Africa-Press – Ghana. The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, and members of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports paid a working visit to English club Sunderland A.F.C. over the weekend to deepen ties and explore new opportunities for the Democracy Cup initiative.
The Democracy Cup, established by the Speaker, serves as a platform to bridge the gap between Parliament and citizens through sports, while celebrating Ghana’s democratic journey.
The competition has become a symbolic event, highlighting the role of sports in promoting national unity and civic engagement.
Since its inception, the tournament has produced two champions, Ghana Premier League giants Asante Kotoko and Accra Hearts of Oak.
As part of efforts to broaden the impact of the competition and expose players and administrators to international best practices, the Democracy Cup, organised by Primeval Media and sponsored by the KGL Group, offers the winning club the opportunity to visit a partner team abroad.
Following their victory in the maiden edition, Asante Kotoko travelled to Washington in the United States.
Under the newly established partnership with Sunderland, the 2026 winners of the Democracy Cup would have the opportunity to visit the United Kingdom.
Meanwhile, last year’s winners, Hearts of Oak, are scheduled to play against a Premier League club in South Africa later this year.
The initiative allows players and club officials to observe how football operates within more developed systems, while also giving players the chance to showcase their talents internationally.
The programme is also expected to boost Ghana’s global sporting profile.
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports delegation was led by Mr Ernest Nogbey (Chairman), Mr Vincent Ekow Assifuah (Ranking Member), and committee member Madam Lawrencia Djowornu.
The visit marks another step in strengthening international collaboration through sport while advancing the broader objectives of the Democracy Cup initiative.
