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The government has earmarked GH¢600 million for the construction of 10 regional stadia as part of efforts to strengthen sporting infrastructure and expand access to modern sports facilities across the country.
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced the allocation while presenting the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
He disclosed that the amount forms part of a total allocation of GH¢782 million to the Ministry of Sports and Recreation to support sports development and the welfare of individuals involved in sporting activities.
Under the project, seven multipurpose stadia with a seating capacity of 5,000 each will be constructed in the Western North, North East, Ahafo, Upper East, Upper West, Bono East and Oti regions.
Two additional multipurpose facilities, each with a 10,000-seat capacity, will be built in the Savannah and Bono regions, while the Volta Region is expected to receive a 12,000-capacity multipurpose stadium.
Speaking in Parliament, Dr. Forson said the construction of the seven 5,000-capacity facilities would mark the initial phase of the regional stadium development programme.
He added that the remaining projects would involve the two 10,000-seater stadia in the Savannah and Bono regions, as well as the 12,000-capacity facility in the Volta Region.
The projects are expected to improve access to sporting infrastructure, provide venues for competitions and recreational activities, and support the development of sports across all 10 beneficiary regions.