Herbert Mensah hails Africa’s rugby success, says continent’s sporting future is bright
Rugby Africa President and World Rugby Chair of Regional Associations, Herbert Mensah, has hailed the performance of African athletes at the Olympic competition in Senegal, describing the continent’s three-medal haul in rugby as a powerful demonstration of its immense sporting potential. Mr Mensah, who expressed delight at the performances of the participating African teams, said the achievements had reinforced his long-held conviction that Africa possesses some of the world's finest raw sporting talent, despite persistent gaps in infrastructure, athlete development and institutional support.