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October 2026
27 OctDaily Guide
… The country’s all-time leading goalscorer has not officially declared his intentions, but speculation is growing over the future leadership of Ghana football, according to Joy Sports’ Muftawu Nabila Abdulai. …
Asamoah Gyan Linked With GFA Presidency, Okraku’s Future Uncertain
26 OctJoy Online
… The Joy Sports team has weighed in with their predictions. Who gets their vote? …
Joy Sports journalists make Ballon d’Or 2026 predictions
September 2026
18 SeptJoy Online
… been submitted to the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) to investigate claims that more than $600,000 was collected, allegedly on the authority of the NSA, from persons seeking visas to attend the World Cup. “You will recall that recently Joy Sports …
Minority demands suspension or dismissal of NSA boss over World Cup visa allegations
5 SeptJoy Online
… Speaking exclusively to Joy Sports, Dogboe revealed that dealing with the mental and emotional challenges during those difficult periods was tough and stressed the need for greater attention to athletes’ mental well-being. …
Isaac Dogboe reveals mental health battles, calls for support for athletes
5 SeptJoy Online
… Sometimes I’ll be there and get the itch,” he told Joy Sports. “An offer will come to the table, but I ask myself, ‘Do I really want to take this fight?’ So, I had to take a minute to arrive at this decision. …
‘Decision to retire has been tough’ – Isaac Dogboe
August 2026
11 AugJoy Online
… The items were presented by Lead Sports Editor at Joy Sports, Fentuo Tahiru Fentuo. …
FC Basel donate football kits to clubs, schools in Upper West Region
July 2026
23 JulJoy Online
… Jasmine Levy is a student broadcaster from the University of Oregon in the USA, currently interning with Joy Sports.
First trotro ride leaves “Obroni” in total Culture shock
May 2026
29 MayJoy Online
… Victor Doke of KNUST; Joy Sports’ Muftawu Nabila Abdulai; and Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Kofi Quashie. …
Livestream: Newsfile discusses NITA Bill, xenophobia concerns and 2023 African Games
25 MayJoy Online
… The audit, which was commissioned by President Mahama last year and sighted by Joy Sports detailed the country’s expenses for the competition that began late February 2024 and ended on mid-March same year. …
Mahama’s African Games forensic audit reveals over $40m in financial irregularities
7 MayJoy Online
… So we are with the right mindset going to Uganda,” he told Joy Sports. “We are going with the mindset of total discipline, total work rate that is beyond normal because we know that we will need that. …
‘We are expecting to pick our ticket to Poland in Uganda’ – Black Princesses boss Charles Sampson

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Asamoah Gyan emerges as GFA presidency contender

The News

Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has emerged as a possible contender for the Ghana Football Association presidency ahead of next year's elections, with speculation growing over the future leadership following reports that incumbent Kurt Okraku may not seek a third term. The development follows a controversial amendment to GFA statutes that raised the presidential term limit from two to three four-year terms, and comes after Ghana's poor start to 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying and their absence from the 2025 tournament.

27 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Yesterday

Asamoah Gyan emerges as GFA presidency contender
Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has emerged as a possible contender for the Ghana Football Association presidency ahead of next year's elections, with speculation growing over the future leadership following reports that incumbent Kurt Okraku may not seek a third term. The development follows a controversial amendment to GFA statutes that raised the presidential term limit from two to three four-year terms, and comes after Ghana's poor start to 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying and their absence from the 2025 tournament.
27 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 26 October

Joy Sports journalists predict 2026 Ballon d'Or winner
Ahead of Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony, Joy Sports journalists have made their predictions for the award, which features contenders including Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane, and Michael Olise.
26 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 18 September

Minority demands NSA chief's suspension over World Cup visa money claims
Ghana's Parliamentary Minority is calling for the suspension or dismissal of the National Sports Authority Director-General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah over allegations that more than $600,000 was collected for 2026 FIFA World Cup visa facilitation. The NSA has denied involvement in the money collection, though a petition has been submitted to the Criminal Investigations Department.
18 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 5 September

Isaac Dogboe calls for mental health support for athletes
Former WBO super bantamweight champion Isaac Dogboe has spoken about the mental health difficulties he faced as a professional boxer, particularly following his defeats to Emmanuel Navarrete, and called for greater awareness and support for athletes' mental well-being.
5 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Isaac Dogboe retires from boxing after tough decision
Former WBO super bantamweight world champion Isaac Dogboe announced his retirement from boxing this month after recording 24 wins and four losses. The 31-year-old described the decision as difficult, citing mental health struggles and the psychological toll of constantly portraying strength in the sport.
5 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 11 August

FC Basel donates kits to Upper West clubs, schools
Swiss Super League club FC Basel donated football kits and training equipment to colts clubs, women's teams and educational institutions across Ghana's Upper West Region. The donation, facilitated by football agent Alex Acquaye, is the second consecutive year FC Basel has supported grassroots football development in Ghana.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 23 July

Expat's first trotro experience reveals cultural contrasts
An intern describes her first ride on Ghana's ubiquitous trotros (shared minibuses) and encounters with Accra's chaotic traffic, unpredictable pedestrian rules, and motorbike riders who disregard safety norms and traffic laws.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 29 May

Newsfile to debate NITA Bill, xenophobia, African Games audit
JoyNews' Newsfile will examine the controversial proposed NITA Bill, which seeks to expand the National Information Technology Agency's powers into regulating Ghana's digital ecosystem; Ghana's evacuation of citizens amid xenophobic tensions in South Africa; and allegations surrounding the 13th African Games audit. Supporters argue stronger regulation promotes professionalism and cybersecurity, while critics contend licensing requirements could create barriers for startups and young innovators.
29 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 25 May

Forensic audit finds $40m in avoidable African Games costs
A forensic audit commissioned by President Mahama into Ghana's organisation of the 2023 African Games has revealed over $40 million in avoidable costs and financial irregularities. The audit identified questionable claims, inflated rates and omitted works across projects, with the Borteyman Sports Complex alone accounting for an estimated $34.43 million in omissions and scope reductions from its original contract value of $145.09 million.
25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 7 May

Black Princesses seek Poland World Cup ticket in Uganda
Ghana's U20 women's football team will face Uganda in the second leg of 2026 World Cup qualifiers this weekend, holding a 2-1 advantage from the first leg. Coach Charles Sampson expressed confidence in securing qualification for the tournament to be staged in Poland.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 6 May

Kyereh eyes 2026 World Cup return following ACL recovery
Ghana midfielder Daniel-Kofi Kyereh, who recently returned from a nearly three-year ACL injury, has stated his ambition to feature at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 30-year-old, who was part of Ghana's 2022 World Cup squad, says he needs to regain full fitness and play several matches before the tournament.
6 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 5 May

Kofi Kyereh thought of retiring during three-year injury battle
Ghana midfielder Daniel Kofi Kyereh has revealed he considered retirement during his lengthy recovery from a cruciate ligament injury suffered in 2022, which sidelined him for almost three years following surgeries in February 2023 and a setback in 2024. Kyereh has returned to action, making five appearances for Freiburg's reserve side since April 2026.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Kyereh aims for 2026 World Cup after long injury return
Ghana midfielder Daniel-Kofi Kyereh, 30, who recently returned from a three-year anterior cruciate ligament injury, says he is striving to play at the 2026 World Cup in Mexico, Canada and USA. He acknowledges that the decision will not be his alone and that he needs to regain full fitness before the tournament.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →