Ghana Badminton unveils scholarship programme for young athletes

In a landmark initiative aimed at shaping the future of young Ghanaian athletes, Ghana Badminton, in partnership with the Badminton World Federation (BWF) and the World Academy of Sport (WAoS), has unveiled a transformative scholarship programme for dual-career athletes.

The programme will award 100 scholarships to talented badminton players aged 15 to 18, equipping them with essential skills to enhance their career prospects while making a meaningful impact in their communities.

The fully online and flexible course is designed to help athletes balance their education with their rigorous training schedules, ensuring they thrive both on and off the court.

Participants will complete the programme within three months, gaining valuable life skills that will improve their career opportunities and prepare them for leadership roles.

Upon completion, successful candidates will also be eligible for a postgraduate certificate in International Sports Management from the University of London, a qualification that opens doors to emerging sports technologies and elite sporting careers.

Ghana Badminton is calling on young athletes, parents, coaches and community leaders to seize this game-changing opportunity.

With sports and education now more interconnected than ever, this initiative offers Ghana’s future stars a springboard to success.

As Ghana’s governing body for badminton since 1962, Ghana Badminton remains committed to developing world-class athletes and fostering leadership.

This scholarship programme is a major step towards building a new generation of champions, ensuring that sport continues to be a powerful force for education and social transformation.