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Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games contributed £1.2bn to the UK…

The positive impact of hosting the Commonwealth Games has been outlined in a new report from the UK Governments Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

Changing the Leadership Landscape

Commonwealth Sport Women's Leadership Programme is breaking barriers and empowering female leaders in sports. Through scholarships, mentorship, and a supportive community, women across the Commonwealth are transforming the sports sector worldwide.

Embracing the Power of Sport on Commonwealth Day

Commonwealth Day brings together the Commonwealth nations in unity and camaraderie to celebrate the diversity of its communities.

Empowering Excellence: Celebrating Women in Sport Across the…

Since its inception in 1930, the Commonwealth Games has stood as a testament to the power of athletic prowess, unity, and inclusivity.

Claire Carver-Dias appointed Regional Vice-President for the…

CGF Executive Board appoints Claire Carver-Dias Regional Vice-President for the Americas until the 2024 General Assembly.

Filbert Bayi: A legacy beyond the track

Continuing our celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Christchurch 1970 Commonwealth Games, we we head to Tanzania and the incredible story of Filbert Bayi.

Breaking Barriers: The Commonwealth Sport Declaration Uniting for…

At just 16 years old, Cathy Freeman etched her name into history during the 1990 Commonwealth Games in Auckland, where she became the first female Aboriginal athlete to clinch a Commonwealth Games gold medal in the 4x100 meter relay.

Celebrating Christchurch 74: Standing on the shoulders of giants

As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Christchurch 1974 Commonwealth Games, we profile some of the extraordinary athletes who participated in the 'friendly Games'.

Empowering Athletes: The Visionary Leadership of Mikel Thomas

Mikel Thomas has been appointed the CGF’s first Athlete Strategy and Engagement Manager.

Judy Simons - Regional Vice-President Americas

The CGF is sad to report that that our esteemed colleague Judy Simons passed away on Wednesday 3 January 2024.

CGF CEO Katie Sadleir interview with Leaders in Sport

CGF CEO Katie Sadleir recently participated in the ‘Leaders in Focus’ interview discussing the future of the Commonwealth Games and the Commonwealth Sport Movement.

Festive Greetings  - 2023 reflections

As the year draws to a close, the Commonwealth Games Federation reflects and celebrates the achievements of 2023.

A Rising Star of Scottish Swimming

In the pool of Scottish swimming talent, one name is making waves—Matthew Ward.

Celebrating International Day of Persons with a Disability

Commonwealth Sport is proud to celebrate our superb Para Athletes on the International Day of Persons with a Disability

CGF General Assembly focuses on the future

Over the course of a week in Singapore, leaders from the CGF member Nations and Territories gathered together to review activity, drive progress and inspire change for the Commonwealth Sport Movement, culminating on Wednesday 15 November with the annual General Assembly.

Chris Jenkins OBE elected as President of the CGF: A vision for a…

Chris Jenkins OBE, a distinguished leader, with a rich history in Commonwealth Sport and Sport for Development, has been elected as the President of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) at its General Assembly in Singapore.

Gabon and Togo join the Commonwealth Family

CGF embraces historic Declaration on Reconciliation and…

The Commonwealth Games Federation General Assembly in Singapore has approved by acclamation the Commonwealth Sport Declaration on Reconciliation and Partnership with Indigenous Peoples.

Official process to select the next Commonwealth Youth Games host…

The CGF will commence the formal host selection process for the eighth Commonwealth Youth Games in early 2024, following the highly successful Trinbago 2023 event.