The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) has appointed Rafatu Inusah, president of the Ghana Rugby Football Union, as Chef de Mission for Team Ghana at the 2027 Youth Commonwealth Games. The event is scheduled to take place from 29 October to 4 November 2027 in Malta and Gozo. Inusah expressed her gratitude to the GOC for entrusting her with this role. The appointment aligns with the GOC's commitment to women's empowerment and increasing female representation in sports administration.
The eighth edition of the Youth Commonwealth Games will bring together around 1,200 athletes aged between 14 and 18 from 74 Commonwealth nations and territories. Inusah described her appointment as a great honour and expressed her eagerness to serve with dedication, supporting young athletes and representing Ghana on the international stage. As Chef de Mission, Inusah will play a crucial role in leading Team Ghana at the multi-sport event.
Inusah is a member of the GOC board and serves on the organisation's Games and Technical Committee as well as its Women in Sports Commission. Her appointment as Chef de Mission is a significant milestone in her career, which has been marked by several achievements in sports administration. Inusah made history as the first woman to lead the Ghana Rugby Football Union.
In addition to her role at the Ghana Rugby Football Union, Inusah has previously served as Secretary General of the Ghana Triathlon Federation. She is also a member of Rugby Africa's Women's Advisory Committee. Inusah's growing profile in international sports administration has earned her a spot in the International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program (ICECP) in the United States.
The International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program (ICEP) is organised by the University of Delaware in partnership with Olympic Solidarity. The programme aims to develop future sports leaders and administrators. Inusah's selection for the programme is a further boost to her career in sports administration.
The GOC's decision to appoint Inusah as Chef de Mission reflects its commitment to women's empowerment and increasing female representation in sports administration. Inusah's leadership roles in various sports organisations demonstrate her capability to lead and inspire young athletes. Her appointment has been well-received by the sports community in Ghana.
As Team Ghana prepares for the 2027 Youth Commonwealth Games, Inusah's experience and expertise will be invaluable in guiding the team. With her dedication and passion for sports administration, Inusah is poised to make a positive impact on the international stage. The 2027 Youth Commonwealth Games will provide a platform for young athletes from Commonwealth nations to showcase their talents and compete at a high level.
Key points
- Rafatu Inusah is the first woman to lead the Ghana Rugby Football Union.
- The 2027 Youth Commonwealth Games will take place from 29 October to 4 November 2027 in Malta and Gozo.
- Inusah has been selected for the International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program (ICECP) in the United States.
