Accra: Goldfields Ghana Limited has announced a sponsorship deal worth US$5 million with the Ghana Football Association to support three national teams and the Women's Premier League.
According to Ghana News Agency, the strategic partnership was unveiled in Accra, naming Gold Fields Ghana as a partner of the Ghana Football Association. This move reaffirms the company's commitment to the growth and development of football in the country. The sponsorship package is set to provide crucial support for the Black Stars, Black Queens, the Women's Premier League, and the Black Challenge as they prepare for major international competitions.
In his remarks, Mr. Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, President of the Ghana Football Association, described the partnership as a historic and transformative moment for Ghana football. He expressed immense joy and gratitude, stating that the agreement reflects the continuation of the long-standing relationship between the GFA and Gold Fields. Mr. Simeon-Okraku praised the mining company for its ongoing investment in domestic football, particularly its support for clubs and infrastructure development in Tarkwa and surrounding communities. He highlighted the construction and modernization of the iconic Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium as evidence of Gold Fields' commitment to sports and community development in Ghana.
Mr. Simeon-Okraku emphasized that the latest partnership sends a strong message about inclusion, development, and the importance of investing in sports for growth and empowerment. Mr. Elliot Twum, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Gold Fields Ghana, reaffirmed the company's unwavering commitment to football and sports development in Ghana. He emphasized Gold Fields' dedication to empowering communities and nurturing sporting talent across the country.
Mr. Twum highlighted Gold Fields' historical role in supporting Ghana's national football agenda, noting their previous sponsorship of the Black Stars during the 2006 Germany World Cup and the 2010 World Cup as a headline sponsor. He also mentioned Gold Fields' support for the Black Stars during the 2022 World Cup. He stated that the $5 million support package for the three national teams and the Women's Premier League officially cements Gold Fields' status as a partner of the Ghana Football Association. Mr. Twum noted that the partnership is expected to fast-track the growth of the Women's Premier League while also championing inclusivity through dedicated support for the Black Challenge.