Ghanaian photographer Ebenezer Nii Otoe Bruce-Tagoe has clinched the coveted title of Africa's No.1 Action Sports Photographer, as declared by AIPS, an esteemed international sports journalist organization.

Renowned for his work with 29PhotoStudio, Bruce-Tagoe's exceptional talent in capturing the electrifying moments of action sports has propelled him to the forefront of his field. His dynamic images, characterized by a perfect blend of skill and storytelling, have captivated audiences worldwide.

This remarkable achievement not only highlights Bruce-Tagoe's prowess behind the lens but also serves as a source of pride for Ghana, as he becomes the first Ghanaian to claim the top spot in this prestigious ranking.

With his unique vision and unparalleled dedication, Bruce-Tagoe continues to elevate the art of sports photography, setting a new standard for excellence in the industry. As Africa's No.1, his work stands as a testament to the power of passion and creativity in capturing the essence of sports in all its glory.

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Professional golfers from various clubs across the country are feverishly preparing for the next in the series of qualifiers for the Road of Damang.

Following the successful tournament staged for the Golden Classic qualifiers at the Center of the World Golf Course in Tema, the leadership PGA Ghana has lined up its second flagship tournament, PGA Masters, scheduled between 6th - 8th June 2024 at Damang Golf Club in the Western region.

This tournament is to fulfill the Road to Damang objective of selecting twenty-two players to represent Ghana in PGA Open 2024.

However, with the Asantehene open tournament also expected to be played in June and one of the requirements to avoid playing pre-qualifying towards Asantehene Open is to be among the first ten players on the order of merit of PGA Ghana.

Therefore, this tournament is very crucial to players who are outside the top ten on the order of merit table and equally those within.

Due to the situation at hand, the stakes have become very high level and stakeholders within the golfing fraternity are likely to expect fierce competition among the players including good results.

All the top guns in the game such as Vincent Torgah, Kojo Barni, Augustine Manasseh, Maxwell Owusu Bonsu, Emos Korblah, Brave Mensah among others are expected to take part in the PGA Masters in Damang.

With the emergence of some new faces especially within the junior professional circles one can also a huge surprise during the three-day competition.

Speaking from his UK based at the Panshanger Golf Complex after a session with members of the Akwaaba Society, Alhaji Ahmed Padori who is the Director of Operations PGA indicated that he is expecting a tough and competitive tournament.

“I have picked up information from Ghana that the golfers are gearing up for the competition with daily training  and I can only hope that the level will always improve as we have been witnessing during  past competitions” he expressed.

From Sammy Heywood Okine

Edwin Gadayi and Janet Mensah of the Sagnation Club, Ashanti Region won the seniors races respectively in men and women 100meters at the first show dubbed Tamale Open Meet of the GNPC GFH held at Held At The Alhaji Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium on Saturday 11th May, 2024.

The two who participated at the 13^th African Games for Ghana were in good form and really thrilled fans as expected and won in good times.

The Tamale Meet which was highly patronized by students from tertiary and SHS was graced by the presence of the Minister of Youth & Sports Hon. Mustapha Ussif.

From Tamale the next meet is at the Cape Coast Stadium on May 25, then Kumasi Baba Yara Stadium on June 15 before the final of finals at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon, Accra on June 29, 2024.

Here are the full Hand - Time Results

U15 Boys - 100m

1st. Abdul Rahman Mahamudu, Gbewah Athletics Club, Northern Region (11.08s)

2nd. Seidu Mohammed Hardi, Gmariga Athletics Club, Northern Region (11.34s)

3rd. Seidu Abdul Basit, Walewale Shs, North East (12.07s)

U15  Girls - 100m

1st. Mary Kofi, New Generation Club, Upper West (13.15s)

2nd. Baburidei Nima, New Generation Club, Upper West ( 13.31s)

3rd. Dor Martha, Sisco Athletics Club, Northern Club (13.69s)

U18 Boys - 100m

1st. Abdulai Alhassan, Sora Club, Northern Region (10.68s)

2nd. Abdul Adam Wakilu, Sora Club, Northern Region (11.18s)

