCHEDULE:

Daily results, videos*, scorers and ranking are available on worldkorfball.sport website: click here

(*) The videos of all games will be uploaded as soon as possible to IKF Africa Youtube channel, and also shared on IKF Youtube channel.

This event was organised by the International Korfball Federation and hosted by the Korfball Federation of Zambia.

DAY 3 REVIEWS, GAMES & IMAGE GALLERY

CLOSING CEREMONY

GAME 6: SOUTH AFRICA – ZIMBABWE (12-14)

Zimbabwe becomes the champion of this tournament after winning South Africa in today’s last final match, and qualifies for the 1st time in history to play next year’s IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 in Taipei.

GAME 5: ZAMBIA – ZIM2 Filchrist (5-4 Golden Goal)

A golden goal decided this last game, that was Zambia’s 1st win in this championship.

DAY 2 REVIEWS, GAMES & IMAGE GALLERY

GAME 4: ZAMBIA – ZIMBABWE (12-13)

The second match between Zambia and Zimbabwe was tense but sportive (just 4 penalties were given). In the first quarter Zambia was more accurate with the scores (5-3), but in the second and third quarter the Zimbabwean squad was mostly on the good side of the score, but still close. In the third quarter, the score difference was never more than 1. Four minutes before the end of the game, Chris Tembo scored 13-13 with a penalty shot. With two and a half minute to go, Tafara Muzvidziwa (ZIM) scored the decisive goal (13-14), and the missed penalty by Zimbabwe was not important anymore.

Tomorrow’s final match between South Africa and Zimbabwe will be decisive to know which team raises this tournament’s trophy and qualifies for the next IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 in Taipei.

GAME 3: ZIM2 Filchrist – SOUTH AFRICA (11-13)

In the first match between ZIM2 Filchrist and South Africa, Filchrist took the lead in the first quarter, but South Africa already had repaired that at the end of that quarter (4-4). The second and the third quarter South Africa took the lead (6-12), but last quarter ZIM2 Filchrist came strongly back at 46 seconds before the end of the match, scoring the 11-12. Danie Smith (RSA) answered directly and secured the win for South Africa with his third goal in this match (11-13).

DAY 1 REVIEWS, GAMES & IMAGE GALLERY

GAME 2: ZAMBIA – SOUTH AFRICA (12-13)

The second match between Zambia and South Africa was a real thriller. Both teams were eager to win and played with temperament and searched what physical play was accepted by the referees. During the whole match the teams kept close to each other, just twice the difference in score was 3 in favour of Zambia and finishing the 1st half 5-5. Zambia was leading during the whole match, but in the last 3 minutes, South Africa was able to change the situation, and after an incredible comeback, achieved the victory by a short 12-13, and forgetting the previous 5 missed penalties.

OPENING CEREMONY

GAME 1: ZIM 2 Filchrist KC – ZIMBABWE (8-12)

The first match of this IKF AAKC South faced ZIM 2 Filchrist KC and Zimbabwe. Until half time, both teams were equal, very enthousiastic and performing fast play. The score of 6-6 at half time was a fare result for both teams. During the second half, the national squad of Zimbabwe was more accurate in scoring and was able to won the match by 8-12.

PRE-EVENT ACTIVITIES & CLINICS

The previous days before the tournament’s start, several clinics for referees and jury officers were taking place in Lusaka. Fifteen participants from Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa and Malawi were preparing to act as officials at this IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship South 2022. For referees, the duo-refereeing was new. The new roles, communication and positioning are the main topics for them. Talks about the rules and roundtable discussions were also taking place.

Each day there were 2 sessions where all of them participate, as during the event jury and referees will be working as a team. Each session ends with one hour practical match.

HOW TO FOLLOW

The official profiles of IKF Africa on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter will tried to provide as much images, videos and information as possible from this tournament.

The videos of all games were uploaded as soon as possible to IKF Africa Youtube channel, and also shared on IKF main channels.

All teams, participants and fans could join the conversation and share their content and support using the hashtag #AAKC2022 and #korfball.

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The IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship South 2022 is on! (daily update)

The IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship South 2022 has started in Zambia. The city of Lusaka hosts from 11 to 13 November this second African qualifying event for next year’s IKF World Korfball Championship in Taipei.

The National teams of Zimbabwe, South Africa and Zambia are the teams that will compete during these three intense and exciting days to finish in first place and qualify for the IKF World Korfball Championship 2023.

