Kirsty Coventry Inaugurated as First Female and African IOC President
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Date | June 23, 2025 |
| Occasion | 131st anniversary of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) |
| Historic Inauguration | Kirsty Coventry becomes first female and first African IOC President |
| Location | Olympic House, Lausanne, Switzerland |
| Handover Symbol | Received symbolic Olympic key from outgoing president Thomas Bach |
| Term Duration | Eight-year presidency for Coventry |
| Kirsty Coventry's Background | Two-time Olympic gold medallist, former Zimbabwean Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation |
| Outgoing President | Thomas Bach (served 12-year term), now Honorary President |
| Ceremony Highlights | Temporary structure inspired by Paris's Grand Palais (nod to 2024 Olympics) |
| Coventry's Leadership Focus | Inclusivity, athlete empowerment, collaborative decision-making |
| Immediate Priorities | Closed-door session with 100 IOC members to discuss engagement |
| Upcoming Major Decision | Selection of 2036 Olympic host city (bids from Asia & Middle East) |
| Notable Attendee | Nita Ambani (IOC member, supporting India's hosting aspirations) |