A generous donation of 24.000 Ghana cedis was given on March 3, 2025, to support the lives of eight families in Klefe and Akoefe, as part of a new initiative designed to assist families with children who have disabilities.

This donation is part of the Siblings Projects, which provides seed funding to families raising children who face challenges due to various disabilities. The families selected for the program will receive much-needed financial assistance to help them navigate the unique challenges of raising children with disabilities. This funding is intended to alleviate the financial burdens associated with specialized care, therapy, and other essential services.

Freda Cooper, the founder and project manager of the Siblings Projects, expressed her excitement about the initiative:

“We are thrilled to offer this support through the Siblings Projects, which recognizes the diverse and individual needs of families raising children with disabilities,” she said. “By providing seed funding, we are not only easing financial strain but also ensuring that families have the resources they need to create a positive, supportive environment for their children to thrive.”

The Siblings Project aims to address the additional challenges that families of children with disabilities face, from managing specialized educational needs to providing continuous care. Through this donation, the project hopes to empower these families to pursue their goals while ensuring the well-being of their children.

This initiative is part of a broader effort to raise awareness about the importance of inclusive care and support for families raising children with disabilities. By supporting these families early, the project aims to build a foundation for success and improve the quality of life for these children.

Source Gabriel Amoakoh

Easter is a season of renewal, gratitude, and reflection—and MTN Stand in Worship 2025 is set to bring these themes to life in an unforgettable way. On Sunday, April 20, the Grand Arena will come alive with voices raised in praise as thousands gather in white attire to honor God’s faithfulness.

What sets this event apart is not just its star-studded lineup—which includes gospel icons like Nacee, Moses OK, Empress Gifty, Hannah Marfo, the Tagoe Sisters, and Bethel Revival Choir—but also the heart behind the gathering. MTN Ghana is curating a deeply spiritual atmosphere where music becomes the vessel for healing, encouragement, and joy.

The concert will feature timeless gospel hits from the last ten years, carefully selected to help attendees reflect on their own journeys and victories. The all-white dress code is more than just aesthetic—it’s a call for unity, peace, and spiritual renewal.

Whether you’re coming to worship, reflect, or simply rejoice, MTN Stand in Worship is an invitation to reconnect with your faith and community in a powerful way.

Source MTN Ghana

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Adams on Tuesday, 15th April, 2025 received a delegation from Millennium Marathon, organisers of the annual Millennium Marathon competition in Ghana.

Noting the purpose of the meeting, the Race Director of the organisation, Mrs. Catherine Morton congratulated the Hon. Minister on his appointment as Minister for Sports and Recreation and his steadfast leadership in promoting Sports and Recreation which is a good pillar for national development.

According to her, this year's competition will attract not less than 10,000 participants from Ghana and across the world and noted the various additions made to enhance this year's competition.

She stated that as part of the competition, the organisation has considered rolling out humanitarian assistance to the people living in the Korle Klottey constituency, the area the hosts the competition and will provide their corporate social responsibility at Osu and its environs.

She took the opportunity to officially invite the Minister to the upcoming launch of the event which is scheduled for Tuesday 22nd April, 2025 at the media centre of the Accra Sports Stadium with the main competition Scheduled for 6th September, 2025.

She added that, the 5,000 metres race is sanctioned by the World athletics and has recognised the event on their calendar as a ranking race indicating the growth of the event over the past years in the country.

On his part, the Minister commended the team for the good initiative to help elevate sports to the highest height and advised them to also turn their support to what directly affects athletics like the provision of running boots and other logistics needed in the sport especially for grassroots development.

He indicated his readiness to support the sport through collaboration to build the capacity of officials as well as the athletes themselves.

Source Ministry of Sports & Recreation

This year's launch of the Millennium Marathon marks the beginning of what promises to be one of the most exciting editions of the half Marathon yet. The 2025 event, set for September 6 in Accra, aims to welcome an even larger pool of international elite athletes, as well as representatives from global NGOs participating for charitable causes.

The Minister for Sports and Recreations of Ghana has promised to grace the launch as the Special Guest of Honour, alongside key dignitaries, sponsors, international partners, and stakeholders from the sports and health sectors.

The Millennium Marathon Sports team visited the Minister and he was happy to be part of the sports and recreation event.

The official launch of the 2025 Millennium Marathon is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM, at the Press Center of the Accra Sports Stadium.

Ernest Buamah, General Manager said the presence and coverage of the media be instrumental in amplifying the marathon’s mission of promoting health, fitness, tourism, and social impact through sports.

The event will include an official unveiling of this year’s theme and logo, partnership announcements, and an outline of the exciting programs leading up to the race day.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The African Boxing Union (ABU) has announced the appointment of Nigeria’s David Ikpaibi as the new chairman of the ABU Western Region Title Committee.

