The leadership of the Ghana Universities Sports Association (GUSA) has paid a courtesy call on the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Professor John Kwaku Mensah Mawutor, as the University hosts the 9th Mini GUSA Games.
The visit, held on Tuesday, 5 May 2026, formed part of engagements ahead of the national inter-university sporting event scheduled for 5–15 May 2026.
The delegation was led by the President of GUSA, Mr Shaibu Tanko, who expressed appreciation to UPSA for accepting to host the Games and for the support extended towards preparations for the tournament.
Mr Tanko said the visit was also to formally introduce the GUSA executive team to the Vice-Chancellor, whom he described as the host and “landlord” of the Games.
He commended the University’s leadership for its commitment to delivering a successful and memorable competition.
“We are grateful for your acceptance to host the 9th Mini GUSA Games and for the immense support you have demonstrated towards preparations for the upcoming event,” Mr Tanko said. “We are confident that under your leadership, UPSA will deliver a memorable and impactful competition.”
The delegation included the Vice President of GUSA, Professor Dominic Otoo; Organising Secretary, Dr Mensah; Financial Secretary, Coach Ali Ibrahim; and Public Relations Officer, Mrs Emma Pimpong.
Welcoming the delegation, Professor Mawutor expressed delight at UPSA’s selection as host of the 9th Mini GUSA Games, describing it as a privilege and a significant milestone in the University’s history.
“This is the first time UPSA will be hosting this important national sporting event, and we consider it a great honour,” Prof Mawutor said. “As a University, we are excited to offer participants and patrons an excellent experience, both in competition and hospitality.”
The Vice-Chancellor noted that sports had evolved beyond recreation into a major avenue for economic opportunity, talent development and national cohesion.
He said universities had a responsibility to help identify, nurture and support young sporting talent while promoting excellence beyond the classroom.
“Sports today is not only about entertainment; it is also a thriving business with immense opportunities,” he stated. “We must therefore position ourselves strategically to harness its full potential.”
Prof Mawutor further encouraged GUSA to consider expanding participation in the Games to include private and technical universities, noting that a more inclusive approach would help revive interest in tertiary-level sports and deepen competitiveness across institutions.
He reaffirmed UPSA’s commitment to investing in sports as part of its broader agenda for holistic student development, adding that the University remains focused on combining academic excellence with strong support for extracurricular and sporting activities.
The 9th Mini GUSA Games is expected to bring together student-athletes from universities across Ghana to compete, build friendships and promote unity, sportsmanship and excellence within the tertiary education sector.
