16/09/2026
Cairo, Egypt
16th Sept, 2026
Member Country Representative (MCR) RADO Zone V Annual Meeting ....
Member Country Representative (MCR) Regional Anti-Doping Organization for Zone V kicked off today in Cairo, Egypt.
Speaking during the official opening ceremony Prof Hazem Khamis, Chairman of the Board of Egypt National Anti-Doping Organization, reiterated the commitment of his organization and country in the protection of athletes’ rights and promoting clean sport in the region and Africa.
He also reaffirmed their continuous support to the region through regional cooperation protocols.
In conclusion of his speech, he wished the delegates fruitful deliberations and wonderful stay in Egypt.
Dr. Aya Nakitanda Chairperson of RADO Zone V and MCR for Uganda in her speech, she thanked the NADO of Egypt for hosting the MCR meeting for the second time, the first being in 2023.
She also mentioned that Egypt is a founding member of the RADO Zone V. She also wished the delegates a successful meeting.
Dr. Iman Gomaa CEO of Egypt NADO and MCR of Egypt also welcomed the delegates to Cairo and wished that by the end of the meeting resolutions and policies adopted must be implemented by member countries.
On behalf of the Minister of Youth and Sport in Egypt HE. Gohar Nabil. Dr. Ahmed Mukhtar undersecretary at the Ministry he conveyed a message of solidarity and cooperation from the Hon. Minster who could not be present due to the weekly ministerial meeting with the prime minister.
WADA Africa office is represented by Ms. Tsebo Mahlophe.
At this year’s annual meeting 10 countries are represented Including South Sudan, with the exception of Eritrea, Tanzania and Sierra Leone.