Opening ceremony of the IKF AAKC South in Lusaka, Zambia (11/11/2022)

Morocco is already qualified after winning the IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship North-West South one month ago in Abidyan, Ivory Coast.
*Due to the late withdrawal of Malawi, there will be a 2nd team from Zimbabwe that will play out of competition replacing this country.

UPDATED RESULTS AND RANKING (after Day 3):

1st place: Zimbabwe (6 pts – 2/0) – Qualifies to play the IKF WKC 2023
2nd place: South Africa (3 pts – 1/1)
3rd place: Zambia (0 pts – 0/2)
4th place: Zimbabwe Filchrist (out of competition)

*See below for match reviews and daily image galleries

MATCH SCHEDULE:

Daily results, videos*, scorers and ranking will be available on worldkorfball.sport website: click here

(*) The videos of all games will be uploaded as soon as possible to IKF Africa Youtube channel, and also shared on IKF Youtube channel.

YOUTUBE PLAYLIST (all matches will be added here):

This event is organised by the International Korfball Federation and hosted by the Korfball Federation of Zambia.

DAY 3 REVIEWS, GAMES & IMAGE GALLERY

CLOSING CEREMONY

GAME 6: SOUTH AFRICA – ZIMBABWE (12-14)

Zimbabwe becomes the champion of this tournament after winning South Africa in today’s last final match, and qualifies for the 1st time in history to play next year’s IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 in Taipei.

GAME 5: ZAMBIA – ZIM2 Filchrist (5-4 Golden Goal)

A golden goal decided this last game, that was Zambia’s 1st win in this championship.

DAY 2 REVIEWS & IMAGE GALLERY

GAME 4: ZAMBIA – ZIMBABWE (12-13)

The second match between Zambia and Zimbabwe was tense but sportive (just 4 penalties were given). In the first quarter Zambia was more accurate with the scores (5-3), but in the second and third quarter the Zimbabwean squad was mostly on the good side of the score, but still close. In the third quarter, the score difference was never more than 1. Four minutes before the end of the game, Chris Tembo scored 13-13 with a penalty shot. With two and a half minute to go, Tafara Muzvidziwa (ZIM) scored the decisive goal (13-14), and the missed penalty by Zimbabwe was not important anymore.

Tomorrow’s final match between South Africa and Zimbabwe will be decisive to know which team raises this tournament’s trophy and qualifies for the next IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 in Taipei.

GAME 3: ZIM2 Filchrist – SOUTH AFRICA (11-13)

In the first match between ZIM2 Filchrist and South Africa, Filchrist took the lead in the first quarter, but South Africa already had repaired that at the end of that quarter (4-4). The second and the third quarter South Africa took the lead (6-12), but last quarter ZIM2 Filchrist came strongly back at 46 seconds before the end of the match, scoring the 11-12. Danie Smith (RSA) answered directly and secured the win for South Africa with his third goal in this match (11-13).

DAY 1 REVIEWS & IMAGE GALLERY

GAME 2: ZAMBIA – SOUTH AFRICA (12-13)

The second match between Zambia and South Africa was a real thriller. Both teams were eager to win and played with temperament and searched what physical play was accepted by the referees. During the whole match the teams kept close to each other, just twice the difference in score was 3 in favour of Zambia and finishing the 1st half 5-5. Zambia was leading during the whole match, but in the last 3 minutes, South Africa was able to change the situation, and after an incredible comeback, achieved the victory by a short 12-13, and forgetting the previous 5 missed penalties.

OPENING CEREMONY

GAME 1: ZIM 2 Filchrist KC – ZIMBABWE (8-12)

The first match of this IKF AAKC South faced ZIM 2 Filchrist KC and Zimbabwe. Until half time, both teams were equal, very enthousiastic and performing fast play. The score of 6-6 at half time was a fare result for both teams. During the second half, the national squad of Zimbabwe was more accurate in scoring and was able to won the match by 8-12.

PRE-EVENT ACTIVITIES & CLINICS

The previous days before the tournament’s start, several clinics for referees and jury officers were taking place in Lusaka. Fifteen participants from Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa and Malawi were preparing to act as officials at this IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship South 2022. For referees, the duo-refereeing was new. The new roles, communication and positioning are the main topics for them. Talks about the rules and roundtable discussions were also taking place.

