Dr. David Wuaku Calls for Increased Support for Ghana Anti-Doping Agency to Strengthen Fight Against Doping

Ghana Sports Fund Administrator, Dr. David Kofi Wuaku, has called for increased institutional and financial support for the Ghana Anti-Doping Agency (GADA) to enable it to effectively discharge its mandate and strengthen the fight against doping in sports.

Dr. Wuaku stressed the importance of adequately resourcing the agency to ensure it has the capacity to carry out its responsibilities, promote clean sports and protect the integrity of sporting competitions in the country.

He made the call during a stakeholder meeting organised by the Ghana Anti-Doping Agency at the AH Hotel in Accra to discuss the proposed 2027 revisions to the World Anti-Doping Code, International Standards and Prohibited List.

The meeting brought together key stakeholders in Ghana’s sports sector to deliberate on the proposed changes and their implications for the country’s anti-doping framework.

Among the dignitaries present were the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, and the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Anti-Doping Agency, Killian Kwame Abrampah, alongside other stakeholders from the sports industry.

The discussions focused on the importance of aligning Ghana’s anti-doping policies and practices with evolving international standards while strengthening awareness, compliance and enforcement across the sporting community.

Dr. Wuaku’s call highlights the need for stronger collaboration among government institutions, sports federations and other stakeholders to ensure Ghana has a well-resourced anti-doping system capable of safeguarding athletes and promoting fairness in sports.

The proposed 2027 revisions to the World Anti-Doping Code and its accompanying standards are expected to shape the global approach to anti-doping, making stakeholder engagement and preparation important for countries seeking to remain compliant with international requirements.