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WFF-WBBF in Africa
AFRICA NEWS

Today we received information from the President WFF-WBBF Africa TOMMY DU RAND.
Preparing for the most important 2010 International Am and Pro Bodybuilding and Fitness Event in Brusno Kupele (October, Slovakia), Africa goes on with the numerous WFF-WBBF International Contests.
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WFF-WBBF Headquarters Int Wrote:AFRICA NEWS

Today we received information from the President WFF-WBBF Africa TOMMY DU RAND.
Preparing for the most important 2010 International Am and Pro Bodybuilding and Fitness Event in Brusno Kupele (October, Slovakia), Africa goes on with the numerous WFF-WBBF International Contests.
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WFF-WBBF federation is very active in Africa:

WFF-WBBF Africa would like to get Botswana, Egypt, Kenya, Angola, Ivory Coast and many African countries to join WFF-WBBF, Please email tommy@wff. co.za for countries in Africa wanting to affiliate to our BODYBUILDING & FITNESS Federation in Africa.

WFF-WBBF information
1.1 General statement
The WFF-International is a Social, Non Profit Seeking International Sport Organization, based on the International Law, the IOC rules, the Constitution and Law of the Country of Registration of WFF-International and this Constitution
WFF is composed of National Fitness and Bodybuilding Associations and Federations governing sport of fitness in their countries as well as of other Regional Fitness Organizations.
The World Fitness Federation (WFF, WFF-International) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF, WBBF-International) cover the requirements of an International Sport Federation and both the WFF and the WBBF are officially registered. They are recognized and supported by the Sport Ministries and the National Olympic Committees of various countries.

1.2 Objectives of WFF-International – WBBF - International
• To promote, control and develop sport of Bodybuilding and fitness on an international scale.
• To promote an interest in and a dedication to a better health and fitness through physical culture, proper nutrition and physical training
• To develop and intensify friendship and co-operation among the WFF-WBBF national members, among Bodybuilding and fitness sport organizations from all countries
• To honor exceptional officials with special plagues, medals or certificates
• To co-ordinate and supervise the activities of the national Bodybuilding and fitness associations and federations. WFF-International – WBBF International decision is final in regard to any dispute that may arise between affiliated members
• To set up the rules for the fitness contests
• To organize international judges seminars and to appoint qualified judges
• To regulate and control official international fitness championships
WFF-WBBF Mission statement
In the sport of Bodybuilding and Fitness, we do not see race, colour, religion, politics or culture. WFF-WBBF is there for the sport of bodybuilding and fitness. Our foundation is not build on people, but God.
Tommy Du Rand, South Africa and Africa President, WFF-WBBF
WFF-International Official Information Only
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WFF-WBBF Headquarters Int Wrote:AFRICA NEWS

Today we received information from the President WFF-WBBF Africa TOMMY DU RAND.
Preparing for the most important 2010 International Am and Pro Bodybuilding and Fitness Event in Brusno Kupele (October, Slovakia), Africa goes on with the numerous WFF-WBBF International Contests.
WFF-International Official Information Only
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AFRICA GETS READY

Best Africa athletes participating at numerous contests are getting ready to the 2010 WFF-WBBF Am and Pro World Championship and “Universe”, that will be held on October 28-31 in Slovakia Brusno Kupele resort.
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AFRICA GETS READY
Best Africa athletes participating at numerous contests are getting ready to the 2010 WFF-WBBF Am and Pro World Championship and “Universe”, that will be held on October 28-31 in Slovakia Brusno Kupele resort.
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AFRICA NEWS
Today President WFF-WBBF Africa TOMMY DU RAND informed about Africa bodybuilders preparation to the 2010 WFF-WBBF Pro and Am World Championship and “Universe” in Slovakia (October 28-31, Brusno Kupele).