Each day there were 2 sessions where all of them participate, as during the event jury and referees will be working as a team. Each session ends with one hour practical match.

HOW TO FOLLOW

The official profiles of IKF Africa on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter will try to provide as much images, videos and information as possible from this tournament.

The videos of all games will be uploaded as soon as possible to IKF Africa Youtube channel, and also shared on IKF main channels.

All teams, participants and fans can join the conversation and share their content and support using the hashtag #AAKC2022 and #korfball.

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Morocco is the 1st African team qualified for the IKF World Korfball Championship 2023

The IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship North-West 2022 ended yesterday in Abidjan with a great last and decisive match between the host country, Ivory Coast, and the national team of Morocco, that ended in favour of the Moroccan squad by a close 13-15.

This final win entails that Morocco is the 1st African team qualified to play next year’s IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 in Taipei. The other African team that can qualify for this WKC 2023 will be revealed after the IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship South 2022 to be played from 11 to 13 November in Lusaka, Zambia.

This was a fantastic and exciting 3-day event that took place from 13 to 15 October 2022, with a fantastic ambience in and out of the field. The spectators enjoyed some interesting matches and discovered the “magic” of korfball in all the ways.

The IKF wants to thanks to all teams, volunteers, officials and organisers for all their efforts to make this successful tournament possible.

Palais des sports de Treichville in Abidjan, Ivory Coast

FINAL RANKING | IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship North-West 2022

1st – Morocco (4 W – 0 L) 12 points
2nd – Ivory Coast (2 W – 2 L) 6 points
3rd – Ghana (0 W – 4 L) 0 points

All the results, matches, videos and scorers are available on worldkorfball.sport website: click here

FINAL RESULTS:

YOUTUBE PLAYLIST WITH ALL THE MATCHES PLAYED:

DAY 3 IMAGE GALLERY (By FIK and Eric Abale):

DAY 2 IMAGE GALLERY (By Golytof):

Image from the 2nd match between Morocco and Ghana

DAY 1 IMAGE GALLERY:

Image from the 1st match between Ivory Coast and Morocco – (c) Korfball au Maroc

Images by Golytof, Korfball au Maroc, Theo van der Linde and Manon Wiegerink.


HOW TO FOLLOW

The official profiles of IKF Africa on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter published a lot of images, videos and information during this tournament.

The videos of all games were uploaded at he end of the day to IKF Africa Youtube channel, and also shared on IKF main channels.

All teams, participants and fans could join the conversation and share their content and support using the hashtag #AAKC2022 and #korfball.

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The IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship North-West 2022 is on! (updated)

Today, the IKF All-Africa Korfball Championship North-West 2022 has started in Ivory Coast. The city of Abidjan will host from 13 to 15 October this first African qualifying event for next year’s World Korfball Championship in Taipei.

Image from the 1st match between Ivory Coast and Morocco – (c) Korfball au Maroc

The National teams of Morocco, Ghana and Ivory Coast are the teams that will compete during these three intense and exciting days.

This is the last updated match schedule:

The 2nd African qualifier will take place from 11 to 13 November in Lusaka, Zambia.

Daily results, videos, scorers and ranking will be available on worldkorfball.sport website: click here

YOUTUBE PLAYLIST WITH ALL MATCHES AVAILABLE SO FAR:

This event is organised by the International Korfball Federation and hosted by the Ivorian Korfball Federation.

UPDATED INFO AFTER DAY 3:

The last 3 matches of the tournament have been played, with the following final results, that proclaim Morocco as the team qualified to participate in next year’s IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 in Taipei. Congratulations!

  • Ivory Coast – Ghana (34-1)
  • Ghana – Morocco (4-25)
  • Ivory Coast – Morocco (13-15)
Palais des sports de Treichville in Abidjan, Ivory Coast

Updated final ranking:

1st – Morocco (4 W – 0 L) 12 points
2nd – Ivory Coast (2 W – 2 L) 6 points
3rd – Ghana (0 W – 4 L) 0 points

DAY 3 IMAGE GALLERY (By FIK and Eric Abale):

UPDATED INFO AFTER DAY 2:

Two games were played on Day 2, with the following final scores:

  • Ghana – Morocco (4-30)
  • Ivory Coast – Ghana (44-0)
Image from the 2nd match between Morocco and Ghana

Updated ranking so far:

1st – Morocco (2 W – 0 L) 6 points
2nd – Ivory Coast (1 W – 2 L) 3 points
3rd – Ghana (0 W – 2 L) 0 points

DAY 2 IMAGE GALLERY (By Golytof):

UPDATED INFO AFTER DAY 1:

The first day of competition ended with Morocco winning Ivory Coast by 17-10, with a fantastic ambience in and out of the field. The spectators enjoyed a very interesting match, where the experience of the Moroccan players was decisive to have full control of the game during the whole game.

