The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has directed the Tanzania Olympic Committee (TOC) to conduct its general elections in September after initial postponements due to constitutional complaints. The IOC's directive follows the expiration of the current officeholders' terms. The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) also praised the TOC for successfully hosting the Queen's Baton Relay ceremony, honouring athlete Filbert Bayi's legacy.

Dr. Peter Harcourt and Laura Geitz have been inducted into the Commonwealth Games Australia (CGA) Hall of Fame as part of the 2025 class. Harcourt, a sports medicine and anti-doping leader, has contributed to the Commonwealth Sport Executive Board, Melbourne 2006, the Commonwealth Games Federation, FIBA, ICC, and WADA. Geitz, a former captain, played a vital role in two Netball World Cup titles and three Commonwealth Games medals, including gold in Glasgow 2014. The induction ceremony will be held on November 17 in Melbourne.

An Indian delegation, including IOA chief PT Usha and Sports Minister Harsh Sanghavi, met with Commonwealth Sport officials in London to discuss India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad. Proposals for the final bid are due by August 31, with the host city to be selected in November 2025. India aims to use existing venues and focus on the long-term impact, with an eye on hosting the 2036 Olympic Games in the same city. The IOA has voiced concerns about the removal of sports like wrestling, hockey, and badminton from the 2026 Commonwealth Games, which could impact India's medal prospects.

India's bid to host the 2036 Summer Olympics faces geopolitical challenges amid tensions with Pakistan. An Indian delegation led by Indian Olympic Association President P.T. Usha will meet with the IOC in Lausanne from June 30 to July 2 to advance the bid, presenting infrastructure plans for Ahmedabad, the likely host city. Prior to the IOC meeting, the delegation will also discuss a bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games in London. Pakistan is reportedly planning to challenge India’s Olympic bid with the IOC, citing politicization of sports, particularly with cricket coach Gautam Gambhir calling for a ban on India-Pakistan matches due to tensions following a militant attack in Kashmir.

The Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) has submitted an official expression of interest to the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Abuja. Nigeria aims to be the first African country to host the Games, emphasizing the potential to showcase development, enhance its global position, and boost sports culture. The NOC seeks federal government support for a formal bid, highlighting Nigeria's experience hosting the 2003 All-Africa Games and the potential for infrastructure and economic revitalization. Sports Minister John Owan Enoh noted Nigeria's existing facilities and need for early preparations. Nigeria previously bid for the 2014 Games. The CGF is considering Nigeria's expression of interest amid challenges in securing host countries for recent editions.