President John Mahama has called on corporate Ghana to back the newly established Ghana Sports Fund, describing it as a crucial vehicle for driving the country’s sporting ambitions and unlocking economic potential.
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‎Speaking at a meeting with private sector leaders, President Mahama said modern sport goes beyond the playing field, influencing global markets, media rights, youth employment and the creative industry.
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“Sports today influences global markets, stories and media rights, youth employment, the creative industry, and investment flows,” he said. “Our National Football Team, the Black Stars, is preparing for its FIFA World Cup appearance. Our Women’s Soccer team, the Black Queens, heads into continental competition with renewed credibility.”
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‎The Ghana Sports Fund, enacted into law in late 2025, is designed to provide a transparent and structured financing framework for the development of sport across the country. According to the President, the fund will support grassroots initiatives, school sports, athlete welfare, infrastructure modernisation and long-term talent development pathways.
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“We’ve therefore established the Ghana Sports Fund, a transparent financing framework for grassroots development, school sports, athlete welfare, infrastructure modernisation, and long-term talent pathways,” President Mahama said.
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‎“No country achieves sporting excellence without deliberate funding systems. I invite corporate Ghana to view this, not as charity, but as a partnership in national development.”
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‎In a show of solidarity, several Members of Parliament have pledged to donate their monthly salaries to the fund, signalling cross-party support for the initiative.
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‎The President expressed optimism that sustained investment from both the public and private sectors would position Ghana to compete more effectively on the global stage while creating opportunities for young people at home.