The National Sports Authority (NSA) Board, led by Chairman Dr. Fred Awaah, is targeting a significant economic role for sports in Ghana. Currently, sports contribute about 1.4% to Ghana’s GDP, but the board aims to increase this through strategic investments, structural reforms, and expanded opportunities across various sports disciplines.
Dr. Awaah has unveiled a reform agenda, focusing on:
– Infrastructure Development: Building stadiums in six new regions and upgrading existing facilities to support sports growth.
– Talent Development: Identifying and supporting athletes nationwide with international scholarships, especially in countries excelling in specific sports, like table tennis in China.
– Innovative Investment Models: Introducing mobile sporting infrastructure, such as boxing rings, to decentralize sports development.
– Welfare for Athletes: Establishing a sports insurance scheme to support retired athletes.
The board’s vision aligns with President John Dramani Mahama’s goal to transform sports into a productive economic sector, creating jobs, generating revenue, and driving growth.
