Mr Herbert Mensah of Ghana has been elected as the new chairman of Rugby Africa, the governing body of rugby in Africa.
This was at the Rugby Africa Executive Committee elections held on 18 March 2023.
Mr Mensah, who is known for his passion for the game and his extensive experience in sports administration, will lead the continent’s rugby governing body for the next four years.
In his acceptance speech, Mr Mensah reiterated his passionate vision for the development of African rugby.
He highlighted that his priority would be to continue the work he had already started, helping rugby progress and develop not only in Africa, but globally.
Mr Mensah emphasized his business experience and said he would apply it to Rugby Africa, to create revenue and growth opportunities for all member federations.
He said, “As we embark on this journey, I want us to introduce rugby as an alternative team sport, achieve financial independence and improve the World Rugby Elite programme. My aim is to make rugby Africa To create the gold standard for sports administration on the African continent.”
Rugby fans across the continent will be delighted by Mr Mensah’s vision, which aims to raise the standard of African rugby at the international level.
He added, “My vision for the next four years is to promote an all-inclusive competition structure that will provide members with equal opportunities to grow and develop. I look forward to building a positive and strong brand for Rugby Africa, promoting women’s rugby I am also determined to expand the program and provide a national stadium for each member association.
Mr. Mensah is a well-known figure in Ghanaian and international sports administration.
He has been the driving force for the growth and development of rugby in Ghana, and his contribution to the progress of the game in the sub-Saharan region has been significant.
His vast experience in sports administration and leadership, combined with his passion for rugby, puts him in a good position to lead Rugby Africa through its next phase of growth and development.
Under his leadership, we can expect to see greater investment in rugby development programmes, increased participation of African nations in international tournaments and greater visibility of rugby in the mainstream media.
Under Mr Mensah’s leadership, Rugby Africa is poised for growth and development, and his team’s collective experience and vision for African rugby bodes well for the continent.