Even an unsuccessful Olympic bid can be the source of change within a city if organizers adhere to their vision. Richard Attias adherebidchange Change image and share on social
In the organization of any major sporting event or the planning of a building, long-term thinking is key. Richard Attias buildeventkey Change image and share on social
The cost of infrastructure development to host a mega-event can be offset against economic growth over future decades. Richard Attias costdecadedevelopment Change image and share on social
For African societies, no issue looms larger than employment. Only vibrant entrepreneurship and thriving small businesses can hope to provide the millions of jobs that are needed. Richard Attias africanbusinessemployment Change image and share on social
Global sports tournaments have a range of benefits that go far beyond the games themselves. They can transform the image of a country or a region. They bring people together and reveal new possibilities to a nation's youth. Richard Attias benefitbringcountry share on social
Sporting events like the Olympics have developed and maintained a clear message of promoting gender equality as an essential criterion in the success of any international event. Richard Attias clearcriteriondevelop Change image and share on social
Bringing more large sporting events to Africa would help the continent develop sports policies and at the same time optimize its peoples' chances of achieving competitive success. Richard Attias achieveafricabring Change image and share on social
Sport is one of the few spaces where people can learn about different cultures in a spirit of trust and friendship. Richard Attias culturefriendshiplearn Change image and share on social
It is my firm belief that action on the issues that matter for Africa must emerge from within Africa itself. Richard Attias actionafricabelief Change image and share on social
Improving Africa's farming sector would have multiple positive outcomes for African people. Richard Attias africaafricanfarm Change image and share on social
