Also known as: Ministry of Sports in Ghana
Government ministry appearing in coverage of Ghana's sports sector, World Cup preparation, and athlete support.
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… Ampem said the committee expects to conclude fundraising activities within the next two weeks before handing over the total amount raised to the Ministry of Sports for utilisation. …
BoG, GRA, SIC Insurance, Timeline and Innovations anchor Black Stars world cup funding pushJoy Online
The former Member of Parliament for Afram Plains North and National Coordinator for Recreation and Wellness at the Ministry of Sports, Seyram Betty Krosbi Mensah, has called on women across Ghana to actively participate in political leadership and decision-making processes to dri …
Women urged to take active role in political leadershipJoy Online
… Also present at the meeting was Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, Chief Executive Officer of the National Sports Authority, and the Chief Director of the Ministry of Sports, Wilhemina Asamoah. …
Sports Minister Kofi Adams receives Boris Kodjoe in courtesy call led by Black Star ExperienceJoy Online
… However, the events preceding the feat have gained more traction than the fact. ‘‘The Ministry of Sports in Ghana needs to better, don’t set us for failure. …
Hindsight: How Ghana’s relay team was sabotaged by Sports Ministry and Ghana AthleticsJoy Online
… Saminu did not hold back in his remarks, calling for improved planning from the sports authorities to better support elite athletes representing the country on the global stage. “The Ministry of Sports in Ghana needs to do better, don’t set us up for failure,” he said. …
Abdul Rasheed Saminu slams Ghana Sports Ministry over travel arrangements after World Relays successJoy Online
… Initiatives like the partnership between the Church of Pentecost and the Ministry of Sports aim to incorporate moral, emotional, and psychological support into athlete development. …
Beyond the glory: The hidden battles of athletesFormer Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has reiterated his interest in coaching Ghana's Black Stars, citing the country's footballing history and quality of available players. The position became vacant following Carlos Queiroz's departure after Ghana's poor start to 2027 AFCON qualifiers, with consecutive defeats to Ivory Coast and The Gambia.
21 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has reiterated his interest in coaching Ghana's Black Stars, citing the country's footballing history and quality of available players. The position became vacant following Carlos Queiroz's departure after Ghana's poor start to 2027 AFCON qualifiers, with consecutive defeats to Ivory Coast and The Gambia.
21 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has reaffirmed his desire to become head coach of Ghana's Black Stars, citing the country's footballing history and quality of available players. Yorke believes the national team has the talent required but needs the right culture and commitment from players to succeed.
21 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
MP Vincent Assafuah alleged that more than 30 people were misrepresented as Ghana Tourism Authority board members or affiliates in a document sent to the US Embassy in connection with 2026 FIFA World Cup engagements, despite the authority having about 11 board members. He called for the suspension of the GTA chief executive to allow investigations into the alleged misrepresentation.
10 October 2026 · Joy Online →
A five-member committee tasked with finding a successor to Carlos Queiroz is expected to recommend an interim coach for the Black Stars on Friday, October 9, who will take charge during November's AFCON qualifier double-header against Somalia while the search for a permanent head coach continues.
8 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Olympic Committee held a day's clinic on the Olympic Values Education Programme for over 400 school children from four schools in the Ayawaso West Municipality, promoting Olympic values and creating awareness for Ghana's participation in the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal (scheduled October 31 to November 13).
24 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
An editorial argues that after renovation of the Sekondi Sports Stadium at a cost of $3.1 million, authorities must ensure sustainable management and maintenance to prevent the facility from deteriorating again, and calls for a viable utilisation and revenue-generation plan.
17 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Criminal Investigation Department has arrested Dr Clemence Gyato over the August 22 demolition of the Accra Race Course at Borteyman, as investigators seek to determine who ordered the destruction and under what authority. The Accra Turf Club reports that approximately 200 armed men with heavy machinery demolished over 100 horse stables, track railings and other structures, prompting horse racing community members to demonstrate and petition the government.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Samson Selorm Dogbe, a 33-year-old Ghanaian massage therapist and personal trainer, became the first Ghanaian to win overall at the IFBB Mr Equinox International Bodybuilding Championship in Abidjan in February 2026, securing his second professional card in men's classic physique. He is now seeking support as he prepares to compete in an IFBB championship in Spain.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Acting National Director of Special Olympics Ghana has appealed to the Ministry of Sports and government to invest in the organisation to nurture talents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Eight athletes selected from across the 16 regions will represent Ghana at the international Special Olympics Games in Santiago, Chile in 2027.
22 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Ambassador to the United States dismissed reports that only 3 of 150 Ghanaian football supporters secured visas for the 2026 World Cup, stating the figure was incorrect. He attributed consular delays to heightened demand from World Cup preparations and noted that applicants going through the Ministry of Sports face tight interview schedules with limited appeal time.
23 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's World Cup fundraising campaign has received contributions from the Bank of Ghana (GH¢5 million), Ghana Revenue Authority (US$300,000), SIC Insurance (GH¢1 million), Timeline and Innovation Company Limited (GH¢2 million total), and the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (GH¢500,000). The fundraising committee is in its final phase with about two weeks remaining before the tournament begins on June 11.
22 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Former MP Seyram Betty Krosbi Mensah called on women to actively participate in political leadership and decision-making, emphasizing that women must prepare, compete, and take up leadership roles to ensure equal representation in governance and inclusive national development. The appeal was made at a Women Empowerment & Leadership Training Programme in Accra that brought together women from across Ghana for mentorship and capacity building.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →
International actor Boris Kodjoe met with Ghana's Sports Minister Kofi Adams to discuss his company Full Circle Streamline Travel, which plans to offer World Cup travel packages for Ghanaian fans attending the 2026 tournament in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The initiative aims to strengthen collaboration between Ghana's sports sector and private industry in sports tourism.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's relay team finished second to China in 38.09 seconds to secure automatic qualification for next year's World Athletics Championships in Beijing, their fourth consecutive appearance. However, athletes have criticized the Sports Ministry and Ghana Athletics for poor travel arrangements, including late ticket distribution and inadequate recovery time before competition.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Abdul Rasheed Saminu, Ghana's 100m record holder, has criticized the Sports Ministry's travel arrangements following the men's 4x100m relay team's qualification for the World Athletics Championships, calling the arrangements poor and saying athletes competed with jet lag and insufficient recovery after a 14-hour flight and 16-hour layover.
3 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The article explores the personal and emotional challenges athletes endure behind their public achievements, citing Asamoah Gyan's 2010 World Cup penalty miss as an example of how athletes carry stories of heartbreak and resilience that go unnoticed by fans celebrating their moments on the field.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →