DAR ES SALAAM, Nov. 28 -- THE 7th edition of the Womens Athletics Championship officially kicks off in Dar es Salaam today, uniting 155 female athletes from 31 regions across mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar in a powerful showcase of talent, determination and sporting excellence.

The two-day event running from today through tomorrow at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium will be preceded by a special seminar for athletes and referees later this afternoon, aimed at ensuring a well-coordinated, competitive and professionally managed championship.

The opening ceremony is expected to be graced by the Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Palamagamba Kabudi, along with representatives from Japan, JICA, the Tanzania Athletics Federation, a...