Despite the efforts and good will of the athletic and powerful Ivorian players, the Moroccan team started leading from minute 5 until the end and securing their first win in this qualifying event.

DAY 1 IMAGE GALLERY:

Images by Golytof, Korfball au Maroc, Theo van der Linde and Manon Wiegerink.


PREVIOUS DAYS TO THE TOURNAMENT

Previously to the start of this tournament, several courses and clinics for players and coaches took place, together with special training sessions for referees and jury members. Practice matches and trainings were also useful to test all the necessary equipment for the tournament, as well as for local players and coaches, who were able to put in practice all the last lessons and technical advice provided by IKF instructor Theo van der Linde and tournament’s coaches assessor Manon Wiegerink.

Furthermore, a meeting with the President and members of the Ivory Coast National Olympic Committee took place last Tuesday, to talk about the current situation of korfball in this country and possible future projects.

Frank Buvens, as IKF Coordinating Officer for this championship, and IKF international referee & assessor Uğurtan Akbulut, joined the IKF delegation to run extra sessions with local referees and jurys and implement the last updates in the rules of korfball and the dual refereeing method that applies since 1 September 2022.

HOW TO FOLLOW

The official profiles of IKF Africa on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter will try to provide as much images, videos and information as possible from this tournament.

The videos of all games will be uploaded as soon as possible to IKF Africa Youtube channel, and also shared on IKF main channels.

All teams, participants and fans can join the conversation and share their content and support using the hashtag #AAKC2022 and #korfball.

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All-African Korfball Championships to be held in Ivory Coast and Zambia

IKF Africa today held its general meeting. In an online setting, 8 out of the 10 national korfball organisations in Africa were present, and elected Mr Tarirai Chadebah (ZIM) as their new President. Mr Younes Cherfaoui (MAR) was elected as Vice-President for the North Region, while Mr Kaluba Kangwa (ZAM) was elected as Vice-President for the South Region. Mr Nana Simplice (CMR) was elected as Secretary General. Mrs Dr Florence Gitau and Mrs Ottilia Kurebwaseka (ZIM) complete the IKF Africa Executive Committee.

IKF Africa General Meeting (online) 2022-05-21

IKF Africa General Meeting (online) 2022-05-21

In the meeting, it was also announced that the All-African Championships will be held across two different locations, allowing for the highest possible participation in the two main korfball clusters. Abidjan (CIV) will host the All-African Championship for the North Region, with all countries in ANOCA Zones 1-4 invited to take part. The event’s tentative dates are 22-25 September 2022. Lusaka (Zambia) will host the All-African Championship for the South Region, with all countries in ANOCA Zones 5-7 invited to take part. This event tentative dates are 10-13 November 2022. The hosting decisions are subject to the hosting contracts between the IKF and the national korfball organisations of Ivory Coast and Zambia being confirmed and signed in due course.

Over the past quadrennial, the IKF and IKF Africa’s focus has been on further strengthening the existing national organisation on the continent. Development is hence an important part of the strategy of IKF Africa, supported by the IKF Development Committee. In the meeting, IKF Development and Education Committee Chair Jorge Alves (POR) announced that preceding both championships, education activities for coaching and refereeing will be organised so that the presence of countries can be leveraged.

The meeting also confirmed the composition of the highly important IKF Africa Development and Education Committee. The IKF Africa DEC’s Vice-Chair will be Mr Anthony Amekudzi (GHA), and he will be joined on the committee by three very successful korfball developers on the continent, namely Mr Eric Abale (CIV), Mrs Sophie Kathewera (MAW), and Ms Ilham Teidj (MAR).

IKF President Jan Fransoo attended the meeting and guided the proceedings. He wished all newly elected officials good luck and lots of success in the execution of their important responsibilities.

