KABUL (SW): A number of journalists gathered here on Sunday to mark the first ever congress of sports reporters in Afghanistan.
Under the banner of the Afghanistan Sports Writers Federation (ASWF), the congress attracted local and foreign journalists as well as government officials for this one of a kind gathering.
Sayer Zaland, head of the ASWF pronounced the occasion as an historic milestone for the sports and sports journalists. He added that the congress would pave the way to nurture sports journalism and coordinate sports related events in a better way. He noted that the ASEF strives to create opportunities for growth for sports and sports journalists in the country.
Dawa Khan Menapal, deputy presidential spokesman read the statement of the President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani on the occasion. In his message, the President facilitated the ASWF for organizing the event and assured the Arg (Presidential Palace)’s support for it.
Amjad Aziz Malik, the Secretary General of International Sports Press Association's continental section (AIPS Asia) said on the occasion that the Afghan sports journalists would be provided with training opportunities in Bahrain and Pakistan.
At the end of the congress, Zaland announced five regional ASWF committees and distributed certificates among members.
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