3rd. Abdul Basit Abdulai, Sora Club, Northern Region (11.31s)

U18 Girls - 100m

1st. Behir Beatrice, Max Speed, Northern Region (12 55s)

2nd. Damba Abigail, Bawa Barracks, Northern Region (13.28s)

3rd. Naparija Ruth, Sisco Athletics Club, Northern Region (13.37s)

Seniors (Males) - 100m

1st. Edwin Gadayi, Sagnation Club, Ashanti Region (10.29s)

2nd. Gabriel Fletcher, UDS, Northern Region (10.49s)

3rd. Francis Kweku Nnuro, UDS, Northern Region (10.65s)

Seniors (Females) - 100m

1st. Janet Mensah, Sagnation Club, Ashanti Region (11.69s)

2nd. Grace Aduntira, UDS, Northern Region (11.84s)

3rd. Felicia Awudu, UDS, Northern Region (12.22s)

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Expensive boxer, John Abaja Laryea, the WBO Africa Featherweight champion celebrated his 24th birthday with a special Kenkey party at the Bronz Boxing Gym.

In attendance were his management team led by Mr. Sammy Amin Addo, friends of the gym, colleague boxers and fans. Everyone present at the gathering was happy and had a lot of fun.

The undefeated boxer earlier in the day took to the streets of Bukom and generously gave back to the community by sharing refreshing moments with some kids in Bukom.

The 14th world ranked "expensive" boxer last year, celebrated his 23rd birthday in the ring, right after stopping his opponent Solomon Martey on the 6th round to win his 2nd WBO African Featherweight title.

John who is planning to train and fight in the USA said "I will make sure i win my first international bout on the 31st of May and dedicate it to my fans and all Ghanaians as appreciation for their support all these years, and possibly have a post-birthday celebration". He jokingly added.

Mr. Samuel Anim Addo, local manager of John Laryea thanked everyone at the event and hope for the best for young boxer to be a world champion.

By Rolland Akwasi Agyapong

Africa Sports Ventures Group, declared Footballer Abdul Fatuwa Issahaku from Ghana and Leicester City FC as the April 2024 African Athlete of the Month today May 11th, 2024.

Abdul Fatuwa Issahaku was selected through a process involving fan nominations and votes on the ASVG WhatsApp Channel, surpassing Kenyan athletes Peres Jepchirchir and Emmanuel Wanyonyi.

Issahaku's exceptional performance with Leicester City FC, contributing 7 goals and 13 assists in 39 games, was instrumental in their promotion from the EFL Championship to the English Premier League.

The African Athlete of the Month Award celebrates remarkable African athletes, recognizing their achievements and inspiring them to reach greater heights in the global sports arena.

This award involves a public voting poll from the 1st to the 10th of each month, with the winner announced on the 11th based on public votes and internal criteria.

ASVG, short for Africa Sports Ventures Group, is a Sports and Entertainment Agency committed to enhancing the sports and entertainment sector in Africa and its wider Diaspora through collaborative efforts with partners and various activities such as Media, Event Management, Content Development, and Public Relations.

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From Sammy Heywood Okine

Chairman of the MTN FA Cup Committee, Mr. Wilson Arthur says the Semi Finals of this year’s competition are special, and going to be exciting because they are being played during Mothers Day celebrations.

He said the gate to the Red Bull Astro Turf will be free to all mothers and they are going to enjoy great sporting entertainment by the sponsors and the clubs.

The clubs set to battle this weekend are Nsoatreman FC, Bofoakwa Tano, Legon Cities, and defending champions Dreams FC.

Nsoatreman FC and Legon Cities will set the ball rolling when the two Premier League sides meet in the first semi-final on Saturday, May 11.

Later on Sunday May 12, Dreams FC battle Bofoakwa Tano in the other semi-final match.

All two semi-final matches in the MTN FA Cup at Sogakope will be shown live on Max TV and Star Times.

Take a look at the records of the four semi-finalists' coaches in this season's

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Strategic move by management company to bolster presence in the boxing realm as they welcome promising newcomer Emmanuel Mawuli.

