{"id":114542,"date":"2026-02-08T09:34:40","date_gmt":"2026-02-08T09:34:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=114542"},"modified":"2026-02-08T09:34:40","modified_gmt":"2026-02-08T09:34:40","slug":"borussia-dortmund-launch-first-african-academy-in-ghana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=114542","title":{"rendered":"Borussia Dortmund launch first African academy in Ghana"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Bundesliga heavyweights Borussia Dortmund have launched their BVB International Academy Ghana, the club\u2019s first international academy on the African continent.<\/p>\n

A ceremony was held at the Kwae Terrace in Accra on Saturday, February 7, 2026, to kick-start its operations.<\/p>\n

The event attracted dozens of football enthusiasts, including officials from the German club, former Ghana internationals, and media personalities.<\/p>\n

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The academy, established in partnership with Accra Shooting Stars FC, is operating on a pay-to-play model but also has scholarships for needy yet talented players aged 6\u201318.<\/p>\n

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Teddy Hiadzi, Director of Borussia Dortmund International Academy \u2013 Ghana, has revealed that parents will pay around \u20ac1,500 to \u20ac2,500 per season to enrol their children at the academy.<\/p>\n

However, talented but needy children will be offered scholarships.#JoySports pic.twitter.com\/qZ2ibeUpXK<\/p>\n

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The BVB International Academy Ghana, in a statement, said, \u201cPlayers follow the internationally recognized BVB training methodology, with a strong emphasis on discipline, leadership, education, nutrition, and personal development, while remaining deeply connected to Ghana\u2019s football culture.\u201d<\/p>\n

Benedikt Scholz, Director of Internationalization and Commercial Partnerships and Managing Director of BVB Football Academy, said: \u201cThis opening is a strong statement in a market with which BVB has been connected for many years through players such as Otto Addo and Ibrahim Tanko. Together with our partners on the ground, we look forward to building sustainable structures step by step for the development of young footballers.\u201d<\/p>\n

Academy Director Teddy Hiadzi highlighted the inclusive approach of the project: \u201cEvery child\u2019s football journey is different. Whether recreational or elite, our goal is to provide quality coaching, structure, and a safe environment where players can grow both on and off the pitch.\u201d<\/p>\n

Former BVB and Black Stars legend Ibrahim Tanko, Ambassador of BVB International Academy Ghana, added: \u201cBringing the BVB philosophy to Ghana is something very special. This country has incredible talent and passion, and this academy will help young players develop the mindset and discipline needed to succeed.\u201d<\/p>\n

Soon after the launch, Dortmund\u2019s Florian Ingwersen (Head of Football Academy) and Michael R\u00fctten (Academy Head of Coaching) supervised a coaching clinic for about 40 children at Achimota School, where the academy is based.<\/p>\n

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A viewing party for Dortmund\u2019s 2-1 win over Wolfsburg at Pitstop in Labone wrapped up the activities.<\/p>\n

Enrolment for the maiden cohort is ongoing, with information sessions and football camps planned in cooperation with local schools.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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