The 4th General Assembly of the World Camel Sports Federation, chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Fahad bin Khalawi bin Abdulaziz bin Musaed, marked a milestone in the global expansion of the sport by approving 19 new national federations as full members. Held in the historic city of Olympia, Greece, the assembly reflected an important step in the goal of positioning camel racing as an internationally recognised sport.
With an ambitious agenda, the meeting included workshops and continental meetings designed to foster the growth of the sport and strengthen its cultural and traditional values.
A SPORT THAT TRANSCENDS BORDERS
During the assembly, key decisions were made, including modernising the federation’s constitution to improve governance structures, expand committee responsibilities and facilitate virtual meetings. These measures are aimed at greater participation and streamlined decision-making, strengthening the federation’s role at the global level.
Prince Fahad underlined the importance of this moment, highlighting the commitment of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince in promoting this historic sport. “The decisions taken represent a transformative step for camel sports. The sport is not just a competition, but a cultural tradition that fosters connection between nations,” he said.
GLOBAL INITIATIVES
Among the plans presented, the federation announced global initiatives including the organisation of races on all continents. In addition, a programme was presented to support member federations in the development of the sport, ensuring its sustainable growth and international appeal.
In another major announcement, it was confirmed that Marrakech, Morocco, will host the next General Assembly in 2025. This decision underlines Africa’s pivotal role in the development of camel racing and reaffirms the federation’s commitment to the continent.
PARTNERSHIP WITH UNESCO
The assembly also highlighted the importance of international partnerships, such as the collaboration with UNESCO to promote integrity in sport and the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) to promote camel racing on the continent. The federation also announced a partnership with THF to develop sport and humanitarian initiatives in refugee camps.
The assembly concluded by highlighting the federation’s commitment to the advancement of camel racing as a sport that honours its cultural roots. The next stage, marked by the meeting in Morocco in 2025, promises to further consolidate the role of camel racing as a bridge between cultures and nations.
