Ghana Athletics President Bawah Fuseini has been honored as the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Leader of the Year for 2024. The prestigious award celebrates his outstanding leadership and organizational excellence during the 13th All-Africa Games, held in March 2024 in Ghana.

Since taking office in August 2023, Fuseini has significantly elevated the profile of athletics in Ghana, earning widespread acclaim across Africa.

In a statement, the CAA highlighted the resounding success of the athletics events during the Games:

“The 13th All-Africa Games, hosted by Ghana in March 2024, were a triumph, with the athletics competitions emerging as the centerpiece of the event. The packed stadium and electrifying atmosphere in Accra rivaled major international sporting events. Recognizing this remarkable achievement, the Confederation of African Athletics is proud to name President Bawah Fuseini as the 2024 Leader of the Year.”

Fuseini’s visionary leadership has garnered international recognition for Ghana Athletics. His successful bid to host the 24th African Athletics Championships in 2026 further underscores his dedication to positioning Ghana as a premier destination for athletics on the continent.