by Silas Boahene | Sep 20, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club has designated the Legon Stadium as its temporary home venue for the 2024-2025 Ghana Premier League season due to the closure of the Accra Sports Stadium for renovations. The National Sports Authority (NSA) also announced the closure of the Cape Coast and Baba Yara stadiums for similar upgrades. Hearts of Oak will play at Legon Stadium for the next three weeks, starting with their match against Bechem United on September 22. After two consecutive defeats, the club is eager for a victory under coach Aboubakar Ouattara.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 20, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, Ghana
Parin Africa Limited has provided significant support for the 2024 Accra Inter-City Homowo Marathon, scheduled for September 21. The company will fund key logistics, including stage setup, LED screens, and sound systems, and will supply running vests and T-shirts for participants. Managing Director Ajit Jain emphasized Parin Africa’s dedication to promoting sports in Ghana, noting their ongoing collaboration with Medivents Consult, having supported events like the Kwahu and Sekondi-Takoradi Marathons. Race Director William Ezah expressed gratitude, promising that this year’s marathon will be one of the best in its history.
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by Silas Boahene | Sep 20, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports
Lawrencia Okine will be honored with a 2024 WISA (Women In Sports Association) Award for her unwavering dedication and contributions to hockey and sports from 1997 to 2024. The awards ceremony, set for September 21 at the Accra Sports Stadium, will recognize Okine’s achievements, including representing Ghana in multiple African Cup for Club Championships (ACCC) and her resilience in overcoming injuries to continue competing. She also played for Ghana’s Female Masters team in world tournaments and is passionate about mentoring future hockey players, drawing inspiration from her mother, former national goalkeeper Cynthia Akwele Lamptey.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 20, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, Basketball, Boxing, Ghana, Other Sports
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has dismissed Dodzie Numekevor from his position as Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), effective immediately. Sources at Jubilee House suggest the decision was prompted by concerns over the poor condition of Ghana’s football pitches. Numekevor was appointed in February 2024, succeeding Professor Peter Twumasi. The dismissal follows a CAF ban on the use of the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, Ghana’s only approved venue for international matches, due to its failure to meet required standards. Consequently, Ghana’s next AFCON 2025 home game against Sudan may be held at a neutral venue.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 20, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Europe, Ghana, International
The highly anticipated international debut of Ghanaian boxer Wasiru “Gyatabi” Mohammed, scheduled for September 21, 2024, at the Telekom Dome in Bonn, Germany, against Bishes Barakat, has been canceled. Mohammed, a former national champion and WBO Africa and Global titleholder, expressed his disappointment over the cancellation. The bout, organized by Prime Fighting Promotion, may be rescheduled for November or December. Managed by GBA Board member John Marfo and coached by Lartekwei Lartey, Wasiru remains optimistic about his future, vowing to return stronger.
