The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) has appointed Rafatu Inusah, President of Ghana Rugby, as the Chef de Mission for Team Ghana at the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games. The games are scheduled to take place from October 29 to November 4, 2027, in Malta and Gozo. This multi-sport event will bring together approximately 1,200 athletes aged between 14 and 18 from 74 Commonwealth nations and territories. As Chef de Mission, Inusah will lead and coordinate Ghana's delegation.
Rafatu Inusah's appointment is a strategic move by the GOC, reflecting her significant contributions to sports administration, athlete development, and grassroots sports in Ghana. As a member of the GOC board, she serves on the committee's Games and Technical Committee and the Women’s Commission. Inusah is also the first woman to lead the Ghana Rugby Football Union and previously served as Secretary-General of the Ghana Triathlon Federation.
The 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games serve as a crucial platform for young athletes to gain experience and aspire to compete at senior international levels. The appointment of Rafatu Inusah underscores the GOC's commitment to empowering women and placing capable female leaders in high-profile positions within national sports governance. This move is expected to drive lasting transformation in Ghana's sporting landscape.
In addition to her appointment as Chef de Mission, Rafatu Inusah has been selected to participate in the International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program (ICECP) in the United States. This program, organized by the University of Delaware in partnership with Olympic Solidarity and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC), aims to provide advanced training in coaching, athlete development, and sports management.
The ICECP program is designed to expose sports professionals to international best practices, strengthening their expertise in sports development and administration. This training will further support Inusah's role within Ghana’s sporting landscape and the Olympic movement. The GOC views this opportunity as a way to enhance Inusah's capabilities in her role as Chef de Mission and beyond.
GOC President, Mr. Richard Akpokavie, highlighted the significance of Inusah's appointment, emphasizing the GOC's commitment to promoting women into leadership positions in sports. He described the choice of Rafatu Inusah as a strategic move to empower women and drive transformation in national sports governance.
The appointment of Rafatu Inusah as Chef de Mission for Team Ghana at the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games marks a significant milestone in Ghana's sporting history. With her extensive experience in sports administration and leadership roles, Inusah is well-positioned to lead Ghana's delegation and inspire young athletes as they prepare for the games.
Key points
- Rafatu Inusah, President of Ghana Rugby, appointed as Chef de Mission for Team Ghana at the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games.
- The 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games will take place from October 29 to November 4, 2027, in Malta and Gozo.
- Inusah will also participate in the International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program (ICECP) in the United States to enhance her expertise in sports development and administration.
