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Kirsty Coventry Makes History as First Female IOC President

Coventry, who won two Olympic gold medals, takes over from Germany’s Thomas Bach, who has led the IOC since 2013.

Ssendaza Ismail by Ssendaza Ismail
March 20, 2025
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Kirsty Coventry just made history by becoming the first woman and first African to lead the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The 41-year-old former Olympic swimmer from Zimbabwe was elected today in Greece, replacing Germany’s Thomas Bach, who’s been in charge since 2013.

Coventry won the role after a vote against several candidates, including HRH Prince Feisal Al Hussein, David Lappartient, and Lord Sebastian Coe.

After her win, she shared her excitement, saying she never imagined this moment when she first started swimming in Zimbabwe. She hopes her election inspires others, especially young women, and sees it as proof that barriers can be broken. She also emphasized her commitment to using sports to unite and uplift people worldwide.

“I am incredibly honoured and excited to be elected as President of the International Olympic Committee! I want to sincerely thank my fellow members for their trust and support.”

“I am particularly proud to be the first female IOC President, and also the first from Africa. I hope that this vote will be an inspiration to many people. Glass ceilings have been shattered today, and I am fully aware of my responsibilities as a role model.”

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Outgoing President Thomas Bach congratulated Coventry and said he’s confident in her leadership as she prepares to take over in June 2025. Coventry will serve an eight-year term, leading the Olympic Movement into its next chapter.

 

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Ssendaza Ismail

Ssendaza Ismail

A blogger that gives you the latest news and gossip on the hottest local and international celebrities. Previously, Ismail worked as a System Administrator at Pearl VoIP & 3GTelecommunication UK for 6 months as remote Network operations center engineer (NOC). Let's talk, WhatsApp: +256753659743

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