Ban on Boxing to Be Lifted on November 6

The ban on professional boxing in Ghana is set to be lifted on November 6, 2025, the National Sports Authority (NSA) has announced.

In a statement, it said this followed successful consultations with the Ministry of Sports and Recreation and the Interim Management Committee (IMC) overseeing the sports’ normalisation process.

It reported that the IMC had made significant progress in addressing the key issues that led to the suspension, particularly the strengthening of medical and safety protocols, as well as improvements in governance and administrative structures.

These issues are premised on core pillars, including Published Medical and Safety Manuals, Codes, and Regulations; Functional Interim Medical Commission; Centralised Medical Database; Approved Insurance Framework; Sustainable Medical Support System; and Certified Ringside and Medical Staff.

It said the Ghana Boxing medical and anti-doping team will coordinate full implementation, monitoring, and compliance as they usher in the official return of sanctioned boxing events in Ghana.

“This marks a major step toward restoring Ghana’s illustrious and proud boxing heritage…The Authority looks forward to a vibrant return of professional boxing and also encourages local as well as foreign promoters – investors to bring international bouts and collaborations to Ghana under these enhanced standards.”

“These form the key elements for a credible, safe, and internationally respected return to the sport. The roadmap also offers a clear, practical, and accountable pathway for the safe return of boxing in Ghana. It prioritises athlete welfare, institutional integrity, and public confidence.”

Story by Hajara Fuseini

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