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The Ghana Badminton Association (GBA) and Special Olympics Ghana have signed a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a formal partnership to nurture badminton talent among players with disabilities, marking the sport’s entry into the Special Olympics movement’s growing portfolio of disciplines in the country. The signing ceremony brought together senior figures from both organizations and the sports fraternity. In attendance were …

Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup champions for the second time after defeating 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time in a tense but largely uneventful final that came alive in its closing stages. Barcelona winger Ferran Torres emerged as the match winner, scoring in the 106th minute to finally break Argentina’s stubborn resistance after a goalless 90 minutes. Argentina’s hopes …

Source: Citi Business News Traders dealing in Black Stars merchandise are considering significant price reductions after Ghana’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup triggered a sharp decline in demand for national team jerseys. Many retailers had increased their stock levels in anticipation of a longer World Cup run, but the Black Stars’ Round of 32 elimination has left them …

The Ghana Taekwondo Federation (GTF) is set for an Executive Board Election on July 18, 2026, with a newly unveiled ticket, “Team Otu,” formally launching its campaign under the slogan “Together, We Deliver” The team is headlined by presidential candidate Mr. Frederick Lartey Otu, whose candidacy is anchored on a platform of proven leadership, proven results, and proven commitment. He …

Ghana’s cycling and road-racing calendar is set for one of its busiest stretches in years, with a string of criteriums, stage races, and community rides scheduled to run from July through November 2026. Anchored by the Ghana Cycling Federation (GCF), the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), and a growing list of private and diaspora-backed partners, the season reflects a deliberate push …

As the Ghana Taekwondo Federation (GTF) prepares to elect its next leadership, many stakeholders within the sport believe the federation’s current President and Council Member of the Commonwealth Taekwondo Union (CTU), Frederick Lartey Otu, has earned another term through his remarkable achievements and transformative leadership over the years.Since assuming office, Otu has overseen one of the most successful periods in …

Black Stars head coach, Carlos Queiroz, has praised his players for their determination and discipline after Ghana secured a hard-earned point against England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing every point earned at the tournament as a significant achievement. Ghana held England to a goalless draw in their Group L clash in Boston, extending their unbeaten start to the …

Ghana’s High Commission in Canada has called on Ghanaians interested in attending the upcoming FIFA World Cup match between Ghana and Panama in Toronto to submit their details for possible ticket assistance. In a public notice issued by Ghana’s High Commissioner to Canada, Prof. Dora Francis Edu-Buandoh, the mission said it had been directed by the Ministry of Sports and …

The Ghana Boxing Interim Management Committee (GBIMC) has successfully conducted the second phase of its mandatory health screening exercise for licensed professional boxers, with the entire cost of the exercise fully sponsored by Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) presidential candidate, Mr. Ivan Bruce-Cudjoe. The exercise took place today, with boxers first converging at the Jamestown Police Station for registration, formalities, and …

In the Topography of Ghana sports, where passion often outruns structure, boxing remains an enduring symbol of patriotism, resilience, and hope. It is against this backdrop that Derek Nii Asai Ankrah, a seasoned administrator and longtime servant of Ghana boxing, has formally presented himself as a candidate for Executive Board Membership of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA). A Foundation Forged …