By Angu Lesley
Football Writer,kick442.com-Cameroon
Cameroonian football has reason to celebrate. Evariste Mekouande, a former international assistant referee, has been appointed as a member of the CAF Referees’ Commission, placing him at the center of African refereeing governance.
Mekouande’s rise is a testament to dedication and expertise. Over his years on the pitch, he built a reputation for fairness, composure, and sharp decision-making, representing Cameroon on the continental stage in high-profile matches. Now, he will lend that experience to shaping refereeing standards, development programs, and governance across Africa.
The CAF Referees’ Commission, headed by Olivier Safari Kabene (DR Congo) with Victor Miguel De Freitas Gomes (South Africa) as vice-president, brings together referees from every African zone. Mekouande joins a diverse lineup including René Daniel Louzaya (Congo), Djamel Haimoudi (Algeria), and Janny Sikazwe (Zambia), highlighting CAF’s commitment to expertise and regional representation.
For Cameroon, Mekouande’s appointment is a milestone. It underscores the nation’s contribution not just on the field, but also in shaping the future of African football officiating. His voice will now influence decisions that affect refereeing across the continent—ensuring that the next generation of referees benefits from experience, mentorship, and a standard of excellence.
CAF watchers see this as more than an administrative role; it is recognition of Mekouande’s dedication and an opportunity for Cameroon to have a direct hand in the evolution of African refereeing.
As African football continues to grow, Mekouande’s journey from the sidelines to the commission is a reminder that the game thrives not only through players and coaches but also through the stewards of fairness and integrity—referees like him.
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