The Congress was for African interests – S G Cycling Federation.
The Secretary General of the Ghana Cycling Federation, Mr Mohammed Shaaban is expected to arrive in Ghana today after participating in a two-day Confederation of African Cycling (CAC) Congress in Nairobi, Kenya.
Mr. Shaaban, who doubles as the President of the UCI Paracycling Commission, also engaged in collaborations geared toward developing cycling in Ghana.
The experienced cycling administrator took part in discussions with delegates from other countries as part of efforts to collaborate and develop cycling in the continent as a whole.
In attendance was the Union Cycliste International (UCI) President, Mr. David Lappertient, and UCI Vice President, Dr. Waggih Azzam.
The agenda for the meeting was to discuss tools and resources for national federations and the UCI Solidarity Programme.
UCI Cycling Satellite centers in Africa were also on the table for discussions while notable Africa Road Organiser, Laurent Beizaut threw light on Road Security and Organisation.
According to Shaaban, the meeting was necessary as Ghana and the world prepare for the World Cycling Championships in August.
“It was a big platform to share ideas and discuss measures towards the growth of cycling in Ghana and the continent”.
With about three months to go, he said, representatives were excited about the event and were looking forward to competing for glory in the global showpiece.
Story by George Opoku Boateng – Ahotoronline
