GFA boosts lower-tier and women's football clubs with financial and logistical support

Ghana Football Association President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has announced a substantial support package aimed at easing the financial burden on clubs and elevating the standard of Ghana's lower-tier and women's football competitions. This commitment was reiterated at the 32nd Ordinary Session of Congress held at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.

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The GFA would maintain substantial financial and logistical support for both the Division One League (DOL) and the Women’s Premier League (WPL).

The Division One League (DOL) will continue to receive significant GFA backing. The association will absorb the costs for referees' and Match Commissioners' fees. Furthermore, each of the 48 participating clubs will be provided with GHS 120,000 and 30 footballs. This comprehensive support package for the DOL represents an investment of approximately GHS 16,244,151.25, designed to help clubs manage operational expenses and foster better conditions for organizing the second tier of Ghana's professional football.

The Women's Premier League (WPL) is also set to benefit from considerable GFA assistance. Similar to the DOL, the GFA will cover referees' and Match Commissioners' fees. Each of the 20 WPL clubs will receive 30 pairs of football boots and GHS 100,000 in financial aid. Additionally, clubs will receive fuel support from Melcom and Goil, offering further practical assistance.

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I am particularly encouraged by the significant investments made by clubs in upgrading their match venues and facilities.

President Simeon-Okraku also acknowledged and commended the clubs for their own investments in upgrading their facilities and match venues. He noted improvements in dressing rooms, spectator amenities, security infrastructure, sanitation, media areas, and other essential matchday requirements. These club-led enhancements, combined with the GFA's support, are expected to create safer, more professional, and welcoming football environments, strengthening the domestic game as Ghana prepares for a new season.

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These improvements are contributing to the creation of football environments that are “safer, more professional, and more welcoming” for players, officials, supporters, media and commercial partners.