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English: Creating a comprehensive list of all African Taekwon-Do masters is challenging, as the continent is vast and there are many ITF Taekwon-Do practitioners and masters. However, I can provide a list of some of the more notable ITF Taekwon-Do masters across Africa, primarily focusing on those who have had a significant impact.

1. 1. 1. Notable African ITF Taekwon-Do Masters:

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. **Master Spartacus (Muhammed Jemal Hussen) - Ethiopia**

  - **Rank**: 8th Dan ITF Master
  - **Role**: Head of ITF HQ East Africa
  - **Contributions**: Master Spartacus is a leader in the promotion and development of ITF Taekwon-Do in East Africa. His dedication has helped spread the art in Ethiopia and neighboring regions.
  - **Achievements**: Organizing various events and leading teams in national and international competitions.

1. 1. 1. 1. 2. **Master Kiros (Kiros Gebregziabiher) - Ethiopia/Canada**

  - **Rank**: 7th Dan ITF Master
  - **Role**: Former instructor in Ethiopia; currently resides and teaches in Canada.
  - **Contributions**: Known for his role in building the Taekwon-Do community in Ethiopia and training several students who have become successful competitors and instructors.

1. 1. 1. 1. 3. **Master Richard Smith - South Africa**

  - **Rank**: 7th Dan ITF Master
  - **Role**: Founder of the ITF Taekwon-Do Federation of South Africa.
  - **Contributions**: Prominent figure in the development of ITF Taekwon-Do in South Africa. He has trained several students who have gone on to compete internationally.

1. 1. 1. 1. 4. **Master Thabang Legae - South Africa**

  - **Rank**: 7th Dan ITF Master
  - **Role**: Senior instructor and mentor in South Africa’s ITF community.
  - **Contributions**: Involved in developing and mentoring athletes at a high level and has participated in organizing national ITF events.

1. 1. 1. 1. 5. **Master Solomon Akuffo - Ghana**

  - **Rank**: 7th Dan ITF Master
  - **Role**: Head of the ITF Taekwon-Do Association in Ghana.
  - **Contributions**: Actively involved in growing the sport in West Africa and bringing more recognition to Taekwon-Do in Ghana.

1. 1. 1. 1. 6. **Master Mikhail Demidenko - Zimbabwe**

  - **Rank**: 7th Dan ITF Master
  - **Role**: Leading figure in the Zimbabwean ITF Taekwon-Do community.
  - **Contributions**: One of the senior figures responsible for the development and teaching of ITF Taekwon-Do in Zimbabwe, actively promoting martial arts across the region.

1. 1. 1. 1. 7. **Master Elvis Eduard Solis - Angola**

  - **Rank**: 7th Dan ITF Master
  - **Role**: One of the leading figures in the Angolan ITF community.
  - **Contributions**: Has been essential in the establishment of Taekwon-Do in Angola and building strong teams for competitions.

1. 1. 1. 1. 8. **Master Zaid Haji - Tanzania**

  - **Rank**: 7th Dan ITF Master
  - **Role**: Senior instructor in Tanzania.
  - **Contributions**: Instrumental in spreading ITF Taekwon-Do in Tanzania and mentoring students in the art.

1. 1. 1. 1. 9. **Master Joseph Onolememen - Nigeria**

  - **Rank**: 7th Dan ITF Master
  - **Role**: Head of the Nigerian ITF Taekwon-Do Association.
  - **Contributions**: Prominent in growing Taekwon-Do in Nigeria, including organizing training camps and championships.

1. 1. 1. Key Contributions of African Taekwon-Do Masters:

- **Promotion of ITF Taekwon-Do**: Most of these masters have played a significant role in the growth and establishment of ITF Taekwon-Do in their respective countries. - **Training and Mentorship**: Many of these masters have mentored national and international athletes who compete at a high level in ITF tournaments. - **Community Involvement**: Beyond martial arts, these masters have contributed to community building through discipline, self-defense, and moral education. https://psychiorry-scheaubs-shoury.yolasite.com/ https://dev-african-itf-taekwon-do-masters-union.pantheonsite.io/ https://dev-msmj.pantheonsite.io/ https://dev-witf.pantheonsite.io/ https://dev-itf-hq.pantheonsite.io/ https://my.secure.website/international-taekwondo-federation/ https://itftaekwon-domastersunion.godaddysites.com/

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