Published on 07 Nov 2025

ISSF President Luciano Rossi Strengthens Ties with Egyptian and African Sports Leaders

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ISSF President Luciano Rossi met yesterday with Egypt’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, and the President of the African Shooting Federation Mr Hazem Hosny at the Ministry of Youth and Sports in Cairo.

The meeting focused on ways to strengthen cooperation in the development of shooting sport across Africa. Discussions covered athlete training, education initiatives, and opportunities to host future ISSF events in the region.

President Rossi thanked Dr. Sobhy for Egypt’s continued support of the shooting community and recognized the country’s key role in advancing the sport on the African continent.

The ISSF remains committed to working closely with African federations and national authorities to promote the values of excellence, respect, and inclusion in shooting sport worldwide.