GHANA DEAF Sports Federation

🇬🇭 2026 GDSF OPEN FORUM SUCCESSFULLY HELD 🇬🇭

The Ghana Deaf Sports Federation (GDSF) successfully held its 2026 Open Forum at the GNAD Conference Centre in Accra, bringing together member associations, sports leaders, past GNAD presidents, the current GNAD Director, and passionate Deaf sports supporters.

Representatives from Deaf Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Padel, Golf, Rugby and other sports participated in an open and constructive dialogue about the future of Deaf sports in Ghana.

GDSF President Mr. Jonathan Michael Amuah delivered an important orientation on the Deaflympics structure and called on all member associations to respect constitutional procedures of the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD), strengthen cooperation, and support the national federation.

Discussions on the True State of GDSF acknowledged current challenges, including the ICSD suspension. However, the forum emphasized that this is not a setback, but a moment to RESET, REFORM, and REBUILD a stronger federation.

Key Action Points from the Forum:
✔ Re-investigate the ICSD suspension
✔ Review the GDSF/GNAD MoU
✔ Strengthen institutional alignment
✔ Establish a 2027 Elections Committee

Together, we move forward with unity, accountability, and renewed commitment to Deaf sports in Ghana.

GDSF extends sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to making the 2026 Open Forum a success.

The future of Deaf sports in Ghana is being rebuilt together ❤️ 🇬🇭

This Saturday!

The 1st ever Ghana National Deaf Sports Open Forum revealing the True State of the National Federation.

Come and get ENLIGHTENED, EDUCATED, AND INFORMED!

We are building bridges and will get there... 🇬🇭

UPDATE: 2026 GDSF Open Forum

Location: GNAD Conference Hall
Time: 11:30am

Please note that space is limited. To secure your spot, kindly text your name to 0553409787 to confirm attendance. Thank you. fans

Strengthening Partnerships for the Development of Deaf Padel in Ghana 🇬🇭🎾

The Ghana Deaf Sports Federation (GDSF) held a fruitful meeting with the Professional Padel Association of Ghana (PPAOG) to discuss a proposed collaboration aimed at developing Deaf Padel in Ghana.

The meeting also served as an opportunity to officially present Mr. Abdul-Rahamani Ben Braimah, Interim President of the Ghana Deaf Padel Association (GDPA), as the leader spearheading the growth of Deaf Padel in the country.

Present at the meeting were:

Mr. Kumah Bernard Selly Kosi – Secretary General, Ghana Deaf Sports Federation (GDSF)

Mr. Jean Noel Said – President, Professional Padel Association of Ghana (PPAOG)

Mr. Abdul-Rahamani Ben Braimah – Interim President, Ghana Deaf Padel Association (GDPA)

Our dedicated Sign Language Interpreter

This engagement marks an important step towards inclusivity and the structured development of Deaf Padel in Ghana.

The Ghana Deaf Sports Federation is also preparing to represent Ghana at the Assembly of Founding Members of the Deaf International Padel Federation (DIPAF) scheduled for Barcelona later this year.

Together, we are building opportunities, breaking barriers, and creating pathways for Deaf athletes in Ghana.

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The 2026 GDSF Open Forum is scheduled for March, 2026 at the Ghana National Association of the Deaf premises, Accra.

You are especially welcome to participate in the discussions on our today, our tomorrow and our future.

Limited space available so please send a text message or video call on 0553409787 to register attendance.

Thank you.

DEAF BASKETBALL GHANA RECEIVES FACELIFT

Kevin Kovacs, former Head Coach of Gallaudet Bison Basketball team, led Giants of Africa in refurbishing the basketball court at the oldest school for the deaf in Ghana. The team also made generous donations of basketball accessories and introduced the children to the game of basketball. Sports kits from Gallaudet University Bison Basketball were also donated to deaf students and teachers.

The Demonstration School for the Deaf (Demodeaf), originally known as the Ghana Mission School for the Deaf, was established in 1957 by the late Dr. Andrews Jackson Foster, a pioneering African-American deaf educator and missionary, popularly known as the “Father of Deaf Education in Africa.”

Inspired by the late Andrew Jackson Foster’s dedication to deaf education, Kevin Kovacs considered it an honour to contribute to the school’s infrastructure as part of efforts to sustain and promote Foster’s legacy and increase public recognition.

Together with a team from Giants of Africa, the newly refurbished basketball court has been handed over to the school authorities, reaffirming the organisation’s commitment to promoting inclusive sports development, particularly deaf basketball in Ghana.

"Demodeaf Dream Big" project comes as a great relief to the Deaf Sports community in Ghana. Working with Kevin Kovacs, in collaboration with the Ghana Basketball Association, the Ghana Deaf Sports Federation (GDSF) aims to revive deaf basketball and propel it to greater heights.

The federation extends its gratitude to all key actors and stakeholders: Demodeaf, Kevin Kovacs, Giants of Africa, Gallaudet University, the Ghana Basketball Association, and the Deaf Community.

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✨️THE BEST OF 2025✨️
Projeto Raízes Do Brazil Stage: African Continent 2025.
A cultural exchange project with Educação Infantil e Bercario|NICC, where children learned about Ghanaian culture under the guidance of Ms. Gabriela Oliveira.
The children were introduced to various aspects of Ghanaian culture, including food, clothing, entertainment, historical sites, and Ghanaian Sign Language.
This initiative, conceived by Ms. Gabriela Oliveira, was facilitated by the Ghanaian volleyball team that traveled to Brazil to participate in an international friendly match and volleyball training program with the Brazilian National Deaf Volleyball Team.
Special thanks to the Brazil Embassy in Ghana and the CBDS Brasil - Confederação Brasileira de Desportos de Surdos for fostering Ghana-Brazil relations.

The GHANA DEAF Sports Federation (GDSF) was honoured to participate in the 2nd Chung Do Kwan & Deaf Empowerment Open Taekwondo Championship, hosted by the Demonstration School for the Deaf, Mampong-Akwapim, Ghana. This remarkable event was organised to celebrate the talents of young participants while instilling discipline, self-confidence, respect, and hardwork, which are core values essential to their growth and development.

The Secretary-General of the National Federation, Mr. Bernard Selly Kosi Kumah , on behalf of the Deaf Sports community, expressed heartfelt appreciation to the organisers for their dedication and commitment. He further assured the Federation’s continued cooperation and collaboration to develop the sport and groom athletes for domestic and international engagements.

Additionally, Mr. Stephen Abrokwah, Deputy Secretary-General of the Ghana Deaf Football Federation (GDFF), has been appointed to lead the development and promotion of Taekwondo, working closely with the National Federation and event organisers. He will serve as the Interim Management Coordinator (IMC) until substantive appointments are made or elections are held.

Special appreciation goes to Mr. Sylvanus Akoto, President of Chung Do Kwan Ghana, for his unwavering dedication to empowering individuals who are deaf through sports.

The Federation also extends sincere gratitude to the South Korea Deaf Sports Federation for their generous donation of Taekwondo uniforms. Thank you all, more to come....






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