FOTO:
2010 South Africa Team Member to Slovakia
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1. WFF-WBBF information

1.1 General statement
The WFF-International is a Social, Non Profit Seeking International Sport Organization, based on the International Law, the
IOC rules, the Constitution and Law of the Country of Registration of WFF-International and this Constitution
WFF is composed of National Fitness and Bodybuilding Associations and Federations governing sport of fitness in their
countries as well as of other Regional Fitness Organizations. The World Fitness Federation (WFF, WFF-International) and the
World Body Building Federation (WBBF, WBBF-International) cover the requirements of an International Sport Federation and both
the WFF and the WBBF are officially registered. They are recognized and supported by the Sport Ministries and the National Olympic Committees
of various countries.

1.2 WFF-WBBF SOUTH AFRICA PRO CARD
· WFF-WBBF South Africa’s first “Pro Card” holder is none other than the well and truly deserving Philippa Lamont Wilkie
whose contribution to this sport is acknowledged throughout South Africa.
· WFF-WBBF offers you the athlete the opportunity to apply for a Pro Card which requires you to qualify for South Africa for the
WFF-WBBF World Championships where you would have to meet with the criteria set out by the world federation in order to
receive this status. You would be assisted and guided every step of the way by WFF-WBBF South Africa.
· On receiving a Pro Card the athlete would naturally be required to remain loyal to the WFF-WBBF Federation and represent the
Federation to the best of his or her ability.
· The athlete has the right to enter any WFF-WBBF open money show held in South Africa or any country in the world as
well as any Pro Show where they would be the WFF-WBBF representative.
· Any athletes willing to pursue this possibility would need to make an appointment to see Tommy Du Rand at the South African
Championships to be held on the 1st and 2nd October 2010 at the Carousel on the following cell number 082 460 6683.

1.3 Objectives of WFF-International
· To promote, control and develop sport of fitness on an international scale.
· To promote an interest in and a dedication to a better health and fitness through physical culture, proper nutrition and physical training
· To develop and intensify friendship and co-operation among the WFF national members, among fitness sport organizations from all countries
· To honor exceptional officials with special plagues, medals or certificates
· To co-ordinate and supervise the activities of the national fitness associations and federations. WFF-International decision is final in regard to any
dispute that may arise between affiliated members
· To set up the rules for the fitness contests
· To organize international judges seminars and to appoint qualified judges
· To regulate and control official international fitness championships

WFF-WBBF Mission statement
In the sport of Bodybuilding and Fitness, we do not see race, colour, religion, politics or culture. WFF-WBBF is there for the sport of
bodybuilding and fitness. Our foundation is not build on people, but God.

Tommy Du Rand, Africa President, WFF-WBBF
WFF-International Official Information Only
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WFF-WBBF AFRICA

Last year over 50 Africa sportsmen participated at the WFF-WBBF World Championships in Estonia.
This time best Africa sportsmen will go to the WFF-WBBF World Championship in Slovakia to clear up who is the best in the World.
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E.Sendriene Wrote:WFF-WBBF AFRICA

Last year over 50 Africa sportsmen participated at the WFF-WBBF World Championships in Estonia.
This time best Africa sportsmen will go to the WFF-WBBF World Championship in Slovakia to clear up who is the best in the World.
South Africa show thy is the best in the World Championships 2010 with 24 athletes in the top 3 in Slovakia
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA
+27824606683
+27119183243
tommy@wff.co.za
www.wff.co.za
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Today we received some news from Africa:

Dear Mr Daubaras,

Just a short thank you agagin for the succesfull World championships your had in Slowakey!

I am really sorry that I could not attend the Pro-show price giving...I had to stay with the athletes that went back that day (there were kids) . Tommy said you wanted to hand over my judges reward (diploma). Is there any way that I can still get hold of it as it will be very precious to me!

I hosted the South African Championships in October and have a CD with the most amazing foto's!

Do you have a adress where I can post it to, it is to large to put in a mail.

I would really like you to put some of it im the WFF- magazine as I worked really very hard and it was a huge succes!

may you have an awesome festive season!

