The Ghana Sports Fund has engaged more than 20 sports federations to discuss their operational challenges, grassroots development priorities and procedures for accessing financial support as part of efforts to establish a sustainable sports financing system in the country.
The meeting, held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the VIP Room of the Accra Sports Stadium, was led by the Fund’s Administrator, Dr David Kofi Mawuvi Wuaku, and his deputy, Simon Appiah Junior.
The engagement forms part of the implementation of the Ghana Sports Fund Act, 2025 (Act 1159), which seeks to establish a structured approach to sports financing and move the country away from emergency funding arrangements towards a more predictable and sustainable system.
The Ghana Karate Federation and Ghana Rugby were among the federations represented at the meeting, which aimed to gather feedback on the challenges affecting sports development beyond football.
Discussions also focused on eligibility requirements, application procedures and the responsibilities of federations seeking financial assistance from the Fund.
Under the Act, federations and associations in good standing with the National Sports Authority are eligible to apply for support through the Fund’s Administrator. However, eligibility does not automatically guarantee funding, as applications must meet the relevant requirements and undergo the established assessment process.
Addressing the stakeholders, Dr. Wuaku emphasised the importance of investment, accountability and collaboration in building a stronger sporting sector.
“Talent alone cannot build a sporting nation. It takes investment, discipline, accountability and a shared commitment to turn potential into performance.
“As Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, I consider this engagement an important opportunity to strengthen our partnership and establish a clear, practical path towards sustainable sports financing in Ghana.
“Our responsibility goes beyond mobilising resources. We must ensure that funding translates into improved athlete development, stronger federations, better sports infrastructure and measurable national achievements.
“Today, I want us to move beyond discussing challenges and focus on the solutions, commitments and actions needed to advance Ghanaian sports.”
Dr Wuaku also highlighted the legal framework underpinning the Fund, stressing its mandate to provide sustainable financing for sports development and promote transparency in the mobilisation and management of resources.
Section 2 of the Ghana Sports Fund Act, 2025 (Act 1159), identifies the provision of sustainable funding for sports development and sport for development as one of the Fund’s objectives. The legislation also seeks to promote transparency and accountability in sports financing.
Section 27(b) identifies federations and associations in good standing with the National Sports Authority as eligible beneficiaries, while Section 28(1) provides that eligible applicants may apply for support through the Administrator.
Dr Wuaku urged the federations to take greater responsibility for their development programmes by outlining clear priorities, preparing realistic budgets and submitting proposals supported by measurable targets.
He also encouraged them to prioritise grassroots development, talent identification, coaching, athlete welfare and competitive readiness, while strengthening their governance structures and financial reporting systems.
