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Ghana Boxing Authority

Ghana Boxing Authority — governing body for the sport that held elections in June 2026 to form a substantive Executive Board after an interim management period.

2026-05-042026-09-13

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  1. August 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    A group of boxing stakeholders, who doubles as delegates of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA), have called for an Extraordinary Congress to appoint a five-member Elections Committee to oversee the election of a substantive Executive Board.

    Ghana boxing stakeholders petition MoSR, NSA …call for Extraordinary Congress to appoint Elections C’ttee
  3. July 2026
  4. The Chronicle

    The former vice president of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) stressed that he could not, in good conscience, accept public funds to which he was not legally entitled.

    Businessman Rejects GH¢79.65m Judgment Debt awarded by Accra High Court
  5. Joy Online

    Bishop is also campaigning for the position of Second Vice President of the Ghana Boxing Authority, with a platform emphasising transparent, athlete-centered leadership, systematic talent development, and stronger international partnerships.

    Dr. Dave Bishop appointed Executive Chairman of Prince De Henry Educational Complex
  6. June 2026
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    He said that “If we invest in people and their potential, we ignite communities and unlock futures for the many, not just the few.” Bishop, a distinguished figure in the entertainment industry, is campaigning for the position of Second Vice President of the Ghana Boxing Authority

    French varsity awards Honourary Doctorate to Bishop Boxing Promotions CEO
  8. May 2026
  9. Business & Financial Times

    Patrick Johnson, secretary general of the Ghana Boxing Authority, said promoters are often reluctant to invest in female fighters due to concerns about profitability and career interruptions.

    For women boxers, survival outside the ring is the hardest fight
  10. Daily Guide

    Ivan Bruce-Cudjoe and Rabbon Dodoo will contest for the presidency of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) when the association heads to elections on June 4, 2026.

    Bruce-Cudjoe, Rabbon Dodoo To Contest GBA Presidency
  11. The Ghanaian Times

    Vetting commences today at the Accra Sports Stadium of candidates vying for elections for positions on the new Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) board.

    GBA Election: 15 candidates to be scrutinised today
  12. Joy Online

    Ivan Bruce-Cudjoe and Rabbon Dodoo will contest for the presidency of the Ghana Boxing Authority on June 4, 2026, the Inetrim Management Committee (IMC) has confirmed.

    Boxing: Ivan Bruce-Cudjoe, Rabbon Dodoo to contest for presidency
  13. The Ghanaian Times

    The Ghana Boxing Interim Management Committee (GBIMC) has announced that elections to choose a substantive Executive Board for the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) will be held on Thursday, June 4, at the Accra Sports Stadium.

    GBIMC unveils roadmap for June 4 Elective Congress
  14. Joy Online

    The Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) is set to hold elections to elect new executives on Thursday, June 4.

    Ghana Boxing Authority to organise elections on June 4
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Ghana boxing stakeholders petition for extraordinary congress and elections committee

The News

About 30 boxing stakeholders and GBA delegates have petitioned for an Extraordinary Congress to appoint a five-member Elections Committee to oversee election of a substantive Executive Board, proposing August 11 for the meeting. The petition follows concerns that the interim management committee, established after two boxer deaths, has overstayed its mandate and delayed handing over power.

3 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 3 August

  1. Ghana boxing stakeholders petition for extraordinary congress and elections committee

    About 30 boxing stakeholders and GBA delegates have petitioned for an Extraordinary Congress to appoint a five-member Elections Committee to oversee election of a substantive Executive Board, proposing August 11 for the meeting. The petition follows concerns that the interim management committee, established after two boxer deaths, has overstayed its mandate and delayed handing over power.

    3 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Businessman rejects court-awarded GH¢79.65m judgment debt

    The CEO of Servistar Minwax (WA) Limited has rejected a GH¢79,651,132.62 judgment debt awarded by Accra High Court against the Ghana Revenue Authority, saying his company is entitled to only about GH¢8,951,543 and that accepting the larger amount would be unethical.

    28 July 2026 · The Chronicle

Saturday 11 July

  1. Dr. Dave Bishop appointed Executive Chairman of educational complex

    Prince De Henry Educational Complex has appointed Dr. Dave Bishop as Executive Chairman & Co-Director of Strategic Development and Institutional Partnerships. The collaboration aims to link sport, education and community development through initiatives including a boxing gym, IT centre, and scholarship programmes.

    11 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 25 June

  1. Boxing promoter receives honorary doctorate from French university

    Dave Bishop, CEO of Bishop Boxing Promotions, has been awarded an Honourary Doctorate in Global Partnership Leadership and Sports Management by Kennedy University of France, in recognition of his work connecting athletics, entrepreneurship, and international community-building. Bishop is also pursuing an M.B.A. in International Business and is campaigning for Second Vice President of the Ghana Boxing Authority.

    25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Saturday 23 May

  1. Women boxers in Ghana face financial and sponsorship barriers

    Women remain significantly underrepresented in Ghanaian boxing, accounting for only a small share of licensed boxers and often training with limited financial support, sponsorship and recognition. The article profiles women boxers such as Abigail Quartey, Ghana's first female world boxing champion, training at the Black Panthers Boxing Gym in Jamestown.

    23 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Thursday 21 May

  1. Bruce-Cudjoe and Dodoo contest Ghana Boxing Authority presidency

    Ivan Bruce-Cudjoe and Rabbon Dodoo will contest for the Ghana Boxing Authority presidency in elections scheduled for June 4, 2026, with Ernest Ofori and Roger Barnor running for first vice president, and multiple candidates contesting other positions.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. GBA candidates vetted ahead of June 4 election congress

    Vetting of 15 candidates for Ghana Boxing Authority board positions began today at Accra Sports Stadium. The process precedes a June 4 Elective Congress where delegates will elect new officers to replace the Interim Management Committee.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Ghana Boxing Authority presidency election set for June 2026

    Ivan Bruce-Cudjoe and Rabbon Dodoo will contest for the presidency of the Ghana Boxing Authority on June 4, 2026, the Interim Management Committee has confirmed. Multiple candidates are also running for vice president and executive board positions, while Nathaniel Awuku will run unopposed for treasurer.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Ghana Boxing Authority elections set for June 4

    The Ghana Boxing Interim Management Committee announced that elections to choose a substantive Executive Board for the Ghana Boxing Authority will be held on June 4 at the Accra Sports Stadium. Candidates for presidency, vice president positions, treasurer, and executive board member roles must submit nomination forms by May 19.

    12 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 11 May

  1. Ghana Boxing Authority holds elections for new executives June 4

    The Ghana Boxing Authority will hold elections on June 4 to elect new executives, with nominations opening May 14 and closing May 19, followed by an Extraordinary Congress.

    11 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 4 May

  1. GBA First Vice President race: Barnor, Bishop announce candidacies

    Dave Bishop, founder of Bishop Boxing Promotions, has announced his bid for First Vice President of the Ghana Boxing Authority in elections scheduled for June 2, joining incumbent Roger Barnor, who is seeking re-election. Bishop campaigns on the theme "Elevating Ghana's Boxing: Experience, Dedication, and Leadership," aiming to leverage his promotional background to strengthen the sport locally and internationally.

    4 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

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