{"id":249651,"date":"2024-11-12T14:11:16","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T14:11:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/11\/12\/big-boost-for-african-sports\/"},"modified":"2024-11-12T14:11:16","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T14:11:16","slug":"big-boost-for-african-sports","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/11\/12\/big-boost-for-african-sports\/","title":{"rendered":"Big Boost For African Sports"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Ntoudi Mouyelo Katoula<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>BETPAWA, a leading online betting company, has announced a groundbreaking $10 million initiative aimed at promoting sports development across Africa, beginning with Ghana.<\/p>\n<p>This five-year commitment seeks to revolutionise sports sponsorship through programmes designed to empower both male and female athletes, enhance football infrastructure, and support community development.<\/p>\n<p>During a media briefing in Accra, betPawa\u2019s Chief Commercial Officer, Ntoudi Mouyelo Katoula, unveiled the ambitious plan, highlighting the company\u2019s dedication to advancing African sports. A standout feature of the initiative is the \u201cLocker Room Bonus,\u201d which will ensure equal pay for male and female football players. Under this programme, every player on the winning team will receive a GH\u00a2400 bonus immediately after each victory, starting with female teams in Ghana\u2019s FA Cup.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re investing equally in both men\u2019s and women\u2019s leagues,\u201d Katoula stated.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEvery player on a winning squad will receive GH\u00a2400 before they leave the locker room. It\u2019s our commitment to fairness, showing that all athletes deserve equal recognition.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>BetPawa\u2019s focus extends beyond player incentives; the company has also pledged to enhance Ghana\u2019s football infrastructure. A key component of this commitment includes constructing new stadium seating at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, thereby creating a high-caliber venue for local athletes and fans. This upgrade reflects betPawa\u2019s dedication to elevating Ghanaian sports facilities to meet international standards.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBy investing in infrastructure, we\u2019re helping to shape the future of football in Ghana,\u201d Katoula explained. \u201cOur goal is to inspire athletes and fans alike by building spaces that foster community and enthusiasm for the sport.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In addition to its sports initiatives, betPawa is committed to responsible gaming. In partnership with the Gaming Commission, the company has established Ghana\u2019s first nationwide call centre for problem gambling support. 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