Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and 2nd Vice President of CAF, was among the distinguished football leaders who visited the FIFA Regional Office for Africa in Rabat on Monday, a day after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) officially kicked off.

AFCON 2025 Opening


  • The 35th edition of Africa’s flagship tournament began on December 21 at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

  • A spectacular opening ceremony preceded the Group A clash between Morocco and Comoros, played before a sold-out crowd.

Strategic Discussions


Okraku joined CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, and other top officials in high-level talks focused on:

  • Governance reforms

  • Youth and grassroots programmes

  • Infrastructure development

  • Deployment of FIFA Forward initiatives

These pillars are seen as crucial for strengthening African football and ensuring sustainable growth.

Ghana’s Influence


  • Okraku’s presence highlights Ghana’s growing influence within CAF and its alignment with global football governance.

  • He has consistently championed transparent administration, institutional capacity building, and sustainable development both domestically and across the continent.

Leaders’ Remarks


  • Dr Motsepe reiterated CAF’s commitment to deeper collaboration with FIFA and member associations.

  • Infantino praised CAF’s organisational progress and reaffirmed FIFA’s support for Africa’s ambitious football development agenda.

Looking Ahead


With AFCON 2025 underway and 24 nations competing until January 18, 2026, leaders like Okraku are positioned at the heart of strategic conversations that could shape the future of African football.

This moment underscores Ghana’s role not just as a competitor on the pitch, but as a key stakeholder in shaping the governance and growth of football across the continent.