South Africa and Zimbabwe qualified for IKF WKC 2019 in Durban, South Africa

Congratulations to South Africa for winning the gold at the IKF All Africa Korfball Championship 2018 hold in Harare, Zimbabwe, from 27 to 29 April 2018. Also congratulations to Zimbabwe for the silver medal. Their victory against South Africa was impressive and it demonstrates the great development of korfball in this country. We’re looking forward to seeing both teams compete at next year’s 2019 IKF World Korfball Championship in Durban, South Africa.

FINAL PODIUM:
1st: South Africa
2nd: Zimbabwe
3rd: Zambia

Also much appreciation for the team of Zambia, winning their first-ever medal at an All-African Korfball Championship. The IKF appreciates all their efforts in bringing a team to Harare.

Games, statistics and results: www.worldkorfball.org Game reports: https://korfball.sport/?p=14942

A lot of other activities took place around this event: clinics for (assistant) referees and jury members, friendly matches between schools from the neighbourhood, meeting with the representatives of the African National Korfball Organisations and the official General Meeting of IKF Africa that took place on Saturday, April 28th.

IMAGE GALLERY:
Pictures by Theo van der Linde & Corinne Buckland.

South Africa en route to winning African title, despite loosing to Zimbabwe [updated]

Zimbabwe beat South Africa yesterday for the first time in history in an official senior match (17-13), but is still headed to retain their African Championship title today as both Zimbabwe and South Africa face Zambia, which so far has lost all matches by a large margin.

On Friday, South Africa had beat Zimbabwe 20-16. Consequently, in their mutual result the teams were even in wins and in goal difference, so the decision on the ranking has come from the team scoring most goals in the winning match (South Africa scoring 20 vs Zimbabwe scoring 17).

Zimbabwe especially impressed with their leading scorers Tatenda Mupanduki and Nqobizita Billy Melusi, while South African veteran Werner Basson, who completed his 50th official international match for South Africa on Sunday, was decisive for their side.

If both teams do what they are expected to do today, South Africa and Zimbabwe will advance to next year’s World Championship in Durban (RSA).

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DAY 1 REPORT: Friday, April 27th, 2018

After a successful week with 30 participants from Zimbabwe for the coaching and referee course conducted by the Swan Fund chairman Theo Van der Linde assisted by Corrine Buckland, the tournament that would be decisive for places in the IKF WKC took a start with the match between the home team and Zambia.

Zimbabwe – Zambia 19-5

A very athletic home team of Zimbabwe had no trouble to beat a courageous opponent.

Both teams, eager to start after long preparing work from the local organising committee, played nervously in the beginning and missed many good scoring opportunities.

But then Zimbabwe, due to the difference in length of the male players, was able to keep the ball for long periods in the attacking zone. As a result the number of shots had to end in a clear difference in score and at half time (10-1) Spectators understood that the match was played.

Many substitutions ordered by the coach of Zambia brought no relief in the second half and it was obvious that Zambia would never be able to challenge the opponent. The final score (19-5) was a perfect reflection of the game.

Zimbabwe – South Africa 16-20

Those that left after the first match will regret their decision. The clash between the experience of RSA and the enthusiasm of ZIM was a spectacle.

With an even score after 10′ (4-4) and after 20′ (8-8) nothing could be said about the outcome of the match.

But then the uncomfortable match schedule forcing Zimbabwe to play two matches in a row, physical effort lead to uncontrolled patterns and the emotion was insufficient to keep South Africa from strolling away from their opponents. (12-16 after 15′)

A number of unnecessary penalties would give RSA the luxury to control the game towards the end.

 

DAY 2 REPORT: Saturday, April 28th 2018

Zimbabwe – South Africa 17 – 13 (8-6)

From the start of the second clash between the teams we saw good korfball with much speed and accurate shooting for a cheerful crowd to enjoy.

The athletic skills of Zimbabwe were amply deployed countered however by rhythm breaking tactical play of the opponent (6-4)

In the second period the home team could not maintain the tempo. Attacks would not last long because rebound was a problem.

South Africa became master of the game despite a serious injury of one of the key players.

In the third quarter we witnessed a revival of Zimbabwe. Another injury of a RSA player forced the coach to bring the first back in but as by wonder the team regained confidence (12-9)

Towards the end Zimbabwe had much ball possession but did not know how to make a profit out of it. There was no answer on the back defending of RSA until two long shots of the best attacker concluded the game.

