Preparations for the celebrations of the 28th anniversary of independence of Turkmenistan are underway throughout the country; labour collectives and all citizens are preparing their gifts for the national holiday. The Ahal Velayat Chief Department of Sport and Youth Policy is making its contribution to the celebrations. It announced the Ahal velayat open kickboxing championships to mark the 28th anniversary of independence of Turkmenistan. The tournament will be held at the sports school in Anau from 20 to 22 September.