The fifth ANOCA Athletes' Forum had the honor of Kirsty Coventry's presence this weekend in Namibia. IOC President-elect travelled to participate in this major continental event, which aimed to discuss the challenges faced by athletes, both in their careers and beyond. It was about his very first official event since his election.
“I am proud to be an African Olympic athlete, she said. I fully understand the journey, challenges, and triumphs of African athletes. This forum is a bit like a circle that closes for me, since as President of the IOC Athletes' Commission, I had the privilege of hosting the African Athletes' Forum in Zimbabwe in 2018. I was still there in 2023 and I am very proud to be alongside my fellow African athletes again. Whatever my role, I will always be an Olympian and I will continue to defend athletes and their representatives.
An important testimony since the African continent, which had never been represented at the head of the IOC, places a lot of hope in Kirsty Coventry. Next event on the former swimmer's agenda: the IOC Executive Board meeting on WednesdayIt will notably provide an opportunity to take stock of the activities of Los Angeles 2028 and the French Alps 2030.
