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Algeria Crowned African MMA Champions in Abidjan

The Algerian national mixed martial arts (MMA) team has secured the title of African champions following the continental tournament held in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. Algeria finished at the top of the general rankings, ahead of the host nation in second place and Burkina Faso in third. The Algerian delegation collected a total of six gold medals, one silver, and one bronze. Among the standout performers were Meziani Silia, Khima Melisa, Aya Chaouch Akram, Nebach Melisa, Montassar Boutouta, and Aziz Islam. Fadia Omrani earned a silver medal, and Amel Ben Aïmour took home a bronze. This achievement, managed under the Algerian Jujitsu Federation, underscores the significant progress of the discipline in Algeria and highlights the growing potential of its athletes on the continental stage.