Osei Asibey Begins 4-Day Working Visit to South Africa as AFA President

Charles Osei Asibey, President of the Armwrestling Federation of Africa (AFA), has embarked on a significant 4-day working visit to South Africa to strengthen bilateral sports relations and advance armwrestling development across the continent.

Key Meetings with South African Sports Stakeholders

During his visit, the AFA president will engage with prominent figures in South African sports, including:

• The Minister for Sports and Culture
• The National Olympic Committee (NOC)
• The South African Sports Commission
• The South African Armwrestling Federation

These discussions will focus on creating pathways for African armwrestlers to compete at elite levels while strengthening the sport’s continental governing framework.

Media Partnerships and Championship Participation

A highlight of the visit includes meetings with SuperSport at Multichoice House to explore broadcasting opportunities that would expand armwrestling’s visibility across Africa.

President Asibey will also serve as guest of honor at the 2025 National Armwrestling Championship of South Africa (April 4-5), which will showcase the nation’s top competitors.

“South Africa is a pit and sanctuary for Armwrestling. We are excited about this visit and the opportunities it presents for the growth and development of Armwrestling in Africa,” said President Osei Asibey.

Diplomatic Engagement

The itinerary includes a courtesy call at the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria, reinforcing international sports diplomacy.

Expected Outcomes

The working visit aims to:

• Establish strategic media partnerships
• Enhance athlete development programs
• Strengthen AFA’s continental leadership
• Increase competitive opportunities

Source: Armwrestling Federation of Africa

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