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National Sports Authority

National Sports Authority — government sports oversight body managing Ghana's sports policy, infrastructure, and federation disputes.

2026-05-042026-06-28

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    In this regard, she appealed to President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang and the National Sports Authority (NSA) for financial and technical assistance for the athletes’ camping, feeding and lodging.

    Special Olympics Ghana appeals to govt to support special athletes
  3. Daily Guide

    Yaw Ampofo Ankrah Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, has called on Ghanaians to remain optimistic and throw their full support behind the Black Stars as they gear up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

    NSA Boss Urges Ghanaians To Rally Behind Black Stars
  4. Joy Online

    This is powered by TRiBE Culture Fest in partnership with the National Sports Authority (NSA) and the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA).

    TRiBE Culture Fest to show 2026 FIFA World Cup at all 16 Regions of Ghana
  5. Business & Financial Times

    Clarify roles of the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MoYS), National Sports Authority (NSA), and PPP Unit (MoF).

    PPPs are critical to sports infrastructure: Lessons from Morocco
  6. Joy Online

    He further noted that sports should never be viewed as the responsibility of a single organization, whether the Ghana Olympic Committee, Ghana Paralympic Committee, African Paralympic Committee, National Sports Authority, or the Ministry responsible for Sports.

    ‘Sports belongs to all of us’ – Samson Deen urges unity to transform sector and attract investment
  7. Joy Online

    The Deaf Rugby Team was accompanied by its coach and president, Yaw Kunadu, as well as Rugby Sports Development Officer at the National Sports Authority, Kumasi, Owusu Amuah, and interpreter Gifty Sammy.

    Ghana Rugby promotes inclusion through competition for deaf and hearing athletes
  8. May 2026
  9. Joy Online

    Key stakeholders in Swimming have called on the Ministry of Sports and Recreation and the National Sports Authority to urgently intervene and resolve the ongoing issues affecting the Ghana Swimming Association (GSA).

    Stakeholders demand urgent intervention in Ghana Swimming Association crisis
  10. Joy Online

    The Acting Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA) and a Board Member of the Ghana Sports Fund, Yaw Ampofo-Ankrah, has said the Fund could significantly transform sports development in Ghana over the next five to ten years if properly managed and supported.

    Ghana Sports Fund will transform sports infrastructure within five to ten years — NSA boss
  11. Joy Online

    Acting Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo-Ankrah, has said that grassroots sports development must remain at the centre of the Ghana Sports Fund if the country hopes to build a sustainable sports economy and develop future talents.

    Grassroots sports development critical to Ghana Sports Fund vision – Yaw Ampofo-Ankrah
  12. Joy Online

    Deputy Administrator Lawyer Simon Appiah Junior also revealed that officials of the Fund recently visited the National Sports Authority facilities in Kumasi, where they interacted with management and assessed some of the operational challenges facing sports infrastructure in the

    Ghana Sports Fund to porioritise grassroots sports, talent identification and infrastructure development
Sport

Special Olympics Ghana seeks government support for athletes with disabilities

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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

Monday 22 June

  1. Special Olympics Ghana seeks government support for athletes with disabilities

    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

Tuesday 9 June

  1. NSA chief urges support for Black Stars ahead of 2026 World Cup

    The National Sports Authority Director General has called on Ghanaians to back the Black Stars as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Ghana will face England, Croatia, and Panama in Group L. Ghana will play Panama on June 17, England on June 23, and Croatia on June 27.

    9 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 8 June

  1. TRiBE Culture Fest to host 2026 World Cup viewing across Ghana

    TRiBE Culture Fest, in partnership with the National Sports Authority and Ghana Tourism Authority, will establish viewing centres across all 16 regions of Ghana to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup, combining football with culture, entertainment and community engagement through fan parks with giant screens, local food and live entertainment.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 4 June

  1. PPPs critical for Ghana's sports infrastructure development

    President Mahama's government aims to develop world-class sports infrastructure amid fiscal constraints and rising public debt. Morocco's structured PPPs offer lessons for Ghana in building a sustainable, commercially viable sports ecosystem through partnerships rather than government-led delivery alone.

    4 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Samson Deen calls for unity to transform sports, attract investment

    The President of the African Paralympic Committee has urged Ghanaians to work collectively to promote sports as a national asset, warning that persistent negativity and public disputes within the sports ecosystem undermine efforts to attract private-sector investment and corporate sponsorship. He emphasized that corporate sponsorship depends on confidence, visibility, and value creation, and called for stakeholders to consciously package and market Ghanaian sports to demonstrate professionalism and growth potential.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Ghana Rugby union hosts inclusive competition for deaf and hearing players

    The Ghana Rugby Football Union organised a one-day inclusive rugby competition on May 30, 2026, at the University of Ghana Rugby Stadium, bringing together four teams of deaf and hearing athletes. The event, which featured a Deaf Rugby Team established four years ago in Kumasi, used visual communication methods including flags, signals and an interpreter to ensure full participation.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 25 May

  1. Stakeholders demand urgent intervention in swimming crisis

    Stakeholders in swimming have called on the Ministry of Sports and Recreation and the National Sports Authority to urgently resolve ongoing issues affecting the Ghana Swimming Association. The continued impasse is affecting athletes and international competition preparations, with concerns including the executive's failure to present audited financial accounts and its continued administration without a valid mandate since June 2025.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 22 May

  1. Ghana Sports Fund could transform sports within five to ten years

    The Acting Director-General of the National Sports Authority said the Ghana Sports Fund could significantly transform sports development over the next five to ten years if properly managed and supported, with stable financing enabling major investments in infrastructure, talent development and technical expertise.

