The government of Ghana has allocated GH¢782 million to the Ministry of Sports and Recreation in the 2027 Budget to support sports development and improve the welfare of people involved in the sector.
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson announced the allocation during his presentation of the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament on Thursday.
"We have allocated GH¢782 million to the Ministry of Sports and Recreation to support the development of sports and the people who participate in it," Dr Forson told Parliament.
The allocation is expected to support several initiatives aimed at improving Ghana's sporting infrastructure, strengthening grassroots participation and creating sustainable pathways for athlete development.
A major component of the government's plans is the construction of 10 multipurpose sports stadia in underserved regions across the country. The proposed facilities will have seating capacities ranging from 5,000 to 12,000.
Government also plans to complete the National Sports Policy and its implementation framework, finalise regulations under the Ghana Sports Fund Act, 2025 (Act 1159), and review the Sports Act, 2016 (Act 934).
The budget further highlights plans to strengthen structured school and grassroots sports programmes as part of efforts to improve talent identification and progression.
Ghana is also expected to begin preparations towards hosting the 2027 CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations, a 12-nation tournament that is projected to provide opportunities for the country's sports tourism, hospitality and transportation sectors.
The GH¢782 million allocation represents the government's proposed funding for the Sports Ministry in the coming fiscal year, with further details expected to clarify how the money will be distributed among the various programmes.
The breakdown of funding for infrastructure development, national teams, athlete welfare and the organisation of sporting competitions will be key in determining the extent of the allocation's impact on Ghanaian sports.
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