Kind regards

Alet Lemmer
Wff/ Wbbf Norhtern Gauteng Chairlady
South Africa
WFF-International Official Information Only
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WFF secretary service Wrote:Today we received some news from Africa:

Dear Mr Daubaras,

Just a short thank you agagin for the succesfull World championships your had in Slowakey!

I am really sorry that I could not attend the Pro-show price giving...I had to stay with the athletes that went back that day (there were kids) . Tommy said you wanted to hand over my judges reward (diploma). Is there any way that I can still get hold of it as it will be very precious to me!

I hosted the South African Championships in October and have a CD with the most amazing foto's!

Do you have a adress where I can post it to, it is to large to put in a mail.

I would really like you to put some of it im the WFF- magazine as I worked really very hard and it was a huge succes!

may you have an awesome festive season!

Kind regards

Alet Lemmer
Wff/ Wbbf Norhtern Gauteng Chairlady
South Africa
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WFF secretary service Wrote:Today we received some news from Africa:

Dear Mr Daubaras,

Just a short thank you agagin for the succesfull World championships your had in Slowakey!

I am really sorry that I could not attend the Pro-show price giving...I had to stay with the athletes that went back that day (there were kids) . Tommy said you wanted to hand over my judges reward (diploma). Is there any way that I can still get hold of it as it will be very precious to me!

I hosted the South African Championships in October and have a CD with the most amazing foto's!

Do you have a adress where I can post it to, it is to large to put in a mail.

I would really like you to put some of it im the WFF- magazine as I worked really very hard and it was a huge succes!

may you have an awesome festive season!

Kind regards

Alet Lemmer
Wff/ Wbbf Norhtern Gauteng Chairlady
South Africa
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WFF secretary service Wrote:Today we received some news from Africa:

Dear Mr Daubaras,

Just a short thank you agagin for the succesfull World championships your had in Slowakey!

I am really sorry that I could not attend the Pro-show price giving...I had to stay with the athletes that went back that day (there were kids) . Tommy said you wanted to hand over my judges reward (diploma). Is there any way that I can still get hold of it as it will be very precious to me!

I hosted the South African Championships in October and have a CD with the most amazing foto's!

Do you have a adress where I can post it to, it is to large to put in a mail.

I would really like you to put some of it im the WFF- magazine as I worked really very hard and it was a huge succes!

may you have an awesome festive season!

Kind regards

Alet Lemmer
Wff/ Wbbf Norhtern Gauteng Chairlady
South Africa
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WFF secretary service Wrote:Today we received some news from Africa:

Dear Mr Daubaras,

Just a short thank you agagin for the succesfull World championships your had in Slowakey!

I am really sorry that I could not attend the Pro-show price giving...I had to stay with the athletes that went back that day (there were kids) . Tommy said you wanted to hand over my judges reward (diploma). Is there any way that I can still get hold of it as it will be very precious to me!

I hosted the South African Championships in October and have a CD with the most amazing foto's!

Do you have a adress where I can post it to, it is to large to put in a mail.

I would really like you to put some of it im the WFF- magazine as I worked really very hard and it was a huge succes!

may you have an awesome festive season!

Kind regards

Alet Lemmer
Wff/ Wbbf Norhtern Gauteng Chairlady
South Africa
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WFF secretary service Wrote:Today we received some news from Africa:

Dear Mr Daubaras,

Just a short thank you agagin for the succesfull World championships your had in Slowakey!

I am really sorry that I could not attend the Pro-show price giving...I had to stay with the athletes that went back that day (there were kids) . Tommy said you wanted to hand over my judges reward (diploma). Is there any way that I can still get hold of it as it will be very precious to me!

I hosted the South African Championships in October and have a CD with the most amazing foto's!

Do you have a adress where I can post it to, it is to large to put in a mail.

I would really like you to put some of it im the WFF- magazine as I worked really very hard and it was a huge succes!

may you have an awesome festive season!

Kind regards

Alet Lemmer
Wff/ Wbbf Norhtern Gauteng Chairlady
South Africa
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WFF secretary service Wrote:Today we received some news from Africa:

Dear Mr Daubaras,

Just a short thank you agagin for the succesfull World championships your had in Slowakey!

I am really sorry that I could not attend the Pro-show price giving...I had to stay with the athletes that went back that day (there were kids) . Tommy said you wanted to hand over my judges reward (diploma). Is there any way that I can still get hold of it as it will be very precious to me!

I hosted the South African Championships in October and have a CD with the most amazing foto's!

Do you have a adress where I can post it to, it is to large to put in a mail.

I would really like you to put some of it im the WFF- magazine as I worked really very hard and it was a huge succes!

may you have an awesome festive season!

Kind regards

Alet Lemmer
Wff/ Wbbf Norhtern Gauteng Chairlady
South Africa
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WFF secretary service Wrote:Today we received some news from Africa:

Dear Mr Daubaras,

Just a short thank you agagin for the succesfull World championships your had in Slowakey!

I am really sorry that I could not attend the Pro-show price giving...I had to stay with the athletes that went back that day (there were kids) . Tommy said you wanted to hand over my judges reward (diploma). Is there any way that I can still get hold of it as it will be very precious to me!

I hosted the South African Championships in October and have a CD with the most amazing foto's!

Do you have a adress where I can post it to, it is to large to put in a mail.

I would really like you to put some of it im the WFF- magazine as I worked really very hard and it was a huge succes!

may you have an awesome festive season!

Kind regards

Alet Lemmer
Wff/ Wbbf Norhtern Gauteng Chairlady
South Africa
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INVITATION TO WFF-WBBF<> USN MILLENNIUM GOLD PLATE 2011 BODYBUILDING CHAMPIONSHIPS, SOUTH AFRICA
(Attached the info for -WBBF<> USN MILLENNIUM GOLD PLATE 2011)

To Whom It May Concern:

Dear Sir/madam,

This is an invitation to you to come and compete in the USN MILLENNIUM GOLD PLATE BODYBUILDING & FITNESS CHAMPIONSHIPS in Springs Gauteng South Africa.

The USN MILLENNIUM GOLD PLATE will take place on the 9 April 2011 in the Springs Civic Centre, Gauteng South Africa.

Thank you, T Du Rand
Tommy Du Rand President WFF-WBBF South Africa and Africa
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA
+27824606683
+27119183243
tommy@wff.co.za
www.wff.co.za
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WFF-WBBF JUDGES SEMINAR AND WORKSHOP
PERSONS: INTERESTED TO BECOME A WFF-WBBF JUDGE & JUDGES ARE WELCOME.
ATHLETES: INTERESTED TO KNOW WHAT JUDGES ARE LOOKING FOR & LADIES PRE CONTEST PREP, YOU MUST ATTEND SEMINAR. 11 FWBRUARY 2011 :lol:
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA
+27824606683
+27119183243
tommy@wff.co.za
www.wff.co.za
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To whom it may concern 17 Augustus 2010 Re. Membership in the WFF-WBBF International Federation Dear Sirs, We are confirming that the National Federation of the Nigerian Bodybuilding and Fitness, represented by the President Dr. Rawlings Udochukwu, is the Official Representative of the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) in Nigeria. The Africa Federation gives all rights to
the National Federation of Nigeria to represent the WFF-WBBF Federation in Nigeria as well as to organize the WFF-WBBF Contests in the Country.
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA
+27824606683
+27119183243
tommy@wff.co.za
www.wff.co.za
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WFF-WBBF-SA Wrote:To whom it may concern 17 Augustus 2010 Re. Membership in the WFF-WBBF International Federation Dear Sirs, We are confirming that the National Federation of the Nigerian Bodybuilding and Fitness, represented by the President Dr. Rawlings Udochukwu, is the Official Representative of the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) in Nigeria. The Africa Federation gives all rights to
the National Federation of Nigeria to represent the WFF-WBBF Federation in Nigeria as well as to organize the WFF-WBBF Contests in the Country.

