The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) has confirmed Ghana’s participation in the maiden African School Games, scheduled to take place in Algeria from July 26 to August 5, 2025.

The prestigious event under the auspices of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) will bring together over 3,000 young athletes from 53 countries across the continent.

The Africa Schools Games, aimed to identify and prepare the next generation of athletes ahead of the African Youth Games and the 2026 Dakar Youth Olympic Games will see Ghana compete in Athletics, 3 x 3 Basketball, Badminton, Beach Volley, Boxing, Cycling, Canoeing, Tennis, Table Tennis, Judo, Swimming and Taekwondo.

The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, to ensure the promotion of sports development and education in Ghana has rigorously selected a team of young budding talents to ensure Ghana’s participation in this prestigious event.

Mr Richard Akpokavie, President of the Ghana Olympic Committee president has said “Africa is preparing to host the Youth Olympics and Olympic Games in the nearest future, and this is the best way to prepare the African team.

“This is a premier platform for identifying and nurturing young talent in African sports. By investing in our young athletes and providing them with opportunities to compete at the highest level, we are building a strong foundation for the future of African sports”

The GOC president commended the collaboration between the Olympic Committee, the Education Ministry, Ministry for Sports and Recreation, the various federations and the coaches preparing the about 40 athletes for the championship.

“Ghana goes into the games in modesty, parading only first and second year senior high school students, but we’re confident to make our country proud” said Mr. Michael Ntow Aryeh, Ghana’s Chef de Mission.

He added that “we believe in the potential of our young athletes, and we are excited to see them showcase their talents on the continental stage”.

The African School Games is a groundbreaking initiative, dedicated exclusively to young African school children.

The event is organized by the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa and the International School Sport Federation (ISF), with support from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The games will feature various sports disciplines, promoting educational and civic values through sport.

Over 50 African nations have confirmed their participation, with 3,018 athletes expected to compete.

Ghana’s participation in the games is seen as an opportunity to showcase its juvenile talent, promote education through sports, and foster youth development.

Team Ghana is set to leave on July 22, 2025, to embark on a journey for glory in Algeria. They are expected to make a strong impression at the games, competing against athletes from across the continent.

Source : www.ghanaolympic.com

The 18 hole Celebrity Golf Club at Sakumono is crying for protection and safety as encroachers have pulled down their wall and invading their course.

The Captain, Mr. Alex Oppong Baffoe and some members of the club spoke to the media after a tour of the course on Wednesday to ascertain what is really happening on the grounds. He expressed that the course is losing its nature as some birds have left and the course suffers watering to be green because the source of water has been taken over by the builders.

"We are law abiding citizens but the law has not been fair to us. We don't want to take the law in our own hands" he said.

He noted that some of their members are leaving to play elsewhere.

The golfers said the way encroachers are approaching is rapid and threatening as they feel unsafe and their security has been exposed.

Some golfers who have been members of the Celebrity Golf Club for over 13 years said it is sad because golf has made some of the youth employed as caddies and even players.

They stressed that at some times the encroachers are supported by some security agencies.

"How can civilised people destroy a golf course when we have only four in Ghana and many in other countries" said one golfer.

The venue has also hosted several events and it is one of the preferred golf destinations in Ghana.

Last week, Celebrity hosted the Female African Regional Tournament, which was a boast for tourism and sports as other nation’s representatives visited Ghana..

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The Breaking Federation of Ghana on Tuesday had a meeting with the Director General of the National Sports Authority on the issuance of their working certificate to operate as a sports body which has taken some time.

The President Nana Tufour Okai said they have been operating since 2019 and represented Ghana in many international competitions with the support of the French Embassy in Ghana and JGL.

He hinted that they have taken the sport to other regions like the North, Central, Western and various communities in the Greater Accra Region.

He announced their preparations for the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal next year.

Mr. Yaw Ampofo Ankrah assured to support them and urged the Technical Department of the NSA to assist the new federation in getting all their documentations so that they can be admitted into the NSA.

Present was BG Trisy who represented Ghana in Morocco at the African Qualifiers towards the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and some of their executives, Francis Feby, Francis Duah, Maxwell Neur Tetteh and Eric Appa Obiri.

Meanwhile the Afro Break Academy and Breaking Federation will premiere a documentary on Saturday July 19 at the Mamobi Community Library from 2pm. It's all about the genesis of Afro Break in Ghana which has spread to other countries.

By Sammy Heywood Okine                                             

The reconstituted Executive Board of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) led by Acting President Roger Barnor and heads of the major stakeholders on Tuesday met the Director General of the National Sports Authority, Mr. Yaw Ampofo Ankrah at his office at the Accra Sports Stadium.

It was a fruitful discussion on the roadmap to fulfill recommendations of the Ministerial Committee that investigated the death of the Nigerian Boxer and shortcomings of the Ghana Boxing Authority under former President Abraham Neequaye..

