Current Affairs - Persons - Discussion

On June 23, 2025, Kirsty Coventry made history by becoming the first female and first African president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). A two-time Olympic gold medallist and one of Zimbabwe’s most accomplished athletes, Coventry has long been involved in sports governance, including serving as Zimbabwe’s Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation. Her inauguration marked a significant shift in the IOC’s leadership, highlighting a new vision centred on diversity, inclusivity, and integrity. With outgoing president Thomas Bach stepping down after 12 years, Coventry’s rise signifies a generational and cultural transformation in global sports administration.