The IHRC Geneva Africa HQ has today sealed a resolution to partner with Africa’s traditional rulers to confer prestigious awards in recognition of excellence in African traditional sports. The awards will be presented at the IHRC African Indigenous Creativity Congress by the Head of Delegation (Africa) of the International Human Rights Commission, Amb. Dr. Tivlumun Innocent Ahure.
According to the Special Resolution adopted today September 9th, 2025, the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) Geneva has mandated its Deputy High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Head of Delegation (Africa), Amb. Dr. Tivlumun Innocent Ahure, to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with willing Royal Fathers across Africa. The MOU aims to facilitate the biannual organization of the African Indigenous Creativity Congress, a traditional premier event that celebrates Africa’s rich cultural sports heritage and creativity. According to Amb. Dr. Ahure, the first edition of the congress is slated for January 2026 in Accra, Ghana, following successful high-level discussions with Ghanaian stakeholders. This event promises to bring together African thought leaders, policymakers and creatives to share knowledge, showcase innovations and shape the continent’s traditional sports future.
Award Categories:
1. Lifetime Achievement Award for Contributions to African Traditional Sports
2. Best African Traditional Sports Association of the Year
3. Outstanding African Traditional Sportsman of the Year
4. Outstanding African Traditional Sportswoman of the Year
5. Innovation Technology in African Traditional Sports Award
6. Best African Traditional Athlete
7. Excellence Award for African Traditional Sports Promoters
8. African Traditional Sports Ambassador of the Year
9. African Traditional Sports Research and Documentation Award
10. Best African President for the Development of African Traditional Sports
This partnership aims to promote and preserve African traditional sports, while recognizing the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations in this field.
