Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, a renowned sports journalist and President of the Ghana Beach Soccer Association, has been appointed as the new Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), AbotorSports can confirm.
This strategic move is expected to boost Ghana’s sports industry, given Ankrah’s extensive experience in promoting beach soccer and sports commentator in the country.
As Director General, Ankrah will work closely with Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams to develop, organize, promote, and manage competitive and social sports.
Their focus will be on promoting health, fitness, recreation, national cohesion, and professionalism, ultimately driving sustainable wealth creation and infrastructure development in general.
Ankrah’s appointment comes at a critical time, as the NSA has faced plethora of criticism in the past, particularly in 2024, for its inept handling of national stadia —a situation that nearly caused Ghana to play its 2025AFCON qualifiers away from home after serious of CAF warnings as
With his BBC training and journalistic expertise, Ankrah is expected to tackle these challenges and restore the NSA’s reputation.
As the Head of Sports at IMAX Media, Ankrah brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his new role. He is expected to implement innovative strategies to promote sports development in Ghana, and his dedication to excellence makes many think he is an ideal candidate for the top role at the NSA.
Ghana’s sports sector is poised for growth, and Ankrah’s leadership will be instrumental in driving this progress. With his appointment, the NSA is expected to undergo significant reforms, and Ankrah’s commitment to promoting sports development in Ghana will be crucial in achieving this goal.