Zambia – South Africa 8 – 22 (4-12)

Zambia with much goodwill could never disturb the opponent. Nearly half of the shots were defended which gives to think that there is a serious need for qualified instructors.

Werner Basson was highlighted because of his 50th appearance on the international scene. He again played a key role in the victory of his team.

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Day 3 Report: Sunday, April 29th 2018

RSA – Zambia 22 – 9 (8-5)

With the experience of the two previous days it was quite amazing that Zambia could keep up with the opponents and even were able to take the lead for a short period of time (2-3)

Because too many good opportunities were unsuccessful South Africa, too slow at that time, had trouble to create a gap.

In the second half Zambia made too many mistakes in defence and penalties for RSA did the rest.

 

Zimbabwe – Zambia 28 – 6 (10-5)

The atmosphere was tremendous during this game with a cheering crowd, a speedy game and much scoring.

Although it was to be expected that Zambia would have problems to trouble the opponent, there was no walk over.

Rebound however, both from tall male and female players, allowing attacks to last long made it difficult for Zambia to keep the gap as narrow as possible.

Zimbabwe, with netball girls and basketball male players, became undoubtedly master of the game with an overall supremacy in attack and defence.

If this team can be kept together for the next world championship, many Europeans will have to play their best game to keep Zimbabwe out of the top 10!

In the margin of the tournament Mr. Les Williams stepped down as the continental vice president of Africa. Chris Theijse was elected as the new president.

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Today starts the IKF All African Korfball Championship 2018

From March 27th to 29th 2018, the National teams of South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe will face each other at the IKF All African Korfball Championship 2018 (IKF AAKC) that will take place in the city of Chitungwiza, near Harare in Zimbabwe.

The Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex will be the venue where this three national teams will compete to become the next All African Korfball Champion. South Africa is the reigning champion.

Follow all games and results on www.worldkorfball.org

IKF AAKC 2018 MATCH SCHEDULE: https://korfball.sport/event/ikf-all-africa-korfball-championship-aakc/#tab-id-2

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Continental Championships 2018: Africa and the Americas

The year 2018 is the year of the IKF Continental Korfball Championships. Spread over the year all continents will celebrate their championship. An important year for all countries, because apart from ‘just’ competing for the continental title, the continental events are being used as qualification events for the IKF World Korfball Championship (IKF WKC) July/August 2019 in Durban, South Africa.

The first Continental Championship of the year is the IKF Pan-American Korfball Championship (IKF PAKC). This championship will be celebrated in Cali, Colombia. From Friday 2 March until Sunday 4 March the Colombian Korfball Federation is in charge of the organisation of the second edition of the IKF PAKC. With at least five countries participating, the first two teams of the event will automatically qualify for the IKF WKC.

The second Continental Championship of the year is the All Africa Korfball Championship (IKF AAKC). This championship will be celebrated in the city of Chitungwiza – Harare, Zimbabwe. From Friday 27 April until Sunday 29 April the Zimbabwe Korfball Federation is in charge of the organisation of the fourth edition of the IKF AAKC. With two secured places for Africa on the IKF WKC and South Africa being the host of the IKF WKC, only the best African team qualifies for the IKF WKC. In the case of South Africa winning the championship, also the number two of the African Continent will qualify.

The announcement of the other two IKF Continental Championships in 2018; IKF Asia-Oceania Korfball Championship and the IKF European Korfball Championship will follow in a later stadium. Both events will be organised later in the year.

U19 Korfball World Cup

A record number of 15 countries have entered the 21st U19 Korfball World Cup 2016 in Leeuwarden (NED). This important international korfball tournament for players under 19 will be held from 24 – 27 March in Kalverdijkje sports centre and the Cammingha sports hall in Leeuwarden and is patronised by International Korfball Federation (IKF). For the very first time Dominican Republic and Hong Kong China are among competing nations.

The official drawing of the pools (according the rules and ranking of IKF) took place on 26 January. The results are as follows:

Pool A: Netherlands, Portugal, Catalonia and RTC North*;

Pool B: Chinese Taipei, Czech Republic, China and Poland;

Pool C: England, Germany, Morocco and Hong Kong China;

Pool D: Belgium, Hungary, Russia and Dominican Republic.

* RTC North play out of competition

Winners of the 2015 edition were the Netherlands, followed by Belgium.

Teaser trailer U19KWC 2016: