CAF 2nd Vice President Kurt Okraku appointed Chairman of FIFA Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Committee
The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and CAF 2nd Vice President, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has been appointed Chairman of FIFA’s Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Committee.
The appointment is a landmark achievement for Ghanaian and African football.
The appointment, confirmed by FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafström, highlights Kurt Okraku’s growing stature in world football and his strong advocacy for inclusivity and equality within the sport.
The 22-member global committee, which will serve a four-year term, is responsible for preventing, investigating, and addressing cases of racism and discrimination across FIFA’s member associations, clubs, and competitions. Bermuda FA President Mark Wade has been named Deputy Chairperson, while Mariano Araneta of the Philippines will serve as the FIFA Council representative.
The committee also includes notable members such as A.U. Mustapha (SAN) of Nigeria, Lorrelle Abrams (British Virgin Islands), Irene Aguiar (Spain), Rivaldo Antonio (Guinea-Bissau), and Bennett Bailey (South Africa), among others.
In a further boost to Ghana’s presence in global football governance, Prosper Harrison Addo, General Secretary of the GFA, has been appointed to FIFA’s Legal Committee.
FIFA’s Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Committee plays a vital role in promoting diversity, upholding human rights, and ensuring fair play within the global game.
Kurt Okraku’s appointment is a testament to his leadership and unwavering commitment to integrity, equality, and the advancement of football in Africa and beyond.
