GFA Prez Appointed Chairman of FIFA Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Committee

President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has been appointed as the Chairman of the FIFA Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Committee, one of FIFA’s most influential bodies championing the fight against racism, inequality, and discrimination in global football.

The appointment, confirmed in a letter dated October 7, 2025, and signed by FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström, will see Mr. Simeon-Okraku serve as Chairman until 2029.

This recognition underscores his outstanding leadership qualities and his growing influence within international football administration.

Mr. Simeon-Okraku, who also serves as the 2nd Vice President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), continues to be a shining symbol of Ghana’s football diplomacy and governance excellence.

The committee will work under Mr. Simeon-Okraku’s leadership to strengthen FIFA’s global efforts in promoting inclusivity, respect, and equality in football.

This historic appointment not only highlights Mr. Simeon-
Okraku’s stature as a respected football administrator but also cements Ghana’s growing influence in international football governance. It stands as a proud moment for the Ghanaian football fraternity and a testament to the country’s continued contributions to the global game.

The Committee Members are:

• Mark Wade (Bermuda) – Vice Chairman

• Lorrelle Abrams
(British Virgin Islands)

• Irene Aguiar (Spain)

• Shaikh Hassan Al-Khalifa (Bahrain)

• Rivaldo Antonio (Guinea-Bissau)

• Bennett Bailey (South Africa)

• Paul-Claude Berude (Canada)

• Isayas Jira Bosho (Ethiopia)

• Marco Brunelli (Italy)

• Karina Chango (Ecuador)

• David Courell (Republic of Ireland)

• Milovan Djukanovic (Montenegro)

• Nilton Gusmao (Timor-Leste)

•Dong-ho Lim (Korea Republic)

• Abdulhakeen Mustapha (Nigeria)

• Rakesh Naidoo (New Zealand)

• Agnieszka Olesinska (Poland)

• Fabrice Shema (Rwanda)

• Bounyou Sisane (Laos)

• Gaston Uribe (Bolivia)