Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has officially laid before Parliament the long-awaited Sports Fund Bill, a move he says will transform the financing of sports across the country.
Since assuming office, the Minister has consistently underscored the need for a strong legal framework to support and sustain sports development. The introduction of the Bill is one of his key steps toward achieving that vision. Presenting it to lawmakers, Adams noted that the fund would “speed up the country’s sports development.”
Addressing the House, he highlighted the chronic underfunding that has stunted progress in the sector, especially for disciplines outside football. According to him, many federations struggle to participate in international competitions, organize talent development programmes, or maintain training infrastructure due to financial constraints.
The proposed Sports Fund is expected to provide a reliable and structured source of financing for all sporting disciplines, ensuring equitable support for athletes, federations, and developmental initiatives nationwide.
More details on the operational framework of the fund are expected to emerge as Parliament begins deliberations on the Bill.
By Prince Tuffuor
