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Ghana is setting its sights on hosting the 2038 FIFA World Cup as part of its comprehensive 40-year national development plan.
The ambitious bid is a key component of the plan formulated by the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) and aims to position Ghana as a global sporting destination.
Dr Nii Moi Thompson, the Director-General of the NDPC, revealed the country's intentions during an interview on Metro TV's Good Evening Ghana program on Tuesday night.
However, he emphasized that the bid is contingent upon Ghana meeting specific financial and infrastructure targets outlined in the draft National Development Plan, which was recently submitted to the government.
Under the long-term development plan, Ghana aims to host major international events, including the FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games.
The plan underscores the country's commitment to leveraging sports as a catalyst for national progress and global recognition.
One of the significant infrastructure projects envisioned in the 40-year development plan is the construction of a state-of-the-art stadium named the "Black Star Stadium.
This modern facility will incorporate cutting-edge 21st-century technology, with the stadium roof adorned with solar panels. To ensure seamless connectivity, the stadium will be intricately linked to an extensive road and rail network.
Notably, Ghana has never had the opportunity to host a FIFA World Cup or the Olympic Games in its 60-year history.
If successful in its bid, Ghana would become only the second African nation, following in the footsteps of South Africa, which hosted the prestigious tournament in 2010.
Ghana is setting its sights on hosting the 2038 FIFA World Cup as part of its comprehensive 40-year national development plan.
The ambitious bid is a key component of the plan formulated by the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) and aims to position Ghana as a global sporting destination.
Dr Nii Moi Thompson, the Director-General of the NDPC, revealed the country's intentions during an interview on Metro TV's Good Evening Ghana program on Tuesday night.
However, he emphasized that the bid is contingent upon Ghana meeting specific financial and infrastructure targets outlined in the draft National Development Plan, which was recently submitted to the government.
Under the long-term development plan, Ghana aims to host major international events, including the FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games.
The plan underscores the country's commitment to leveraging sports as a catalyst for national progress and global recognition.
One of the significant infrastructure projects envisioned in the 40-year development plan is the construction of a state-of-the-art stadium named the "Black Star Stadium.
This modern facility will incorporate cutting-edge 21st-century technology, with the stadium roof adorned with solar panels. To ensure seamless connectivity, the stadium will be intricately linked to an extensive road and rail network.
Notably, Ghana has never had the opportunity to host a FIFA World Cup or the Olympic Games in its 60-year history.
If successful in its bid, Ghana would become only the second African nation, following in the footsteps of South Africa, which hosted the prestigious tournament in 2010.