Ibrahim Mahama backs Ghana with $5m World Cup sponsorship

Ibrahim Mahama’s mining company, Engineers & Planners, has pledged $5 million as the headline sponsor for Ghana’s fundraising drive ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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The significant financial commitment is expected to strengthen preparations for the Black Stars as they prepare to compete in the tournament set to be hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Ghana has been placed in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama.

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The fundraising initiative is designed to mobilise resources to support key areas such as logistics, training, and overall team readiness, ensuring the squad is fully equipped to compete at the highest level.

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The involvement of engineers & planners represents a major private sector investment in Ghanaian football, with the Mahama family continuing to play a prominent role in the development of sports in the country.

The sponsorship is also expected to ease the financial burden on the Ghana Football Association as it completes its final preparations for the World Cup campaign.