The meeting focused on the current state of boxing in Ghana and ways to further enhance support for the sport.

The Acting President Roger Barnor of the GBA presented a pair of gloves to the DG of the NSA signifying trust, respect, love, tranquility, unity among their rank and file as well as readiness to work with the NSA in putting the recommendations and desired structures in place.

The gloves presentation was also a mark of respect and recognition for his efforts in championing sports excellence across various disciplines

The GBA were much concerned about their Extraordinary Congress scheduled for July 19 and the future of Ghana Boxing, especially what happens after the expiration of the current administration on July 22. They were confident of having the capabilities to support the NSA in implementing the recommendations.

Mr. Yaw Ampofo Ankrah assured the boxing fraternity that he will confer and consult with the Minister of Sports and Recreation and write to the GBA very soon on the way forward. He also promised to get copies of the report on the investigations on the death of the Nigerian boxer to the GBA.

Present at the meeting were Lawrence Carl Lokko, Micheal Tetteh aka Golden Mike. Nii Gonti Adjor 1, Mr. Laryea, Alhaji Toffik, Mr. Shadrack Acquaye all Board members, Lord Akwei (Treasurer), Ayitey Powers (Voice of Professional Boxers), Charles Quartey (coaches), Alhaji Zaid (managers) and Alex Ntiamoah-Boakye (promoters), Rasheed Williams aka Believer (matchmakers) representing the various stakeholders respectively as well as, Andrew Nortey (PRO), Solomon Otoo 'Mangola', Dauda Fuseni, Ernest Ofori and Percy Oblitei Commey were all in attendance.

Mr. Gideon Hammond, Deputy Director General and Mr. Charles Amofa, PRO of the NSA also sat in the cool friendly meeting.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

16 years old Francis Amoako is the latest to join the SP Sports Management stable. The utility player can maneuver at different positions in defence and midfield, however his favourite positions are right back and center back.

The management of SP Sport Management who support talented young sports people hope to push Francis to a better place in his career so that he can contribute to his country and family.

According to Director of SP Sports, Mr. Samuel Agyei, Francis was specially scouted among many footballers and he passed with his style of performance and discipline.

"The SP Sport Management family welcomes him with love and pray that he will succeed" he said.

"This talented athlete brings passion, skill, and determination to the pitch, and we are proud to be part of their journey to greatness. Our team is committed to supporting Francis every step of the way - both on and off the field" Samuel Darkwa Agyei added.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) led by Ag President Roger Barnor has recommended E Sports to be played and practiced positively as a tool for social change and development.

He said the world has now gone digital and the GBA is also on the digital platform.

He congratulated the organisers, partners and sponsors of the event held at Atukpai who's Chief Nii Gonti Adjor 1 aka Adama Addy is a member of the reconstituted GBA Board.

According to Mr. Barnor, Atukpai, as a sporting community has played a significant role and been part of Ghana Boxing producing the like of the late Nii Dzanie Kotey aka Alloway, David Odoi Tetteh aka Gbese Tyson, Samuel Takyi aka Ring Warrior, Theo Lopez Allotey and others.

He advised all participants of E Boxing to be disciplined and play well to earn invitation to play at the international level.

"We have approved E Sports and hope participants would use it in the positive direction" he said.

The EBoxing event made possible by WBO Africa Bantamweight Champion Theophilus Allotey attracted a good patronage including International Boxing Consultant Mr. Yoofi Boham, Sammy Heywood Okine aka General One representing the GBA, Jojo Ephson PRO of the Ghana Boxing Federation  (GBF), GOC Board member and former GBF President George Lamptey, Ring Announcer Sam Nana Gold Amoah, Kwesi Hayford President of ESports Association of Ghana, Ms. Sarah Lotus Asare of WBC Cares and Wisdom Boxing Promotions and others.

Source GBA Communications

The ESports Association Ghana in collaboration with Wisdom Boxing Promotions, KA Sports TV and Team Theophilus Allotey on Sunday July, 13^th organised an outreach programme for boxing lovers who play on the computer or with their phones at Atukpai, near Bukom.

The maiden event was witnessed by personalities like Yours Truly representing the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA), Jojo Ephson representing the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF), International Boxing Consultant Yoofi Boham, Mr. George Lamptey former GBF President and a member of the Ghana Olympic Committee Executive Board, Asafoatse of Atukpai and many others. Other boxers and coaches from different gyms also took part in the exciting programme.

Mr. Kwesi Hayford, President of the ESports Association of Ghana said they often organise community events, but this was special and he is hopeful many people would embrace the sport, as it is an Olympic event and soon winners are going to represent the nation in international competitions which has already begun.

Coach Dr.Ofori Asare of Wisdom Boxing Gym said ESports can take some of the youth from social vices, and make them useful.

