Sports Journalist Yaw Ampofo Ankrah has been appointed as the new Director-General of Ghana’s National Sports Authority (NSA). With a distinguished career spanning journalism, sports administration, and media, Ampofo Ankrah brings a wealth of experience to this pivotal role.
His career highlights include;
Media and Journalism: Ampofo Ankrah is a BBC-trained journalist with extensive experience in radio and television, having worked with prominent media houses such as Joy FM, Metro TV, Atlantis Radio, and the BBC.
Sports Administration: He is the founding president of the Ghana Beach Soccer Association (GBSA) and has served as the Chairman of the Beach Soccer Committee under the Ghana Football Association (GFA).
His appointment is expected to usher in a new era for the NSA, with stakeholders anticipating innovative strategies to enhance sports development and administration across the nation.
The sports community has widely welcomed this decision, expressing optimism that Ampofo Ankrah’s leadership will lead to significant advancements in Ghana’s sports sector.
As he assumes office, the nation looks forward to a revitalized focus on sports, aiming to achieve both national and international success under his guidance.