Professor Koryoe Anim-Wright appointed chairperson of Ghana Sports Fund board

In a major development for the Ghanaian sports sector, Professor Koryoe Anim-Wright has been named Chairperson of the newly inaugurated Ghana Sports Fund Governing Board, marking a significant milestone in efforts to transform sports financing and development in the country. The formal inauguration of the Board took place on January 23, 2026, at the Ministry of Sports and Recreation in Accra, with Sports Minister Kofi Adams officiating the ceremony. The establishment of the Ghana Sports Fund follows the passage of the Sports Fund Bill, which aims to create a structured, transparent, and sustainable funding framework for sports across Ghana. Professor Anim-Wright, a distinguished academic and board member of Media General, brings a wealth of leadership experience to her new role. She has previously served as Registrar of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), and her appointment reflects a growing focus on professionalism and governance in sports administration. In his address, Minister Adams emphasised the critical importance of the Sports Fund in addressing long-standing funding challenges that have hampered athlete development, infrastructure projects, grassroots programmes, and the overall growth of sport nationwide. He urged the board to uphold the highest standards of fairness, accountability and strategic thinking in the allocation and disbursement of resources. The 11-member board features experts and representatives from across the sporting, government, and administrative landscape. Notable members include Dr David Kofi Wuaku (Administrator), Mrs Wilhelmina Asamoah (Chief Director at the Ministry), Mr Duah Alhassan Oteng (Technical Advisor), Mr Yaw Ampofo Ankrah (Director-General of the National Sports Authority), and legendary boxer Azumah Nelson, who serves as the retired athletes’ representative. The Ghana Sports Fund is expected to significantly enhance the country’s capacity to support athletes, develop infrastructure, and build sustainable competitive programmes from grassroots to elite levels. Officials hope that this new system will bring much-needed stability and efficiency to the funding of sports nationwide, providing a predictable financial environment for federations, clubs, and competitors alike. As Professor Anim-Wright assumes her role, stakeholders across Ghana’s sporting community are optimistic that the board will bring transformative change, ensuring that strategic investment and transparent governance become hallmarks of sports development in the country.