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GFA holds 29th session of congress on Monday
Youth and Sports Minister Mustahpa Ussif (Hon.) will deliver the keynote address at the 29th ordinary session of congress on Monday, July 10, 2023.
The Sports Minister is expected to speak to issues that bother on the development of the game, government’s continues support for football and plans collaborate with the Ghana Football Association and other stakeholders to grow football in Ghana.
Agenda for the 29th ordinary session of congress include, Presentation by the Ghana Premier League Limited Implementation Committee, approval of the GFA Elections Nomination Fees, Presentation of the consolidated and revised balance sheet and profit and loss statement by auditors, approval of the Financial statements of the previous financial period and approval of the work programme and budget for the coming year, amongst others.
The 29th ordinary session of congress will take place at the Great Hall of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
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President John Dramani Mahama visits Black Stars
President John Dramani Mahama showed his support for the Black Stars at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday, ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar.
He was accompanied by several key figures, including Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Iddi Adams, Ghana Football Association President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, Executive Council member and Black Stars Management Committee Chairman Dr. Randy Abbey, National Sports Authority Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah and former Ghana captains Stephen Appiah and Asamoah Gyan.
Others included Management Committee members Samuel Aboabire (Chairman of the Greater Accra Football Association, Executive Council Member) and Moses Armah (Owner of Premier League side Medeama SC).
During his visit, President Mahama encouraged the players to make Ghana proud by giving their best and showcasing their skills on the international stage.
He also emphasized the importance of discipline, hard work, and unity, noting that these values are essential for achieving success in football and beyond.
The Black Stars are set to face Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, before traveling to Morocco to play Madagascar on Monday, March 24, 2025.
President Mahama’s visit aimed to boost the team’s morale and motivation ahead of these crucial matches.
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Black Stars intensify preparations ahead of Chad, Madagascar Clashes
Ghana’s Black Stars continued their preparations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers with an intense third-day training session in Accra.
The team is gearing up for crucial Group I clashes against Chad and Madagascar.
With Ghana currently third in Group I after Madagascar’s win over Central African Republic, these matches are vital for Ghana’s World Cup qualification bid.
The training session saw the players engage in rigorous fieldwork, including shooting drills, passing exercises, and stretching.
The goalkeepers also had a separate session, working on their reflexes and shot-stopping.
The Black Stars will host Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, before traveling to face Madagascar on March 24.
Below are photos of Wednesday’s training session:
