The World Karate Federation (WKF), a privately owned organization founded in 1970 and headquartered in Spain, governs international karate competitions. As of 2023, it employs approximately 10 people. The WKF's primary activity is the organization and oversight of spectator karate sports worldwide, encompassing various karate styles.

Revenue

Founded

1970

Headcount

10

Headquarters

Spain

Primary Segment

Martial arts

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

The World Karate Federation (WKF) President Antonio Espinós attended several events in 2025. On July 28th, Espinós attended the second meeting of the African Karate Federation (UFAK) Executive Committee in Abuja, Nigeria. The meeting, chaired by UFAK President Souleymane Gaye, took place alongside the 2025 UFAK Karate Championships. On August 15th, the WKF held a karate competition at the World Games in Chengdu. September 15th saw Espinós attend the Mediterranean Karate Federation Union (MKFU) Executive Committee and General Assembly meetings in Guadalajara, Spain, alongside MKFU President Bechir Cherif and Spanish Karate Federation President Antonio Moreno. Also on September 15th, WKF headquarters in Madrid welcomed Executive Committee members Davor Cipek and Davide Benetello. Finally, on September 16th, the WKF headquarters in Madrid received a visit from the President of the Turkish Karate Federation, Ercüment Taşdemir, who was welcomed by Espinós.

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