In a strategic maneuver that signals their growing influence in the sports industry, Priceless Life Entertainment has made waves by announcing the signing of Emmanuel Mawuli, a burgeoning force in the world of boxing. The signing which took place at the Charles Quartey Boxing Foundation on Friday 10th May, 2024 sees the addition of Mawuli to their management stable marking a significant step forward for both the athlete and the management company.

The 18 year Old’s ascent in the boxing arena has been nothing short of meteoric. With a combination of raw talent, relentless drive, and a hunger for success, Mawuli has captured the attention of fans and pundits alike. His impressive performances in the ring have earned him accolades and positioned him as one of the most promising prospects in the sport with a current record of 9(6)-0-0

Priceless Life Entertainment, renowned for its savvy management strategies and keen eye for talent, saw in Mawuli the potential for greatness. By adding him to their roster, the management company aims to provide the necessary support and guidance to elevate Mawuli to new heights in his career with a 3 year initial contract  with an additional 2 years automatic extension  when the management company delivers a championship title.

Commenting on the signing, CEO of Priceless Life Entertainment stated, "Emmanuel Mawuli represents the epitome of talent and determination in the world of boxing. We are thrilled to welcome him to the Priceless Life family and are committed to providing him with the resources and support he needs to fulfill his potential."

For Mawuli, joining forces with Priceless Life Entertainment represents a pivotal moment in his career. "I am honored to be a part of the Priceless Life team," said Mawuli. "Their track record of success speaks for itself, and I am excited to collaborate with them as I continue my journey in the boxing world."

Present at the signing was Head Coach of Charles Quartey Boxing Foundation Mr. Charles Quartey and assistant Coach CP01 Nartey Tettey Bernard with representatives from the management company Mr. Abdulai Rashid Issaka and Alhaji Ismaila Mohammed Baluge.

With the ink barely dry on the contract, both Mawuli and Priceless Life Entertainment are already setting their sights on future victories. As Mawuli gears up for upcoming bouts under the guidance of his new management team, fans can expect nothing short of electrifying performances from this dynamic duo. The stage is set for Emmanuel Mawuli to make his mark on the boxing world, and with Priceless Life Entertainment in his corner, the possibilities are endless.

Source Priceless Life Entertainment

Abu Kamoko, the son of former Ghanaian boxer Brimah Kamoko could not make it into the Black Bombers squad for the African Qualifiers in Dakar, Senegal where Freezy Macbones represented.

He was not selected for the first World Qualifier in Italy, but made in into the team for the 13^th African Games, and after two bouts won a silver medal. His style of boxing did not impress many fans and the Ghana Boxig Federation (GBF), so he was not selected for the second world qualifier in Bangkok, Thailand scheduled for May 25 to June 2, 2024.

Guided by the experience in which all of Ghana's boxers failed in two separate Olympic qualification competitions in Senegal and Italy, the GBF wants to feature boxers who are capable of qualifying to the Olympic Games as the road has not been smooth, but very tough.

All 12 boxers who fought for Ghana in the Olympic Games qualification round in Senegal last September were eliminated.

The Black Bombers tried again at the second Olympic qualifiers in Italy earlier in March, but none of them qualified.

The Ghanaian delegation will have the last chance to secure their tickets to compete in the Olympic qualifiers in Bangkok.

Abu Kamoko, who won a silver medal at the African Games has not been able to impress the boxing authorities.

Also known as Ambitious Tilapia, he caught the attention of Ghanaians when he reached the final of the 86kg cruiserweight division at the 2023 African Games but lost to Algerian opponent Kanouni Ousama in the finals and settled for silver.

According to the GBF, he must up his game to be able to represent the nation at the high level, as he looked very raw at the African Games.

However, Abu Kamoko who trains at the Bronx Gym feels because he got a silver at the African Games he must go to Thailand.

Also not going to Thailand is Mohammed Aryeetey who won gold at the African Games.

