Ghana to build 10 new multipurpose sports stadia in 2027 - Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson

Government plans to construct 10 new multipurpose sports stadia in underserved regions in 2027 as part of efforts to improve sports infrastructure and promote grassroots development.

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson announced the initiative during the presentation of the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament on Thursday.

The proposed facilities will have seating capacities ranging from 5,000 to 12,000 and are expected to provide communities with access to modern sporting infrastructure.

"Mr Speaker, in 2027, Government will advance its sports infrastructure development programme through the construction of 10 new multipurpose sports stadia, with seating capacities ranging from 5,000 to 12,000, in underserved regions," Dr Forson told Parliament.

The stadia are expected to support school and grassroots sports, organised competitions, talent identification and the development of athletes.

Government also intends to use the facilities to provide suitable training environments and create opportunities for emerging sporting talents to progress to higher levels of competition.

The proposed construction forms part of a broader sports development agenda outlined in the 2027 Budget.

Other initiatives include the completion of the National Sports Policy, finalisation of regulations under the Ghana Sports Fund Act, 2025 (Act 1159), and a review of the Sports Act, 2016 (Act 934).

Government has also pledged to strengthen school and grassroots sports programmes to widen participation and establish sustainable pathways for athletes.

However, the Finance Minister did not disclose the specific regions earmarked to benefit from the projects. The budget statement also provided no details on the estimated construction cost, funding arrangements or timelines for completion.

Further details on the locations and implementation of the projects will be crucial in determining how the proposed investment will address the country's sports infrastructure gaps.