    22 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Grassroots sports development critical to Ghana Sports Fund

    Acting NSA Director General Yaw Ampofo-Ankrah has said that grassroots and community sports development must be central to the Ghana Sports Fund to build a sustainable sports economy and develop future talents. He emphasised that proper structures and processes must be established first, and that Ghana must intentionally invest in young talents from an early age to compete globally.

    22 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Ghana Sports Fund prioritizes grassroots talent identification and infrastructure

    The Ghana Sports Fund has announced plans to focus on grassroots sports development, talent identification, and sporting infrastructure as part of building a sustainable sports ecosystem. The Fund will support grassroots programmes in schools and communities with training equipment and facilities, working with a dedicated government office to scout and develop young athletes.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Journalist takes on Africa Athletics commentary at last minute

    A Joy Online commentator received an urgent call on May 12 from Veronica Commey, Deputy Director General of the National Sports Authority, asking him to provide live commentary for the 24th African Athletics Championships at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium with just minutes' notice.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ghana finishes African Athletics Championship without gold medal

    Ghana hosted the 24th African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra but finished without a gold medal, winning only one silver and four bronze medals. The editorial attributes the poor performance to logistical confusion, athlete dissatisfaction, and weaknesses in the nation's sports administration system.

    19 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Thursday 14 May

  1. RLFG stages inaugural Friday Night Footy under lights

    The Rugby League Federation Ghana, in collaboration with Starbite and Orijin, successfully staged the first-ever 'Friday Night Footy' under floodlights at the University of Ghana Rugby League field in Accra. The Accra Panthers defeated the Nungua Tigers 12–4 in the main match of the event, which featured rugby league action, live music, and entertainment.

    14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 13 May

  1. NSA denies food rationing claims at African Athletics Championships

    South African athlete Aiden Smith complained about alleged food rationing at the African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, but Deputy Director-General of the National Sports Authority Veronica Commey said she has personally inspected athletes' accommodation and confirmed there is plenty of food available.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. CAA Senior Athletics Championship opens in Accra

    The 24th edition of the Confederation of African Athletics Senior Athletics Championship, dubbed 'Accra 2026,' officially opened at the University of Ghana Stadium on Monday with a cultural ceremony. The six-day event features over 1,000 athletes from 49 African countries competing in more than 40 field and track events.

    13 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 12 May

  1. World Aquatics opposes Ghana ministry interference in Swimming Federation

    World Aquatics has warned that Ghana's Sports Ministry and National Sports Authority interference in the Ghana Swimming Association could jeopardize the country's participation in international aquatics events, including the Olympic Games. The dispute arose after the NSA withdrew recognition of the GSA following petitions from swimming clubs, but World Aquatics maintains the GSA as the sole recognized national federation in Ghana.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. 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

Sunday 10 May

  1. Assafuah urges government to fund Ghana Tennis Federation immediately

    The Ranking Member on Parliament's Youth and Sports Committee has called for urgent government intervention to support the Ghana Tennis Federation with financial assistance for international tournament participation. He warned that without quick support, Ghana risks missing important competitions that provide critical exposure and development for athletes.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 7 May

  1. Bryant University selected as Ghana Black Stars World Cup base camp

    Bryant University in Rhode Island has been officially selected by Ghana's national football team as their base camp for the upcoming World Cup, where the team will train and stay during the tournament. The partnership aims to extend beyond athletics to foster educational and economic collaboration between the university and Ghana.

    7 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Sports Minister meets Boris Kodjoe on World Cup travel packages

    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

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Ghana relay team qualifies for 2027 World Athletics Championships

    Ghana's men's 4x100m relay team secured qualification for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing at the 2026 World Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, finishing second in 38.09 seconds and marking their fourth consecutive appearance at the global event. Following public concerns from athletes about preparation and travel arrangements, the Ministry of Sports and Recreation clarified that travel schedules and preparation timelines are determined by sports federations and international competition requirements, not the Ministry itself.

    5 May 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 4 May

  1. One Humanity International Beach Soccer Cup postponed to October 2026

    The One Humanity International Beach Soccer Cup Ghana, originally scheduled for May 2026, has been postponed to October 2026 due to tidal activity and coastal erosion at Laboma Beach that rendered the designated venue unsafe and unable to meet technical standards for an international tournament.

    4 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Bryant University, Rhode Island forge Black Stars partnership for World Cup 2026

    A delegation from Bryant University and Rhode Island has visited the Ghana Football Association to establish partnerships ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Bryant University set to serve as the Black Stars' official training camp and base during the tournament.

    4 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  3. Sports Ministry denies responsibility for relay team travel challenges

    Ghana's 4x100m relay team qualified for next year's World Athletics Championships in Beijing after finishing second at the 2026 World Relays in Botswana, but raised concerns about travel and preparation. The Sports Ministry responded that arrival timelines and competition schedules are determined by federation engagements and international protocols, not by the Ministry.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online

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