AFRICAN Confederation Mixed Martial Arts (AFCOMMA) | Official Establishment

The Global Association of Mixed Martial Arts (GAMMA) is pleased to announce the official establishment of the African Confederation of Mixed Martial Arts (AFCOMMA).

AFCOMMA was formally established on 13 October 2026 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, coinciding with the GAMMA African Championships 2026.

Its formation marks an important milestone in strengthening cooperation among national mixed martial arts federations across Africa. The confederation will provide a regional platform to support the sustainable development of the sport, strengthen governance, and promote opportunities for athletes, coaches, referees, officials, and Member Federations throughout Africa.

The inaugural leadership structure of AFCOMMA is as follows:

• President: Tape Jackson Parfait | Cote d'Ivoire 
• Vice President: Jeffery Taylor | Ghana
• General Secretary: Rodrigue Masuama Ndangi | Democratic Republic of Congo
• Executive Board Member: Said Faci | Algeria
• Executive Board Member: Dieudonne Mwizerwa | Rwanda

The Executive Board will work closely with GAMMA and its member federations to strengthen governance, organize international championships, develop educational programs, and create greater opportunities for athletes and MMA community across Africa.

GAMMA's President Shared Vision
Welcoming the establishment of the Arican Confederation, GAMMA President Mr. Tommy Paulus Hermawan reaffirmed the organization’s mission:
“Our mission is to unite the world through the discipline and spirit of Mixed Martial Arts. We are building a legacy of safety, honor, and global recognition.”
The newly established Confederation fully supports this vision and is committed to advancing the development of Mixed Martial Arts amateur across Africa through excellence, integrity, education, and international cooperation.

Strategic Priorities
The Executive Board has identified the following priorities for the coming years:
• Strengthen cooperation among African national federations.
• Expand the calendar of African championships and international competitions.
• Increase participation opportunities for youth athletes.
• Improve education and certification for coaches, referees, and officials.
• Promote integrity, respect, discipline, and athlete welfare.
• Encourage innovation and international collaboration to advance amateur MMA throughout Africa

Looking Ahead
The establishment of the GAMMA African  Confederation marks the beginning of a new chapter for amateur Mixed Martial Arts in Africa.
Working together with GAMMA and its member federations, the Confederation aims to create new opportunities for athletes, strengthen international partnerships, and contribute to a future where sport serves not only as a platform for competition, but also as a force for peace, friendship, education, and positive social impact.

GAMMA congratulates the newly appointed leadership and looks forward to working closely with AFCOMMA as it begins this important new chapter.

Together, we are building a stronger future for amateur Mixed Martial Arts in Pan America.