Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has made several promises to revive the country’s sports sector. Here are some key highlights:
– National Sports Fund: Cabinet has approved the establishment of a national sports fund to address financial challenges facing various sporting disciplines. The bill is currently being worked on and is expected to be passed into law soon.
– Reviving Sports Legacy: Adams aims to restore Ghana’s dominance in sports, particularly in boxing, athletics, and football, by investing heavily in these areas.
– Scholarships and Opportunities: He has pledged to provide scholarships and learning opportunities for young athletes.
– Black Stars Qualification: Adams has assured fans that he will do everything possible to help the Black Stars qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
– Sports Medicine: The Minister has outlined six policy tasks to advance sports medicine in Ghana, including instituting a “No Ambulance, No Event” rule and requiring annual athlete health assessments.
These promises aim to boost Ghana’s sports development and address longstanding challenges in the sector.
