The Tanzania Para Swimming Association (TPSA) is seeking TZS 15.6 million to organize the third National Swimming Talent Identification Competition for athletes with disabilities.
The event is scheduled for October 11 at the Shaaban Robert Secondary School pool in Dar es Salaam.
TPSA Secretary-General Ramadhan Namkoveka has urged companies, institutions, and individuals to support the competition, either through financial contributions or by providing equipment.
He emphasized that the support would not only ensure the success of the event but also help develop para-swimming in Tanzania and prepare athletes for major international competitions, including the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.
“With your support, we can transform the lives of our swimmers and put Tanzania firmly on the international sports map,” Namkoveka said.
The competition aims to identify new swimming talents among athletes with physical and visual disabilities, enhance their skills, encourage wider participation, and raise public awareness about the importance of sports for persons with disabilities.
Namkoveka also highlighted that one of the competition’s key objectives is to form a national team that will represent Tanzania in international events, including the Paralympics.
He called on athletes with disabilities from across the country, including those outside Dar es Salaam, to register and take part, noting that a larger turnout increases the chances of discovering new talents for the national team.
“We encourage all swimmers to start training and prepare fully so we can continue raising the standard of our competitions each year,” he added.
The registration window is currently open and closes on September 29. TPSA is encouraging all eligible athletes to seize this opportunity to showcase their skills and talents.
