Combat Sports in Africa

Kirsty Coventry Makes History: New IOC President

• Garmamie • Season 4 • Episode 4

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On March 20th, Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe became the first African and first woman elected as IOC President.

We break down her five key priorities from the IOC manifesto.
This is a simplified summary. For full details, read the official manifesto.

News release (includes manifesto):
 https://www.olympics.com/ioc/news/kirsty-coventry-elected-ioc-president-the-first-female-president-in-ioc-history

Bio:
https://www.olympics.com/ioc/mrs-kirsty-coventry

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