The announcement was made through a press release by the ABU on the morning of Monday, April 14, 2025.

The ABU also stated the appointment of three other team members to the committee.

The new members of the committee include Jean Paul Dago (Côte D’Ivoire), Dr. Kosovo Adote (Togo), and Patrick Johnson of Ghana. The newly appointed members have been tasked to assist the chairman in the effective running of the committee.

The ABU also communicated to the public to contact the new appointees for any WABU title fight inquiries & sanction requests.

Source ABU

Ace Power Promotions have sent goodwill message to their top prospect, Holy Dorgbetor aka The Jaw Breaker as he heads to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to take part in the WBC Boxing Grand Prix, which will take place from the 17th April to the 20th.

This first round will feature 32 boxers competing to qualify for the next round in the featherweight division.

“We wish Holy all the best. Make yourself, us, and Ghana proud!” they said.

Also featuring in the WBC Boxing Grand Prix is another Ghanaian, Enoch Tettey Tetteh of the Bukom Boxing Gym.

Both have promised to put up a good show and bring something home.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Candidates vying for top positions in the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) have started filing their nominations to beat the deadline on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Richard Akpokavie, a seasoned sports administrator and former Secretary General of the GOC, officially filed his nomination to contest for the presidency.

The filing, which took place at the GOC headquarters in Accra, sets the stage for a highly anticipated elective congress scheduled for April 26 at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).

Akpokavie who faces challenge from Michael Aggrey, former President of Ghana Golf Association and Chef du Mission of Tokyo 2020 submitted his nomination forms to Ms. Cynthia Wintima Akudugu,

Mohammed Mahadi, President of the Ghana Fencing Association also filed his nomination. He will contest against Ernest Danso of Ghana Baseball and Softball.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The President of the Ghana Fencing Association, Mr. Mohammed Mahadi, who is also the 3rd Vice President of the Ghana Olympic Committee, paid a courtesy call on Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations today. Mr. Mahadi was accompanied by two national team fencers, Eric Malik and Isaac Teinor and Administrator Ibrahim Yakubu.

Mr. Mahadi briefed the Minister on the impact of fencing federations in his constituency and introduced the two fencers, who are part of the national team.

Hon. Samuel Nartey George was impressed by their achievements, including winning a silver medal in the 2018 African Championships in Côte d'Ivoire. The fencers are currently preparing for the African Championship in Nigeria, the World Championship in Georgia and other tournaments in Europe and America, with the ultimate goal of qualifying for the LA 2028 Olympics.

Mr. Mahadi emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in promoting sports development, adding, "Let's join hands in making history and making our nation proud”.

Hon. Samuel George expressed pride in the fencers' achievements and promised to support their journey to the LA 2028 Olympics. He also pledged to partner with the Ministry of Sports to promote the Ghana Fencing Association.

The Minister's commitment to supporting sports development was further demonstrated by his immediate call to Hon. Kofi Adams, Sector Minister for Sports, to seek his permission and collaboration in promoting the Ghana Fencing Association. Hon. Adams welcomed the joint initiative and expressed confidence in its success.

Hon. Sam George presented GHS 20,000 to the association, with GHS 5,000 each for the two fencers and GHS 10,000 for the association. The Ghana Fencing Association team also presented Team Ghana Fencing t-shirts to the Minister.

This meeting marks a significant step in fostering collaboration between the Ghana Fencing Association and Government Ministries to promote sports development and build a stronger society through sports.

Source Ghana Fencing Association

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote athlete development, the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) facilitated the participation of *Cynthia Kwabi (Table Tennis)* and *Jackson Gyekye Abeku (Swimming)* in the Continental Athletes Forum 2025 held in Namibia on April 5th & 6th 2025.

Their involvement highlights GOC’s commitment to building athlete capacity through international exposure, leadership training, and active engagement in global athlete networks.

Source GOC

South African boxer Siyabulela Hem has chickened out of a rematch with Ghana's John Zile after their interesting WBO Youth Super Bantamweight bout at the Border Conference Centre, Abbotsford in New England last Friday 11th April which he was declared winner.

According to Gordon Frimpong aka Osibor, manager of Zile, the South African said he is not ready for a rematch against a tough opponent.

"Hem described Zile as a bull dozer he doesn't want to fight him again" said Osibor.

The title fight was scored 97-92, 96-93 and 96-93 in favour of Hem. but Zile immediately called for a rematch after the controversial decision.

However, according to Osibor, John Zile fought very well and really sold Ghana Boxing as the brand of African Boxing.

John Zile trains at the Bronx Boxing Club at James Town in Accra.

He was initially a footballer before turning to boxing and he has fit in well.

Zile will be a special guest on The Big Fight Night on Omashi TV on Friday.

By Sammy Heywood Okine