The Tanzania Kabaddi Sports Association (TKSA) has officially announced that it will hold elections for its leadership on April 25 this year at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium Hall in Dar es Salaam.
According to a statement from TKSA Secretary-General Stanley Mwadime, candidate vetting for various leadership positions will take place one day prior, on April 24.
Other election procedures will be provided and supervised by the Tanzania Sports Council (NSC), in accordance with the association’s laws, regulations, and constitution.
Clubs have been asked to submit the names of their three registered voters by March 27 and ensure that all registration procedures are completed in line with NSC and TKSA regulations.
“Those interested in the development and growth of this sport should come forward in large numbers to pick up nomination forms once the process begins,” Mwadime said.
He outlined the eligibility criteria for candidates. For the position of President, a candidate must be at least 35 years old, have experience in sports administration, a strong understanding of kabaddi, and fluency in both Swahili and English. Other positions require candidates to be at least 20 years old with experience in sports.
“All candidates must be Tanzanian citizens, have no criminal record or imprisonment exceeding three months, and be members of clubs registered with NSC and recognized by TKSA,” he added.
According to the constitution, the positions of Secretary-General and Treasurer will not be elected but appointed.
Nomination fees for top leadership positions are TZS 100,000 each, while candidates for commissioner positions must pay TZS 40,000.
The positions up for election include key leaders President, Vice President, and Technical Secretary each with one seat.
Additionally, ten committee members (Commissioners) will be elected to represent different areas such as players, competitions, rules, finance, women, youth, referees, training and technical matters, appeals, and former players.
TKSA expressed gratitude to all stakeholders and NSC for their support and cooperation in ensuring that the elections are conducted transparently, fairly, and according to proper procedures.
