Rugby Africa — continental rugby governing body marking 40 years of existence with commitment to developing the sport across Africa.
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As Rugby Africa marks its 40 years of existence, we celebrate the iconic late President of South Africa, Nelson Mandela, a great supporter of development and equality in sport on the continent. …
Mandela and the Rugby Africa Charter (2005): The Promise of Rugby for Every African ChildJoy Online
… And for me, it was May 9th, 2001” said Herbert Mensah, former Chairman of Kumasi Asante Kotoko and current President of Rugby Africa. …
Ghana unites to mark 25 years since May 9 stadium tragedy that killed more than 126 peopleJoy Online
… Speaking to Luv FM, the President of Rugby Africa stressed that those in charge of the team are ultimately public servants who must answer to the people. …
GFA must take responsibility if Black Stars fail – Herbert MensahThe Ghana Olympic Committee has appointed Rafatu Inusah, President of Ghana Rugby, as Chef de Mission for Team Ghana at the Commonwealth Youth Games, taking place October 29 to November 4 in Malta and Gozo. Her appointment recognizes her leadership in rugby development, grassroots sports, and sports administration in Ghana.
23 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Olympic Committee has appointed Rafatu Inusah, President of Ghana Rugby, as Chef de Mission for Team Ghana at the Commonwealth Youth Games, taking place October 29 to November 4 in Malta and Gozo. Her appointment recognizes her leadership in rugby development, grassroots sports, and sports administration in Ghana.
23 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah will speak at Unstoppable Africa 2026 during UN General Assembly High-Level Week in New York on September 21, discussing how better contracts, smarter scouting systems and stronger regional leagues can ensure African athletes' value remains within the continent's sporting institutions, clubs and communities.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah has joined the Advisory Board of African Collaborations Group, a platform developing sport and entertainment districts across Africa. He will advise on projects combining sports facilities with commercial and entertainment developments.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson, along with Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah and World Rugby Chief David Carrigy, will visit Zimbabwe from August 23–27 to support the Sables' preparations for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, their first appearance since 1991. The visit will focus on World Cup preparations, player welfare, governance, and rugby development in the country.
22 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Rugby Africa president Herbert Mensah said Morocco's FIFA World Cup campaign and strong African performances challenged stereotypes about African teams' tactical discipline and competitiveness, demonstrating that African football can compete with and defeat traditional powerhouses.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah praised African teams' performances at the expanded FIFA World Cup, noting that Africa's qualification of 10 teams marks a historic milestone and reflects the continent's growing competitiveness on football's biggest stage.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah has praised Ghana's tactical discipline and defensive organisation following the Black Stars' goalless draw against England at the FIFA World Cup, singling out Thomas Partey's midfield and defensive contributions as crucial to the result.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah has called on Ghanaians to unite behind the Black Stars as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup, stating the team represents the nation's aspirations and deserves unwavering support. Mensah urged focus on encouraging players rather than criticism, and emphasized that success will depend on team unity and the squad's ability to work together effectively.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Herbert Mensah, President of Rugby Africa, has been invited to participate in the 33rd Afreximbank Annual Meetings in El-Alamein, Egypt from 21–24 June 2026, where he will speak on a panel about sports as a driver of African industrialisation and developing the continent's sports value chain.
4 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Tunisia's Minister of Youth and Sports Sadok Mourali met with Herbert Mensah, President of Rugby Africa, Jonathan Webb, Vice-Chair of World Rugby, and other rugby federation officials.
20 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Rugby Africa marks 40 years of existence as the organization reflects on the Rugby Africa Charter signed in July 2005 in Johannesburg with Nelson Mandela present. The charter committed to developing rugby across Africa and ensuring every African boy and girl has the opportunity to play the sport, with rugby now one of the fastest-growing team sports on the continent.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana commemorated the 25th anniversary of the May 9, 2001 stadium disaster in Kumasi, in which approximately 126 people were killed and many others injured during a football match. The annual commemoration brings together those affected by the tragedy and has extended to include connections with families from other stadium disasters abroad.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Asante Kotoko Board Chairman Herbert Mensah has called for greater accountability from Ghana Football Association leadership ahead of the FIFA World Cup in USA, Canada and Mexico, stating that GFA administrators must answer to the people and "fall on their sword" if the team underperforms.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →