Tanzania junior swimmers ready for Africa competition
Tanzania top junior swimmer Peter Itatiro competes in the past event. PHOTO | FILE
What you need to know:
- The upcoming championships present a crucial opportunity for Tanzania to gain international exposure and showcase the country's talent on a prestigious platform.
Dar es Salaam. Seven swimmers will represent Tanzania at the 15th Africa Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Cote d’Or, Mauritius.
The event is scheduled to run from Wednesday to Sunday, showcasing the aquatic prowess of young talents on the continental stage.
The selected swimmers, Aryan BhattBhatt, Peter Itatiro, Michael Joseph, Juanita Viljoen, Naisae Flora Teggisa, Prince Ethan Imani Alimanya, and Nathan Amani Kagoro, will be under the guidance of head coach Alexander Mwaipasi. The Tanzanian contingent will also include officials, with Amina Mfaume, the technical director of the Tanzania Swimming Association (TSA), leading the way.
Inviolata Itatiro, the secretary-general of TSA, expressed confidence in the team's preparation, highlighting their rigorous training. She mentioned the swimmers' recent success at the Africa Zone Three aquatics in Kigali, Rwanda, where they secured a commendable second-place finish.
The upcoming championships present a crucial opportunity for Tanzania to gain international exposure and showcase the country's talent on a prestigious platform.
Itatiro underscored the significance of the event, stating that it provides Tanzanian swimmers with invaluable experience, exposing them to high-level competition and elevating their performance.
Beyond the quest for excellence, Tanzania aims to instill a sense of national pride through the swimmers' achievements in Mauritius.
Itatiro believes that their success will inspire youth and the community to embrace aquatic sports, fostering enthusiasm for water-based activities.
Furthermore, Itatiro emphasized the developmental aspect, expressing the association's commitment to nurturing talent within the country.
The championships serve as a measuring ground for the competence of Tanzanian swimmers on the African continent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill enhancement.
Looking ahead, Itatiro highlighted the promising prospects for Tanzanian swimmers. Participation in the Africa Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships not only offers a chance for continental recognition but also serves as a pathway for potential qualifications in prestigious global events such as the World Aquatics Championships and, ultimately, the Olympic Games.
The journey of these young swimmers represents not just personal achievements but a collective endeavor to raise the bar for Tanzanian aquatic sports on the world stage.