Good work of the WFF-WBBF Africa! Congratulations!
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We are confirming that the National Federation of the Botswana Bodybuilding and Fitness, represented by the President Sam Chimbombi, is the Official Representative of the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) in Botswana. The Africa Federation gives all rights to the National Fede...ration of Botswana to represent the WFF-WBBF Federation in Botswana as well as to organize the WFF-WBBF Contests in the Country.
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA
+27824606683
+27119183243
tommy@wff.co.za
www.wff.co.za
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WFF-WBBF-SA Wrote:We are confirming that the National Federation of the Botswana Bodybuilding and Fitness, represented by the President Sam Chimbombi, is the Official Representative of the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) in Botswana. The Africa Federation gives all rights to the National Fede...ration of Botswana to represent the WFF-WBBF Federation in Botswana as well as to organize the WFF-WBBF Contests in the Country.

I hope Africa will start playing great role in International Bodybuilding process. I wish You success!
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WFF-WBBF-SA Wrote:We are confirming that the National Federation of the Botswana Bodybuilding and Fitness, represented by the President Sam Chimbombi, is the Official Representative of the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) in Botswana. The Africa Federation gives all rights to the National Fede...ration of Botswana to represent the WFF-WBBF Federation in Botswana as well as to organize the WFF-WBBF Contests in the Country.
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA
+27824606683
+27119183243
tommy@wff.co.za
www.wff.co.za
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:lol: It’s my privilege and honour as the President of WFF/WBBF Bodybuilding Federation of South Africa to address every person who had any contribution to our success this year and from my heart I say “Thank You” and may you and your family be blessed and have an absolutely wonderful festive season and have a well deserved and good rest after what has been a hectic, yet successful year.
A special word of thanks and congratulations has to go out to the awesome athletes that presented themselves in a disciplined and professional manner both on and off the stage at every show that they attended. This truly contributed to the success experienced at these shows as you allowed the show organizers to get on with their jobs without any fuss or hassle. The conditioning and stage presentation was of the highest standard and allowed for one of the toughest judging years that I can remember. I’ve had judges coming to me after every show saying “This show was the toughest that they have ever had to judge”. Well done to the judges throughout South Africa for your commitment and help throughout the year.
I thank every Provincial Chairman for your professional outlook and contribution to the running of this successful year and for your amazing contribution at the AGM which has helped plan for the even higher success of 2011. I would also like to thank Shameen Adams for taking on the position of Vice President and look forward to our future relationship in what I know is his passion in life and the awesome contribution that he makes to our sport and to the athletes.
I would like to thank Northern Gauteng for putting together and producing an absolutely unforgettable SA’s and achieving what I thought would be impossible by bettering the SA’s of 2009 and I think that the venue at Carousel was a breakthrough in crowd entertainment. Well done.
The world championships saw 27 athletes represent South Africa of which 11 athletes walked away with first place and 5 that received PRO Cards, these results talk more than words and I truly congratulate every contender that represented our country so proudly.
I close this letter of acknowledgement by thanking the sponsors that contributed so generously this year to the shows held all over South Africa.
Watch this space. WFF/WBBF Bodybuilding Federation Africa is in the process of introducing our sport to neighbouring African Countries and will keep you posted during the course of 2011. This is exciting news.
What a year. Well done to all.

