Delegations will be hosted at leading hotels in Casablanca, including Ibis City Center, Novotel City Center, and Ibis Abdelmoumen for referees. The UWW Bureau will be accommodated at the Hyatt Regency Casablanca.
April 29, 2025
@09.00 am
📍 Complexe Sportif Mohammed V
📍 Casablanca, Morocco
| Date | Time | Activity | Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 27, 2025 | All day | Arrival of delegations | April 28, 2025 | 08:00 | Medical examination & weigh-in for U17 |
| 10:30 | Qualification rounds & repechages for U17 | 16:15 | Technical conference | ||
| 16:45 | Opening ceremony | April 29, 2025 | 08:00 | Weigh-in for U17 | |
| 10:30 | Qualification rounds | 17:00 | Finals & Award ceremonies | ||
| April 30, 2025 | 08:00 | Medical examination & weigh-in for U20 | 10:30 | Qualification rounds & repechages for U20 | |
| 17:00 | Finals for U20 & Award ceremonies | May 1, 2025 | 08:00 | Weigh-in for U20 (WW & FS) | |
| 10:30 | Qualification rounds for Seniors | May 2, 2025 | 08:00 | Medical examination for Seniors | |
| 17:00 | Finals for Seniors & Award ceremonies | May 3, 2025 | 08:00 | Weigh-in for Seniors | |
| May 4, 2025 | All day | Final day of competition & awards | All day | Departure of delegations |
Welcome to the 2025 African Wrestling Championships in Casablanca, Morocco. This event unites Africa’s best wrestlers in a spirit of excellence and sportsmanship.
As President of the Royal Moroccan Wrestling Federation, I take pride in hosting this prestigious tournament in a world-class setting.
We thank United World Wrestling (UWW) and all partners for their support. Best of luck to all participants—may this championship showcase the strength of African wrestling.
➡️ Stay, Compete, and Explore
Official partner hotels are selected near the competition venue, with transport services for teams.
The African Wrestling Championships 2025 will bring together Africa’s best wrestling talents in Casablanca, Morocco. Covering Senior, U20, and U17 categories in Greco-Roman, Freestyle, and Women’s Wrestling, the event is set to be a premier showcase of skill and competition.
The tournament will also host the UWW Africa General Assembly, alongside technical conferences and referees’ consultations, fostering development and collaboration in the African wrestling community.
Teams will be welcomed at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, with accreditation handled at Ibis Casablanca City Center. The organizing committee will ensure smooth logistics for all delegations.
The event will feature referees from Category IS and I, with dedicated training sessions and evaluations before the championship. Courses will cover Levels I to V, ensuring fair and professional officiating.
A pre-event training camp will be organized from April 20 to 27, 2025, at Centre Sportif du Bourgogne. This camp provides wrestlers with an excellent opportunity to prepare for the competition under optimal conditions. The daily fee for participation is CHF 60 per person.
The championship will run from April 29 to May 4, 2025, with daily sessions starting with medical examinations and weigh-ins, followed by qualification rounds, repechages, and finals in the evening. The final day will conclude with award ceremonies and closing events.
Delegations will be hosted at leading hotels in Casablanca, including Ibis City Center, Novotel City Center, and Ibis Abdelmoumen for referees. The UWW Bureau will be accommodated at the Hyatt Regency Casablanca.
All final entries must be submitted by March 27, 2025. A participation fee of CHF 100 per senior athlete applies, while accommodation costs CHF 180 per day per person, covering full board services.
The championship will be held at Complexe Sportif Mohammed V, equipped with three competition mats and modern amenities. Athletes will have access to top-tier facilities, ensuring a seamless and high-performance experience throughout the tournament.
National federations must register their athletes before the March 27, 2025 deadline. Registration includes participation in the competitions and access to the provided facilities.
Casablanca, Morocco is set to become the epicenter of African wrestling as it hosts the highly anticipated 2025 African Wrestling Championships. Organized by the Royal Moroccan Wrestling Federation, this prestigious event will bring together top-tier athletes from across the continent to compete in Greco-Roman, Freestyle, and Women’s Wrestling. With world-class facilities, a dedicated training camp, and a special referee training program, the championships promise to be a landmark occasion for the sport. Wrestling fans and athletes alike can expect a week filled with intense competition, skillful performances, and a celebration of African wrestling excellence.
Complexe Sportif Mohammed V
H9H3+W84, Casablanca, Morocco
📞 Call Us: +212 663 188 143
📧 Email Us: mar@uww.org
