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Accra, Ghana – March 3, 2025– Ghana Badminton, in collaboration with the Badminton World Federation (BWF), Badminton Africa Confederation  and the World Academy of Sport (WAoS), is proud to announce the launch of a transformative scholarship program aimed at empowering young Ghanaian athletes. The initiative will award 100 scholarships to dual-career athletes aged 15 to 18, providing them with the opportunity to develop new skills that enhance their career prospects and contribute positively to their communities.

This groundbreaking program is designed to support young badminton players in schools and communities across Ghana. Through an online course, participants will gain valuable knowledge and skills that complement their athletic pursuits, preparing them for success both on and off the court.

This is the third year Ghana Badminton with its partners has awarded scholarships to over 200 Ghanaian Students in the last five years. The Athlete Certificate is a combination of fun and creative online sessions that are designed to educate athletes to become successful and knowledgeable in their sporting careers. The online course is open to young athletes between 15 and 18 years old and will be completed within three months. On completion, they will also be eligible for a post-graduate certificate in International sports management from the University of London- enabling Ghanaian athletes to have a joint educational, elite sporting life and emerging sports technologies.

Program Highlights:

• Eligibility: Open to young badminton players aged 15 to 18 years.
• Objective:To equip young athletes with skills that improve their career opportunities and enable them to make a meaningful impact in their communities.
• Format:Fully online, allowing flexible learning alongside athletic training.

Ghana Badminton encourages all eligible young athletes to take advantage of this unique opportunity. Parents, coaches, and community leaders are also urged to share this information widely to ensure maximum participation and benefits.

How to Apply:
Interested applicants can apply at ghanabadminton.org

This initiative underscores the commitment of Ghana Badminton, BWF, and WAoS to nurturing the next generation of athletes and leaders. By investing in the holistic development of young Ghanaians, the program aims to create a lasting legacy of excellence and community impact.

About Ghana Badminton:
About Ghana Badminton

We are Ghana Badminton, the Governing Body of Badminton in Ghana, formed in 1962, representing all members of the sport of Badminton. We are the national sports governing body with regulatory functions for the Olympic Sport of Badminton.

With Olympic success at the heart of our ambitions, we are investing our knowledge and expertise in rebuilding a quality future for our sport by strengthening and developing the domestic game and developing talent to achieve success on the international stage, inspiring the next generation of players and local fans and corporate community in line with the global vision of giving every child a chance to play for life by leading and inspire all stakeholders; to deliver entertainment through exciting events to drive fan experience; and to create innovative, impactful and sustainable development initiatives.

With thousands of Ghanaians playing yearly, Badminton looks forward to being the nation's favourite racket sport by 2024. We want to inspire everyone to play more, support louder and love badminton, from this generation to the next, as the world's fastest racket sport.

Get Involved!

Websites: www.ghanabadminton.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ghanabadmintonofficial

Twitter: https://twitter.com/BadmintonGhana

About Badminton World Federation (BWF):
The BWF is the international governing body for the sport of badminton, responsible for organizing world-class events and fostering the growth of the sport globally.

About World Academy of Sport (WAoS):
WAoS is a leading global education provider, offering specialized learning programs for athletes, sports professionals, and organizations worldwide.