Kurt Okraku Appointed CAF Second Vice-President in Historic West African Milestone

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has been duly appointed as the Second Vice-President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), a historic West African leadership decision.

The appointment, ratified at a landmark CAF Executive Committee meeting at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, marks a powerful step towards greater regional balance and inclusivity in African football governance.

It is a significant moment in history, as it is the first time a West African Anglophone leader has attained such a high-ranking position within CAF under the presidency of Patrice Motsepe.

Okraku’s rise is not merely symbolic — it is a recognition of his thought leadership in Ghana, where he has championed sweeping reforms to revive the domestic football ecosystem. Under his leadership, Ghana has made remarkable progress in professionalizing leagues, enhancing grassroots development, and promoting transparency and accountability in football administration.

The timing of Okraku’s appointment is opportune, following widespread global concern over the underrepresentation of the Anglophone bloc in recent continental and FIFA elections. His elevation sends a strong message that CAF, under Motsepe’s presidency, is serious about addressing historical imbalances and fostering unity across linguistic and regional lines.

That the appointment took place in Accra, on Ghanaian soil, adds profound symbolism to Okraku's ascendancy. It underlines Ghana’s enduring influence on African football and its leadership in the continent's ongoing transformation.

As Second Vice-President, Okraku will now play a direct role in shaping major policies and initiatives that will define the future of African football. His track record of development-driven leadership, integrity, and progressive vision positions him as a powerful advocate for reforms — not only for Ghana but also for broader Anglophone and West African interests within CAF.

This appointment signals the beginning of a new chapter for African football — one where diverse voices are empowered, and unity, rather than division, drives the destiny of the beautiful game across the continent.