Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, president of the GFA, has been appointed as CAF’s second vice president, marking a first for West Africa.

A landmark CAF Executive Committee meeting at Accra’s Kempinski Hotel ratified the appointment, signifying a commitment to better regional balance and inclusivity in African football governance.

Okraku’s achievement marks a significant milestone. He is the first West African Anglophone to reach such a high-ranking position within CAF under President Motsepe.

Okraku’s promotion is more than symbolic; it signifies something significant.

This appointment also tackles the long-standing underrepresentation of the Anglophone bloc within CAF and FIFA, signaling Motsepe’s commitment to inclusivity.

Ghana’s hosting of the announcement underscores its historical impact on African football and its crucial part in the continent’s modern football transformation.

In his role as CAF’s Second Vice President, Okraku will help to shape the future of African football, promoting policies that support growth, unity, and advancement. His history of effective leadership in development and visionary reforms makes him a powerful advocate for Ghana and the wider West African and Anglophone areas.

The appointment of Okraku marks a turning point for African football, an era of diversity, unity, and visionary leadership.