Meanwhile, the GBF is planning to take the reserves in the Black Bombers to a tournament in New Zealand.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Strategic move by management company to bolster presence in the boxing realm as they welcome promising newcomer Emmanuel Mawuli

In a strategic maneuver that signals their growing influence in the sports industry, Priceless Life Entertainment has made waves by announcing the signing of Emmanuel Mawuli which happened on Friday 10th May, 2024, a burgeoning force in the world of boxing. The addition of Mawuli to their management stable marks a significant step forward for both the athlete and the management company, promising an exciting chapter in the world of combat sports.

Emmanuel Mawuli's ascent in the boxing arena has been nothing short of meteoric. With a combination of raw talent, relentless drive, and a hunger for success, Mawuli has captured the attention of fans and pundits alike. His impressive performances in the ring have earned him accolades and positioned him as one of the most promising prospects in the sport.

Priceless Life Entertainment, renowned for its savvy management strategies and keen eye for talent, saw in Mawuli the potential for greatness. By adding him to their roster, the management company aims to provide the necessary support and guidance to elevate Mawuli to new heights in his career.

Commenting on the signing, CEO of Priceless Life Entertainment stated, "Emmanuel Mawuli represents the epitome of talent and determination in the world of boxing. We are thrilled to welcome him to the Priceless Life family and are committed to providing him with the resources and support he needs to fulfill his potential."

For Mawuli, joining forces with Priceless Life Entertainment represents a pivotal moment in his career. "I am honored to be a part of the Priceless Life team," said Mawuli. "Their track record of success speaks for itself, and I am excited to collaborate with them as I continue my journey in the boxing world."

With the ink barely dry on the contract, both Mawuli and Priceless Life Entertainment are already setting their sights on future victories. As Mawuli gears up for upcoming bouts under the guidance of his new management team, fans can expect nothing short of electrifying performances from this dynamic duo. The stage is set for Emmanuel Mawuli to make his mark on the boxing world, and with Priceless Life Entertainment in his corner, the possibilities are endless.

Source Priceless Life Entertainment

MTN Ghana and Mobile Money LTD have announced their sponsorship of the 2024 3i Africa Summit, scheduled to take place from May 13th to May 15th, 2024, at the Accra International Conference Centre.

The 3i Africa Summit is a collaborative initiative by the Bank of Ghana, the Development Bank of Ghana, and the Monetary Authority of Singapore to showcase and stimulate Africa’s Fintech and digital potential. It is being organized under the theme "Unleashing Africa's FinTech and Digital Economic Potential" and is focused on transforming Africa’s economic landscape through sustainable, long-term capital allocation.

Commenting on the reason for the sponsorship, the CEO of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, said, “MTN's objective is to lead digital solutions for Africa's progress by leveraging our footprint, infrastructure, and technology platforms”.

He further stated, “The partnership with the 3i Africa summit confirms MTN's commitment to Africa's digital transformation”. Blewett believes that the insights and contributions shared at this summit will foster collaborative efforts toward harnessing technology's transformative power for the benefit of all Africans.

Shaibu Haruna, CEO of Mobile Money LTD, added that the common goal of Mobile Money LTD is to bridge the gap between FinTech and Banking to promote financial inclusion. He stated that the partnership between MobileMoney LTD and 3i Africa illustrates their shared commitment to a sustainable future. By providing financial and digital solutions for both consumers and businesses, FinTech can be used to promote economic growth in Africa.

MTN executives from Ghana and MTN Group will participate in discussions on topics such as infrastructure investment, interoperability of payment systems, and Africa's FinTech Revolution.

Among the distinguished speakers from MTN are Stephen Blewett, CEO of MTN Ghana, Shaibu Haruna, CEO of Mobile Money Limited Ghana, Angela Mensah-Poku, Chief Enterprise Business Officer MTN Ghana, and Dario Bianchi, Chief Digital Officer -MTN Ghana.

Serigne Dioum CEO- of Group Fintech and Cedric Nguessan- of MTN Group Finco Payments and E-Commerce from MTN Group will be speaking whilst Eli Hini, CEO of MoMo PSB, Nigeria will also be part of the discussions. 

Source MTN Ghana