Yoofi Boham commended the leadership of both GBF and GBA for backing the E-Sports event. He prayed that the right people come and lead Ghana Boxing so that the nation will occupy its rightful place in world boxing.

Theophilus Kpakpo Allotey, the WBO Africa Bantamweight Champion and UBO Africa / National Super Flyweight Champion in whose honour the programme was organised said as boxer he learns a lot while playing the game and hopes everyone would join and play. He later shared biscuits and sweets to the kids who turned up.

Many inquisitive youth and kids in the Atukpai community came to the venue to see and learn. Theophilus Allotey.

At the end of the event, three people were awarded for emerging the best players; Alfred Kotey - winner (Gold), Desmond (Silver ) and Jacob Thompson (Bronze)

By Sammy Heywood Okine

National Welterweight Champion, Sampson Segbedzi has disclosed that he is now dangerous and explosive than before he won his enviable titles.

Speaking on Omashi TV's The Big Fight Night, he said travelling to Canada for training has really changed him. He thanked his management for the opportunity.

"In fact I have experienced a lot of new things and it is going to guide me and my target to become a bigger Champion" said the UBO Africa and PST Tanzania Champion.

According to Segbedzi, he received a rousing welcome at the gym he trained and his colleagues were very friendly and accommodating.

He urged his fans from Ashiaman to Chorkor to troop to the Bukom Boxing Arena on August 23 when he defends his National title against number 3 ranked Habib Kihende  Giwa.

The handsome pugilist also known as 'Mama's Baby' who trains at The Gym in Accra Central has not lost in 9 exciting fights. Some of his victims are Isaac Aryee and Isaac Commey, considered to be very tough boxers in the Welterweight division.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Some stars are born, other stars are made,  but Joseph Antwi is both. He says he was born to be special so he does things in different ways.

Antwi who was named Junior Bazooka by the original Bazooka of Boxing said he is always inspired by the name and that makes him terrible and devastating in the ring.

Speaking on The Big Fight Night on Omashi TV he thanked Ike Quartey for his motivation and Dr. Ofori Asare for his guidance and leadership that has turned many youth to be useful and regarded because they are working hard as boxers.

The Wisdom Boxing Gym has recently marketed and exposed itself as the gym of champions with the likes of the Bastie brothers, Haruna Mohammed the former Cruiserweight Champion and Theophilus Kpakpo Allotey the current WBO Africa Bantamweight Champion and National and UBO Africa Super Flyweight Champion. Theo's recent ranking as number 9 in IBO and number 10 at IBF Intercontinental is very assuring that they are climbing steadily.

According to Dr.Asare it takes a lot of negotiations and engagements as well as consultations and positive contacts to be rated and become a world champion.

He disclosed that Wisdom Boxing is like a home and school with massive discipline and the willingness to learn deep into boxing so all the boxers practising there are committed and dedicated to their goal.

"For Joseph Antwi (1-0-0), he is a special project because we have boxers who have won at the lower weight categories,  now we want to win at the heavyweight and he is the one we are grooming to become a world beater" he said.

Theo Lopez Allotey has seen the way and his colleagues will follow.

"We are taking the chances one by one, and we hope to reach the destinations" he stressed.

A number of Wisdom Boxing Gym members will be fighting on Bishop Promotions bill on August 23 at the Bukom Boxing Arena and Dr. Asare has invited boxing lovers to see the display of Antwi, Clinton, Haruna, Allotey and others.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The Street Academy at the Accra Arts Center which was registered as an NGO in 1993 held their 25th annual Health Walk on Saturday 12th July,  2025 through some principal streets of Accra.

Founder Ataa Lartey expressed his joy for another successful event and heart's desire to get an astro turf field where the kids can train. He thanked all his partners and sponsors as well as the media and the kids who contributed or participated in the Walk.

The Academy teaches several creative cultural subjects in visual and performing arts aside others like Mathematics, English, Science and History.

The Academy trains the kids in football, boxing, hockey, volleyball and table tennis.

The Walk attracted personalities like the MP for Odododiodoo Hon.Alfred Kotey Ashie, former three times IBF boxing champion Joseph 'King Kong' Agbeko,  Abraham Mensah a 2022 Commonwealth Games Silver medalist and veteran Nigerian boxer Makintosh who resides in Ghana and Don Ziggy an actor as well as some staff of the Centre for National Culture also took part.

Hon. Ashie said the Acadamy has stood the test of time and produces great personalities who are contributing to the socio economic development of the nation.

He appealed to corporate Ghana to continue supporting the Street Academy.

The Fresh King Agbeko commended the founder for discovering and grooming him to become a world champion. He urged the pupils and teachers to be disciplined and commit themselves to the growth of the Academy.

Abraham Mensah noted that he is a proud product of the Academy and thankes his fans who also joined to make the Walk successful.

The 'Sports & Cultural Academy for Street Children” was established in 1986.

By Sammy Heywood Okine