Ghana and Belarus discuss sports training and scholarship agreement

Ghanaian Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams and Belarusian Sports Minister Sergey Kovalchuk have held discussions regarding a proposed Memorandum of Understanding to enhance athlete development. The talks took place on the sidelines of the 14th International Sports Forum in Krasnoyarsk, Russia.

The proposed agreement focuses on coach education, scholarships, sports science, and the development of grassroots and school-based sports. Minister Adams emphasized that improving coaching standards and technical education is a priority for Ghana’s ongoing sports reforms.

Minister Kovalchuk indicated that Belarus is prepared to offer technical training and scholarship opportunities for Ghanaian coaches through its state universities and specialized sporting institutions. Potential areas for cooperation include wrestling, rowing, and weightlifting. The discussions also covered advancements in sports medicine and the utilization of Belarusian Olympic training facilities and sports science centers.