Who we are
National Governing Body of Badminton
Ghana Badminton, the National Governing Body for the sport of Badminton in Ghana.
Ghana Badminton is dedicated to the administration, governance, and development of badminton at every level across the nation. Founded in 1962, we are the national authority for the sport, we oversee, coordinate, and advance badminton from grassroots engagement to elite international performance.
We are committed to creating inclusive opportunities for all Ghanaians—regardless of age, ability, or gender—to participate in badminton as players, coaches, officials, volunteers, or supporters. Our mission is to build a unified and thriving badminton community that fosters excellence, promotes healthy lifestyles, and enhances the sport’s profile both locally and globally.
As a member-based organization, we are responsible for all members of the sport and work in strategic partnership with government agencies, development partners, educational institutions, and the private sector to administer programs, set standards, and implement initiatives that ensure the sustainable growth of badminton in Ghana.
We are proud to serve as the backbone of the sport—representing, regulating, and nurturing badminton to inspire current and future generations of athletes, leaders, and enthusiasts.
Our Vision To be an inspirational and accessible sport for every Ghanaian.
Our Mission To govern, grow, and innovate in the sport of badminton, providing a world-class experience for all players, coaches, officials, and fans.
Our Strategic Plan: Mission 2032 Our strategic plan, “Mission 2032,” outlines our ambitious vision to turn Ghana into a true ‘Badminton Nation’. Relaunched in February 2023, it sets bold targets across the entire sport—from achieving success at the Olympic and Commonwealth Games to strengthening our clubs, developing a world-class coaching workforce, and getting more children playing in schools.
Our Board Ghana Badminton is guided by a Board of Directors whose role is to set strategic policy, ensure good governance, and oversee the development of the sport in Ghana.
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Our Members Our mandate under the national Sports Act, 2016. Act 934 and L.I 2477 act empowers us to govern, administer and serve our entire sporting community. We are responsible for all elite and recreational members—clubs, players, coaches, and officials—fostering their development, championing their interests, and ensuring governance with unwavering global integrity and excellence.
Annual Reports We are committed to transparency. Each financial year, we document the organization’s main activities, achievements, and financial performance.
Our Board Ghana Badminton is guided by a Board of Directors whose role is to set strategic policy, ensure good governance, and oversee the development of the sport in Ghana.[“Click to Meet the Board Page” ]Our Members Our mandate under the national Sports Act, 2016. Act 934 and L.I 2477 act empowers us to govern, administer and serve our entire sporting community. We are responsible for all elite and recreational members—clubs, players, coaches, and officials—fostering their development, championing their interests, and ensuring governance with unwavering global integrity and excellence.Annual Reports We are committed to transparency. Each financial year, we document the organization’s main activities, achievements, and financial performance.What We Do as the National Governing Body
As the NGB, our work is focused on protecting, developing, and promoting badminton across Ghana.
- We Represent everyone in the Badminton Community: We are the collective voice for badminton in Ghana, representing our members at the government level and ensuring the sport’s interests are heard.
- We Protect the Sport: We safeguard children and vulnerable adults through robust policies and work to provide insurance protection for every affiliated club and member.
- We Create Pathways: We manage the pathway from community badminton to the national team, selecting and managing teams to represent Ghana at African, World, and Multi-Sport events like the Olympic and Commonwealth Games.
- We Grow the Sport: We organize a wide range of programmes, technical courses, and tournaments. We manage a structured coaching pathway and work to secure more courts and playing time for clubs and players.
- We Govern the Sport: We manage the rules and regulations, including anti-doping and equality policies, and implement a governance framework to ensure the sport is run fairly and effectively.
- We Provide Competition: We sanction events and work to provide a national calendar of tournaments for players of all levels, alongside a national ranking system.
Our Guiding Principles
Our work is underpinned by five core values that guide our decisions and actions:
- Connected: We bring together all aspects of badminton in Ghana, creating a single, collaborative community.
- Innovative: We foster a culture of innovation, embracing digital technology to engage and grow our audience.
- Inclusive: We actively work to break down barriers, ensuring badminton provides opportunities for all, regardless of age, ability, or gender.
- Respectful: We treat every member of our community with respect, both on and off the court.
- Open: We are honest, transparent, and accountable in everything we do.
Articles of Association
Ghana Badminton’s Articles of Association outline our core aims, powers, and responsibilities as the National Governing Body.
