Bukom Boxing Gym Team Departs for France on Historic “Road to France 2026” Project

By Emmanuel Austin Baah On Apr 21, 2026

The Bukom Boxing Gym team, together with a number of selected Black Bombers boxers, has departed Accra for France to participate in the ambitious “Road to France 2026” project — an exchange programme aimed at strengthening sporting ties between Ghana and France while preparing athletes for future international success.

The delegation is being led by renowned trainer King David Neequaye, popularly known as Harmattan Bird, alongside assistant coach and media officer Augustus Dodoo, widely known as Onelife. The team leaves Ghana full of confidence, pride and determination as they seek to make history on French soil.

Widely regarded as one of Ghana’s most respected boxing institutions, Bukom Boxing Gym carries the hopes of a nation with it. The initiative is expected to provide invaluable exposure, high-level training opportunities and international competition experience for the participating athletes.

The team has received strong backing from Base Pharmacy and Cartel Events, while the trip has been powered by the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF), the National Sports Authority (NSA), the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, and the Ministry of Youth Empowerment.

Speaking ahead of departure, Onelife described the journey as far more than a boxing trip.

“This represents more than boxing — it is a bold step towards excellence, unity and international recognition.”

As the team heads to France, they carry not only their gloves and ambitions, but also the unwavering support and pride of Ghana. The “Road to France 2026” project could mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Ghanaian boxing on the global stage.

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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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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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