www.wff.co.za

REGARDS
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA & AFRICA
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TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA
+27824606683
+27119183243
tommy@wff.co.za
www.wff.co.za
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WFF-WBBF-SA Wrote::lol: It’s my privilege and honour as the President of WFF/WBBF Bodybuilding Federation of South Africa to address every person who had any contribution to our success this year and from my heart I say “Thank You” and may you and your family be blessed and have an absolutely wonderful festive season and have a well deserved and good rest after what has been a hectic, yet successful year.
A special word of thanks and congratulations has to go out to the awesome athletes that presented themselves in a disciplined and professional manner both on and off the stage at every show that they attended. This truly contributed to the success experienced at these shows as you allowed the show organizers to get on with their jobs without any fuss or hassle. The conditioning and stage presentation was of the highest standard and allowed for one of the toughest judging years that I can remember. I’ve had judges coming to me after every show saying “This show was the toughest that they have ever had to judge”. Well done to the judges throughout South Africa for your commitment and help throughout the year.
I thank every Provincial Chairman for your professional outlook and contribution to the running of this successful year and for your amazing contribution at the AGM which has helped plan for the even higher success of 2011. I would also like to thank Shameen Adams for taking on the position of Vice President and look forward to our future relationship in what I know is his passion in life and the awesome contribution that he makes to our sport and to the athletes.
I would like to thank Northern Gauteng for putting together and producing an absolutely unforgettable SA’s and achieving what I thought would be impossible by bettering the SA’s of 2009 and I think that the venue at Carousel was a breakthrough in crowd entertainment. Well done.
The world championships saw 27 athletes represent South Africa of which 11 athletes walked away with first place and 5 that received PRO Cards, these results talk more than words and I truly congratulate every contender that represented our country so proudly.
I close this letter of acknowledgement by thanking the sponsors that contributed so generously this year to the shows held all over South Africa.
Watch this space. WFF/WBBF Bodybuilding Federation Africa is in the process of introducing our sport to neighbouring African Countries and will keep you posted during the course of 2011. This is exciting news.
What a year. Well done to all.

www.wff.co.za

REGARDS
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA & AFRICA
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beautiful words!
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Tommy Du Rand Africa President and Shamim Hussein from Zimbabwe had a meeting yesterday 21 December 2010, where it was decided that Shamim will be the President and Official Representative of the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) in Zimbabwe. The Africa Federation gives all rights to the National Federation of Zimbabwe to represent the WFF-WBBF Federation in Zimbabwe as well as to organize the WFF-WBBF Contests in the Country. :idea:

I wish Shamim all the best.

:arrow: WFF-WBBF in Africa is growing day by day. :lol:

REGARDS
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA & AFRICA
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA
+27824606683
+27119183243
tommy@wff.co.za
www.wff.co.za
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WFF-WBBF-SA Wrote:Tommy Du Rand Africa President and Shamim Hussein from Zimbabwe had a meeting yesterday 21 December 2010, where it was decided that Shamim will be the President and Official Representative of the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) in Zimbabwe. The Africa Federation gives all rights to the National Federation of Zimbabwe to represent the WFF-WBBF Federation in Zimbabwe as well as to organize the WFF-WBBF Contests in the Country. :idea:

I wish Shamim all the best.

:arrow: WFF-WBBF in Africa is growing day by day. :lol:

REGARDS
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA & AFRICA

This means, thet the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) have already 96 Country-members.
Good work.
Congratulations!
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edita_wff Wrote:
WFF-WBBF-SA Wrote:Tommy Du Rand Africa President and Shamim Hussein from Zimbabwe had a meeting yesterday 21 December 2010, where it was decided that Shamim will be the President and Official Representative of the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) in Zimbabwe. The Africa Federation gives all rights to the National Federation of Zimbabwe to represent the WFF-WBBF Federation in Zimbabwe as well as to organize the WFF-WBBF Contests in the Country. :idea:

I wish Shamim all the best.

:arrow: WFF-WBBF in Africa is growing day by day. :lol:

REGARDS
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA & AFRICA

This means, thet the World Fitness Federation (WFF) and the World Body Building Federation (WBBF) have already 96 Country-members.
Good work.
Congratulations!

Thank you Mr President
Yes there are 3 more for 2011. I will go to these countries in January 2011 run out of time for 2010
TOMMY DU RAND
WFF-WBBF PRESIDENT SOUTH AFRICA
+27824606683
+27119183243
tommy@wff.co.za
www.wff.co.za
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