About Us
Overview of Golf in Ghana
Golf was introduced into the country (Gold Coast) by the early colonial administrators. They constructed Nine-Hole Golf courses mainly in Accra, Ghana. The Amateur Open Golf Championship started in the early 1920s and is linked to the history of golf in Ghana. Records indicate the existence of a Beach Golf Course at Christiansborg in Accra and the growth of golf to other parts of the country, namely Secondi, Takoradi, Winneba, Kumasi and Achimota.
About Ghana Gold Association
The Ghana Golf Association was formed in the mid 1970’s through an affiliation of all the golf clubs in Ghana, led by a group of dedicated Golfers who were members of the biggest Club, Achimota, notably JVL Phillips, Kwesi Chinbuah Acquaah Harrison and the late David Anderson. They became the Executives of the GGA.
The GGA is mandated to promote the game of Golf in Ghana, both Amateur and Professional; regulate all aspects of golf, including interclub disputes, and enforce the rules of Golf in accordance with the rules of the World Ruling Body, Royal and Ancient (R&A) of St Andrews, Scotland.
The GGA is managed by a Council composed of a President, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President, Honorary Secretary, Honorary Deputy Secretary, Honorary Treasurer, and Captains of Affiliated Clubs, two representatives of the Ladies Golf Union (LGU) and the President of the Professional Golfers Union (PGA).
Colonial Roots and Early Growth
Golf was introduced into the country (Gold Coast) by the early colonial administrators. They constructed Nine-Hole Golf courses mainly in Accra, Ghana. The Amateur Open Golf Championship started in the early 1920s and is linked with the history of golf in Ghana. Records indicate the existence of a Beach Golf Course at Christiansborg in Accra and the growth of golf to other parts of the country, namely Secondi, Takoradi, Winneba, Kumasi and Achimota.
Inception of the National Association
The GHANA GOLF ASSOCIATION was formed in the mid 1970's through an affiliation of all the golf clubs in Ghana led by a group of dedicated Golfers who were members of the biggest Club, Achimota, notably JVL Phillips, Kwesi Chinbuah, Acquaah Harrison and the late David Anderson. They became the Executives of the GGA.
Professionalizing and Facilities Upgrade
The GGA is tasked to grow and control the development of Golf in Ghana. Over the years, there has been some improvement in Golf Facilities with the construction of 18 Hole Golf courses at Achimota, Tema, Kumasi and Damang.
The establishment of the Ghana Golf Development Board—a collaboration between the R&A and Tullow Oil—was designed to raise the standard of golf in Ghana. This partnership culminated in the appointment of a Director of Golf Ghana (Steve Wilson) to continue and improve the growth of golf in Ghana, and a Golf course Superintendent (Paddy Holohan) for Achimota.
Formation of the Ghana Golf Association
Established as the official body to coordinate golf activities and unify clubs across Ghana.
National Club Network Expansion
Several regional clubs joined under GGA, strengthening national representation.
Introduction of Junior Golf Programs
Launched youth development initiatives to train and inspire young golfers.
First National Golf Championship
Organized the inaugural nationwide tournament, setting a new standard for local competition.
Modernization & Digital Integration
Began digitizing membership, tournament registration, and communication systems.
Regional Development Drive
Expanded outreach to new regions, supporting course upgrades and community golf projects.
Golf for All Initiative
Introduced inclusive programs promoting golf accessibility for schools and communities.