Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has been elected as a member of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Executive Committee (EXCO). His tenure, set to last from 2025 to 2029, marks a significant milestone in his administrative career. Okraku secured the position unopposed, earning a place on the 24-member committee responsible for overseeing African football’s governance. His election is regarded as a testament to his leadership at the GFA, where he has prioritized transparency, grassroots development, women’s football, and youth programs since taking office in 2019. His new role at CAF provides an opportunity to further influence football policies across the continent while strengthening Ghana’s presence in African football administration.
Okraku’s rise to the CAF Executive Committee aligns with Ghana’s deep-rooted football legacy, positioning the nation to have a greater impact on key decisions affecting the sport at the continental level. His leadership at the GFA has been widely recognized for implementing policies aimed at improving the local football ecosystem, with a particular focus on talent development and governance reforms. As a member of the EXCO, he is expected to contribute to shaping CAF’s policies on club and international competitions, infrastructure development, and overall football governance. His election reflects the confidence CAF has in his ability to help advance African football, bringing his experience and vision to the broader decision-making process.
With this appointment, Okraku becomes the sixth Ghanaian to serve on the CAF Executive Committee, joining the ranks of past Ghanaian football administrators such as Ohene Djan, Kobina Hagan, Nana Fredua Mensah, Samuel Okyere, and Kwesi Nyantakyi. His inclusion continues Ghana’s tradition of contributing to African football’s leadership and policy direction. As he embarks on this new journey, expectations are high that his tenure will further strengthen Ghana’s footballing influence and drive meaningful progress within CAF. His ability to balance his role at the GFA while fulfilling his responsibilities at CAF will be crucial in ensuring that Ghanaian football benefits from his new position.
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