African Football
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) secures deal with Pan-African broadcaster New World TV.
The Confederation of African Football has secured a deal with Pan-African broadcaster New World TV.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has recently concluded a groundbreaking Media Rights Agreement with Pan-African broadcaster New World TV.
This agreement encompasses CAF’s Free to Air and Pay-TV English and Local Languages Media Rights for Sub-Saharan territories, covering the period from 2023 to 2025.
Following a highly competitive tender process involving global broadcasters and agencies, New World TV emerged as the selected recipient. Notably, New World TV had previously secured pay-TV rights for the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar across Sub-Saharan Africa.
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The Media Rights Agreement includes various CAF competitions and events, with a focus on the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire 2023. This collaboration with New World TV is considered a significant milestone, marking the most substantial investment by a Pan-African broadcaster in CAF’s history.
CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe expressed pride in partnering with such an innovative broadcasting company that has adeptly adapted to the evolving demands and viewing patterns of the modern football audience.
Dr. Motsepe emphasized the historic nature of the agreement, citing New World TV’s global competitiveness and adaptability.
Known for its prior acquisition of major sporting rights, New World TV aims to make African football more accessible through innovative approaches, including partnerships with mobile operators and television networks.
Nimonka Kolani, Managing Director of New World TV Group, highlighted the broadcaster’s commitment to ensuring affordable access to competitions for all Africans. Grateful for CAF’s trust, Kolani sees this opportunity as a means to strengthen the bond with the audience during CAF-organized events.
The collaboration with New World TV is expected to bring about a significant infusion of funds from CAF into TV production and football development across Africa.
This represents a strategic move to enhance the visibility of African football on the global stage while fostering financial growth and development within the continent.
Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has voiced concern over the state of football facilities in Ghana, saying inadequate infrastructure is damaging the game’s attractiveness.
The local league’s appeal over the years has dwindled with many calling for immediate action to be taken to salvage the situation.
Speaking to Kumasi based radio station, Ahenfie FM, he expunge on the poor infrastructure in the country which has reduced the appeal of the Ghana Premier League and football in general.
“The poor infrastructure is making our football less attractive.” he ended
His comments highlight ongoing challenges facing the development of football in the country, from grassroots level to the professional game
The 35-year-old, who earned 78 caps and scored 11 goals for the Black Stars between 2008 and 2017, began his career with local sides Berlin FC and Berekum Arsenal before a loan spell at Asante Kotoko.
He later returned to the Ghana Premier League with Accra Great Olympics in 2022–23 after a long career in Europe.
This week’s Ghana Premier League 2026/27 games produced incredible results across the various game venues.
- Swedru All Blacks 1–0 Asante Kotoko
Scorer: Wiafe/Eric Darkwah (penalty, late). - Hearts of Oak 1–0 Port City FC
Scorer: Frank (Abora) Duku (header). - FC AshantiGold 1–0 FC Samartex
Scorer: Raphael Ankamah
- Bechem United 4–2 Vision FC
Scorers (Bechem): Emmanuel Kobi (39’), Yaw Acheampong (62’), Kofi Tompuo (87’), own goal (stoppage time).
Scorers (Vision): Benjamin Kwarteng (47’), Ruben Quaye (51’). - Berekum Chelsea 3–0 Debibi United
Scorers: Stephen Kwakye, Dramani Awuah, Emmanuel Ofosu. - Bibiani Gold Stars 2–0 Basake Holy Stars
Scorer: Kwame Opoku 2x - Karela United 1–0 Dreams FC
Scorer: Malik Abubakar - Medeama SC 3–1 Heart of Lions
Scorers (Medeama): Emmanuel Annor (28’), Kingsley Braye (64’ and 66’).
– Kofi Mawutodzi Agbadji - Young Apostles 1–0 Aduana FC
Scorer: Samuel Prempeh (penalty, first half).
Hearts head coach Nebojša Kapor has lamented the infrastructure problems in Ghanaian football.
Hearts of Oak secured a crucial 1-0 win over Port City FC at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday, ending a three-match winless run in the Ghana Premier League.
Frank Duku’s 20th-minute goal was enough to separate the sides and hand the Phobians three points against the newly promoted outfit.
Despite the win, head coach Nebojša Kapor was left frustrated about the poor state of the Legon pitch.
“This is not our stadium; it’s a national stadium. Ghana football has serious problems with proper pitches,” Kapor said after the match.
The Serbian tactician’s remarks reflect growing frustration among coaches over the quality of playing surfaces across the league.
The Phobias have adopted the University of Ghana as their temporary home venue for the Ghana Premier League.
Hearts of Oak will play Vision FC in the next league game away from home.
Port City FC head coach Ennin Christopher admitted the pain of defeat after his side fell 1-0 to Accra Hearts of Oak in the Ghana Premier League on Sunday.
Frank Abora Duku’s 20th-minute strike proved decisive as the Phobians secured a hard-fought home victory.
Reflecting on the result, Ennin stated his ambitions prior to the game was to win.
“I didn’t come here to draw; I came to win. So, losing is painful, but that’s football,” the Port City coach said.
Before the game, they occupied the 3rd spot on the log and were looking to continue that feat against Hearts tonight.
They will hope to regroup as they face off with Dreams FC in Kukurantumi next week.
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