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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May 2026
4 MayThe Ghanaian Times
The founder of Bishop Boxing Promotions, Mr Dave Bishop, has declared his intention to contest for the position of First Vice President of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) in the elections scheduled for June 2. …
June 2 GBA election: Barnor, Bishop announce bids to contest for First Vice President role

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Ghana boxing stakeholders petition for extraordinary congress and elections committee

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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 →
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

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

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

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

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 →