In anticipation of the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Ghana Football Association (GFA) is set to enforce stringent security measures around the Black Stars’ training camp in Kumasi. This decisive move comes following a strategic shift in the team’s training location from South Africa to Kumasi.
Henry Asante Twum, the spokesperson for the Ghana FA, disclosed that the decision to bolster security protocols is a proactive response to the relocation of the training camp. The comprehensive security overhaul includes collaboration with both the police and military forces to ensure the safety and focused preparation of the national squad.
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Originally intended for South Africa, the recalibration of the training camp’s location prompted a meticulous reassessment of security arrangements to align with the new setting in Kumasi. The national team’s preparations include a crucial friendly match against Namibia, strategically designed to fine-tune their competitive edge ahead of the main AFCON event.
Asante emphasised the proactive stance of the FA, stating, “The FA is taking steps to beef up security at the hotel. There is an advanced team in Kumasi working on putting things in place. We have spoken to the security apparatus to provide us with top-quality security, and here I am talking about joint police and military so that we will be able to get the atmosphere we are looking for.”
The Black Stars are gearing up for a pre-tournament friendly against Namibia before their journey to Ivory Coast, where they will face Egypt, Cape Verde, and Mozambique in Group B.
