Charles Osei Asibey, the President of the Armwrestling Federation of Africa (AFA), is actively working to enhance the sport’s development across the continent as part of his ongoing efforts to grow armwrestling globally.
Recently, Asibey held a crucial meeting with Barry Hendricks, the President of the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASSCOC), at the Olympic House in South Africa. The discussion revolved around plans for the 2027 African Games, with a focus on expanding armwrestling’s footprint in international competitions.
In his interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA) Sports, Asibey described the meeting as productive, noting the shared commitment to armwrestling’s growth in Africa.
The discussions were centered not only on preparations for the upcoming African Games but also on supporting the South African Armwrestling Federation’s efforts to organize local and international events.
“Today’s meeting with President Hendricks was a milestone. We are excited about the future of armwrestling, and we are aligned on our goals to elevate the sport in Africa and beyond,” Asibey remarked. “As a federation, we play a critical role in the development of sports across the continent, and I believe we are on the right path to achieving great things.”
The inclusion of armwrestling in the 13th African Games, held for the first time under Asibey’s leadership, marked a significant turning point for the sport, positioning it as one of Africa’s fastest-growing athletic disciplines.
This momentous inclusion demonstrates the growing recognition of armwrestling as a competitive and popular sport across the continent.
As part of his four-day tour in South Africa, Asibey is keen to continue forging stronger relationships with key stakeholders.
His visit is designed not only to enhance cooperation but also to explore potential partnerships that will help armwrestling thrive globally. In the coming days, Asibey is scheduled to meet with South Africa’s Minister for Sports and Culture, following previous engagements with Ghana’s Ambassador to South Africa, Mr. Japhet Ofosu Appiah.
Asibey’s commitment to nurturing the sport and fostering bilateral ties between nations highlights his strategic vision for armwrestling’s future. By working closely with other federations and key sports leaders, the AFA President is determined to establish armwrestling as a leading sport on the world stage.
