Sports

The Director General of Ghana Prisons Service has reaffirmed her commitment to supporting development of sports by hosting officers and athletes of the Ghana Prisons Armwrestling team to a special luncheon in Accra. The event which brought together officers referees, athletes and officials of Ghana Armwrestling Federation was held to celebrate the impressive achievements of the Prisons team during the …

Story by Isaac Mortey Boxing promoter and businessman Ivan Bruce-Cudjoe has officially filed his nomination forms to contest for the Presidency of the Ghana Boxing Authority, outlining a vision aimed at restructuring professional boxing in Ghana. Speaking to the media after submitting his forms at the Accra Sports Stadium, Bruce-Cudjoe pledged to restore credibility, improve boxer welfare, and expand the …

Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams, Minister for Sports and Recreation, today addressed the media and the public in a formal press briefing to provide detailed updates on key developments in Ghana’s sports sector. His remarks covered governance interventions in the Ghana Swimming Association, the successful hosting of the 24th African Senior Athletics Championships, and ongoing preparations for Ghana’s participation in the …

Ivan Bruce-Cudjoe, founder and CEO of Cabic Promotions and Management, has officially announced his candidacy for President of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA). The election is set for 4 June 2026. Since launching Cabic Promotions in 2018, Bruce-Cudjoe has staged nine editions of Cabic Big Fight Night, produced four champions across three sanctioning bodies WBO Africa, WABU, and UBO and …

Aiden Smith has criticised conditions at the ongoing African Senior Athletics Championships at the University of Ghana Stadium, describing the treatment of athletes as unacceptable despite the prestige of the continental competition. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, May 13, after winning gold in the shot put event on the opening day, the South African athlete expressed disappointment over the accommodation …

A growing dispute over revenue sharing in professional tennis could lead to a boycott of major tournaments, with the 2026 French Open potentially the first to be affected. Top players, including Women’s World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, have publicly expressed dissatisfaction with the current distribution of tournament revenues between organisers and players. This year’s French Open is …

Andre Ayew’s club NAC Breda are staring at relegation from the Dutch top flight, with just two matches remaining in the 2025/26 Eredivisie season. Breda currently sit 17th on the league table, six points behind 16th-placed FC Volendam. To survive relegation, NAC must win both of their remaining fixtures and hope Volendam lose their final two matches. The club’s survival …

Ghana has officially launched the “Ghana House” initiative as part of preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The official launch event was held in Accra. The initiative is aimed at positioning Ghana prominently on the global stage during the Games while showcasing the country’s culture, tourism, and investment opportunities. During the competition, Ghana House will serve as a …

By Mariam Naadei Hammond President John Dramani Mahama has visited Fuveme in the Volta Region to assess the impact of recent tidal waves and engage residents on both immediate relief efforts and long-term coastal protection plans. During the visit, he noted that the area is part of the West Africa Coastal Areas Management Program (WACA), a $150 million project backed …

Head coach of the Ghana national team, Carlos Queiroz, has brushed aside traditional labels about playing style, insisting that his football philosophy is centred on one thing—winning. The veteran tactician made the remarks during his official unveiling at the Alisa Hotel, as Ghana steps up preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, now just weeks away. In a light-hearted yet …