The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has inaugurated a committee to oversee Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following the Black Stars’ successful qualification.
The committee’s mandate extends beyond football, with a focus on leveraging the World Cup to enhance Ghana’s cultural, economic, and diplomatic presence on the global stage.
According to its Terms of Reference, the committee is responsible for coordinating “all necessary financial, administrative, operational, logistical and regulatory arrangements required for the preparation, participation and desired performance of the Black Stars,” while also promoting Ghana through cultural, trade, tourism, and bilateral initiatives.
Its key objectives include ensuring nationwide engagement, strengthening the Black Stars’ competitive readiness, showcasing Ghana’s tourism and investment potential, deepening international relations, and directing sports-related investments into the country.
The committee’s scope covers fundraising and sponsorship mobilization, organizing training camps, arranging international friendlies, running media campaigns, coordinating trade missions, and advancing cultural initiatives. It will work closely with state and non-state partners to secure resources and support.
Committee Composition
The committee is chaired by the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, and comprises senior officials from key government institutions:
Mrs. Wilhelmina Asamoah – Chief Director, Ministry of Sports and Recreation
Mrs. Sarpomaa Dodoo – Director, Americas, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Alhaji Abubakari Wayo (PhD) – Chief Director, Office of the President
Solomon Mensah Tetteh – Director, RSIM, Ministry of the Interior
Ms. Juliana Boateng – Budget Analyst, Ministry of Finance
Ms. Joyce Akpalaaya Ajongbah – Director, Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Creative Arts
Mrs. Emma Ofori Agyemang – Chief Director, Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment
The committee also includes representatives from the Ghana Football Association and the private sector.
Tasked to operate until three months after the World Cup, the committee is expected to produce a comprehensive roadmap for Ghana’s participation, submit periodic progress reports, and present a final report to Cabinet aimed at ensuring both sporting success and broader national benefits from the 2026 tournament.