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President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has officially been named the Second Vice-President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), marking an important moment for West African leadership in football.
His appointment was confirmed during a CAF Executive Committee meeting held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra. This move is seen as a big step towards bringing more regional balance and fairness to the management of African football.
This is the first time a West African Anglophone has reached such a senior position in CAF under the leadership of President Patrice Motsepe.
Okraku’s new role is not just a ceremonial title; it recognises his strong leadership in Ghana, where he has introduced major reforms to strengthen domestic football.
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Under Okraku’s guidance, Ghana has made impressive strides in professionalising its leagues, boosting youth development, and improving transparency and accountability within football administration.
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What Okraku's appointment means
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His appointment comes at a crucial time, following widespread concerns over the low representation of Anglophone countries in recent CAF and FIFA elections.
Okraku’s elevation sends a clear message that CAF, led by Motsepe, is committed to addressing these long-standing inequalities and promoting unity across different regions and languages.
The fact that the meeting took place in Ghana makes Okraku’s promotion even more meaningful. It shines a spotlight on Ghana’s strong influence in African football and its leading role in pushing for positive change across the continent.
As Second Vice-President, Okraku will now play a key role in shaping the future of African football, helping to guide important decisions and reforms.
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His track record of development-focused leadership makes him a strong voice not only for Ghana but for Anglophone and West African interests across Africa.