The Ghana Rugby Football Union (GRFU) has congratulated its president, Rafatu Inusah, on earning a Postgraduate Certificate in International Sports Management from the University of London.
Her academic success follows another historic event: she was elected to the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) Board, demonstrating her growing leadership and influence in Ghanaian sports.
From the rough fields of rugby to the highest levels of sports governance, Rafatu’s journey has been an incredible story of tenacity, vision, and purpose.
Her rise not only demonstrates her ambition but also acts as a source of motivation for many, especially young girls and women who want to pursue careers in sports.
The GRFU praised her two achievements in a statement, calling them significant achievements demonstrating individual brilliance and a larger trend in Ghanaian sports towards inclusive leadership.
“Your journey from the fields of rugby to the highest echelons of sports leadership in Ghana is an inspiration to us all — especially the young girls and women who now know that no dream is too bold, and no ambition too high.”
Both the Ghana Triathlon Federation and the Ghana Rugby Football Union have made significant strides under Rafatu’s leadership, which has been characterised by international partnerships, gender-focused policies, and grassroots development to transform Ghana’s sporting landscape.
“Now, with your voice at the Ghana Olympic Committee, we are confident that a new era of equity, opportunity, and excellence is upon us.”
The GRFU highlighted her dedication to lifelong learning and excellence in sports administration during her graduation celebration. These attributes are essential in shaping the future of sports leadership.
“We are incredibly proud of you, Rafatu! Your victory is ours, and your vision is the future we believe in. Shine on, trailblazer! The world is watching — and cheering!”
Rafatu Inusah is now one of the many female leaders who are changing the discourse in Ghana regarding sports governance.
Her dual accomplishments, academic and electoral, mark a turning point in Ghanaian sports’ quest for professionalism, equity, and advancement.
