Women Sports Africa Network

Women in Sport Africa Network (WSAN) is an independent platform mobilizing collective action to advance and celebrate women in sport across Africa.

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

We congratulate the exceptional 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports who are transforming the landscape of sports across Africa and the diaspora.

Read more about them: https://t.co/rTOaCwr5Xw

#50MIAAwards #WomenInSports

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

Join us today in the official webinar launch of the CIFSA conference which will take place from 7-9th December in Dakar.

Today’ s webinar link: https://t.co/grE5FYEw7r

#WomenInSport

[JJ @JJ_Odhiambo_]

Updates LinkedIn 🤗

Honoured to be the first female in Kenya and among the first few females in Africa 🖤🖤

Forever grateful to @MwambaRFC and @OfficialKRU for the opportunity to serve in this sport 🙏🏿

And of course @NakuruRFC, where it all started 💚

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT:

Ndeye Diarra is the founder of #AfricaScores, a groundbreaking platform dedicated to amplifying African sports businesses and connecting them with global audiences.

Read more: https://t.co/bwqZOCH3W9

#AfricaSportsScience #WomenInSports #50MIAAWARDS

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT:

@julietbawuah is an award-winning Ghanaian sports journalist, media executive, and founder of the Africa Women's Sports Summit.

Read more: https://t.co/T3PHp3V7xk

#AfricaSportsScience #WomenInSports #50MIAAWARDS

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT:

Janet Nana Akua Amankwaa is a pioneering Ghanaian sports journalist, recognized for her compelling human interest stories that highlight African athletes.

Read more: https://t.co/pjjy6JGF78

#AfricaSportsScience #WomenInSports #50MIAAWARDS

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT:

Rebecca Eliot is a visionary African sports innovator and founder of Protouch Africa, a platform providing financial support and mentorship.

Read more: https://t.co/c9A8efnjYQ

#AfricaSportsScience #WomenInSports #50MIAAWARDS

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT:

Bernice Macharia is a visionary leader and innovator in sports marketing, serving as CEO of Momentum Sports Africa.

Read more: https://t.co/IH5XAGemDU

#AfricaSportsScience #WomenInSports #50MIAAWARDS

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT:

Phatsimo Ruele, former Botswana No. 1 tennis player and NCAA Division I scholar-athlete, is a diaspora leader shaping African sports from abroad.

Read more: https://t.co/uVeMq9y7AM

#50MIAAWARDS #WomenInSports #Botswana

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

Africa Sports Ventures Group (ASVG), in partnership with Women Sports Africa Network (WSAN), is proud to announce the 2025 edition of the 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports (50MIA) Awards on November 6th - 8th, 2025, at the prestigious Sankara Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT:

Geraldine Robert Yema: Diaspora
Legend Elevating African
Basketball.

Read more: https://t.co/jV2iHMa4Mc

#AfricaSportsScience #WomenInSports #50MIAAWARDS

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

Vote for the 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports Legends Impact & Diaspora Awards Category.

This prestigious award recognizes retired athletes who are making a lasting impact in their communities.

Vote here: https://t.co/zNCEG89trC

#50MostInfluentialAfricanWomen

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

🔈Voting is open for the 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports Awards 2025.

🗳️ Cast your vote on our Facebook group from Aug 1-21st. Link: https://t.co/QRp9W9ME0e

Winners will be revealed on Nov 8 at Sankara Hotel, Nairobi.

#50MIA2025 #AfricanWomenInSports

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

Pan African Women’s Day Webinar.

We’re celebrating today with a powerful conversation on “Rooted in Greatness: Advancing African Women’s Leadership and Legacy in Sport.”

📅 Date: 31st July, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM GMT
📍 Online via Zoom (ID: 875 5734 7052 | Passcode: 231264)

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

On Africa Day, we celebrate the resilience and triumphs of African women in sports, pushing boundaries and demanding justice in every arena. True equity means ensuring African women athletes have the same opportunities, recognition, and respect on and off the field. #AfricaDay

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

@IWGWomenSport @pangalamin1 @AfricaSVG @RugiganaJC @ytannia MEET THE JURY- Rania El Rafie

Stay tuned to our various accounts and the ‘50 Most Influential Africa Women In Sports’ website https://t.co/f4ocBApcB4 for more updates on the nominations.

#50MIA2025 #AfricanWomenInSports

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

WSAN in collaboration with @AfricaSVG
are delighted to announce the jurors for the ‘50 Most Influential African Women in Sports”.

Meet Sebine Malik

Nominate an African woman doing amazing work in the sports space vie https://t.co/R2YVpAAbzx

#50MIA2025 #AfricanWomenInSports

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

@IWGWomenSport @pangalamin1 @AfricaSVG @RugiganaJC @ytannia MEET THE JURY- Dr. Maha Zaoui

Stay tuned to our various accounts and the ‘50 Most Influential Africa Women In Sports’ website https://t.co/f4ocBApcB4 for more updates on the nominations.

#50MIA2025 #AfricanWomenInSports

[Women Sports Africa Network @WSAfrika]

Today, we honour the incredible women who nurture, lead, and inspire; on and off the field.

To the mothers who raise champions, break barriers, and redefine strength every day, we see you, we celebrate you, and we thank you.

Happy Mother’s Day from WSAN