Rugby Rising Play Empowers 350 Girls in Greater Accra With Sports, Mentorship and Health Education

On 27 November 2025, the Ghana Rugby Football Union (GRFU), in partnership with the Greater Accra Rugby Association, successfully hosted Rugby Rising Play at the Weija Asaa Park.

The event introduced 350 girls from 11 schools to rugby, mentorship, and essential health education.

Highlights

Rugby Skills Sessions:
GRFU development coaches led exciting, non-contact rugby activities, including passing drills, movement exercises, teamwork sessions and safe-play demonstrations.

Health & Empowerment Education:
Patricia Atsufi Akakpo from the Weija and Gbawie Clinics delivered an engaging talk on teenage pregnancy, menstrual hygiene, self-care, and confidence-building. The girls participated actively and asked insightful questions.

Support for Girls’ Wellbeing:
Each participant received sanitary pads from Sunda International Ghana and KIVO gari products to support menstrual health and encourage consistent participation in school and sports.

Impact

350 girls introduced to rugby

Improved understanding of menstrual hygiene and adolescent health

Strengthened partnerships with schools in the Weija Circuit

Boosted teamwork, confidence, and social engagement among participants

Ghana Rugby extends its appreciation to all participating schools, coaches, volunteers, health professionals, and sponsors for making the festival a remarkable success.

Plans are underway to expand Rugby Rising Play to more circuits across Greater Accra.