Bukom Boxing Gym Set for France Exchange Programme with Four Fighters

By Emmanuel Austin Baah Last updated Apr 9, 2026

Renowned Ghanaian boxing hub, Bukom Boxing Gym, is set to embark on an international fight trip to France as part of an exchange programme initiated last year to enhance the development of young talents.

The programme, which aims to expose local boxers to international competition and training methods, will see four promising fighters represent the gym in a series of bouts and technical sessions with their French counterparts.

The travelling team includes Mathias Ashitey (52kg), Precious Akai Nettey (63kg), Emmanuel Attoh (60kg), and James Armah (64kg). Each boxer has been selected based on recent performances and their potential to compete at a higher level.

Coaches at the Bukom Boxing Gym believe the exchange programme will not only sharpen the fighters’ technical abilities but also build their confidence as they face different styles in the European boxing scene. The initiative is also expected to strengthen sporting ties between Ghana and France while creating opportunities for talent identification and future collaborations.

Speaking ahead of the trip, officials expressed optimism that the experience will play a crucial role in preparing the boxers for upcoming regional and international competitions.

The fighters are expected to engage in competitive bouts, joint training sessions, and cultural exchanges during their stay, marking another important step in Bukom’s long-standing reputation as the cradle of Ghanaian boxing excellence.

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My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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Emmanuel Austin Baah

My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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