President of the Ghana Weightlifting Federation (GWF), Jerry Ahmed Shaib, is currently in Mahebourg, Mauritius, where he is representing Ghana at the ongoing African Weightlifting Congress.

The prestigious event has brought together top officials and stakeholders from across the continent to discuss the future of weightlifting in Africa.

Mr. Shaib had the honour of engaging with notable figures in the global weightlifting community, including Mr. Khaled Mhalhel, President of the Weightlifting Federation of Africa (WFA), and Ms. Ursula Papandrea, First Vice President of the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF).

These high-level discussions have focused on enhancing collaboration, strengthening governance, and promoting athlete development across member nations.

“The Congress is an important platform for charting a united path for African weightlifting,” Mr. Shaib noted. “It’s a privilege to be part of these conversations that are shaping the future of our sport.”

The Congress is set to continue with an Electoral Congress scheduled for tomorrow 22nd April, 2025, where new leadership within the continental federation will be elected. This will be followed by an exciting competition that will see some of Africa’s finest weightlifters showcase their strength and skill on the platform.

Ghana’s presence at this event underscores its commitment to the growth and development of weightlifting, both locally and on the international stage.