The Minority Caucus in Parliament, led by its leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has donated GHC100,000 in cash to Ghana’s senior women’s national football team, the Black Queens, in recognition of their outstanding performance at the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The gesture was made during a special visit by the Black Queens to Parliament on Tuesday, July 29, where lawmakers gathered to celebrate the team’s recent success. The donation is part of the Caucus’ broader effort to encourage women in sports and show appreciation for the national team’s achievement on the continental stage.
The Black Queens secured third place at the 2024 WAFCON after a thrilling penalty shootout victory over South Africa, marking their best finish in the tournament since 2016. Their resilience and spirited performances throughout the competition earned them accolades both at home and abroad.
Parliament had earlier passed a unanimous motion congratulating the team, which included standout players like captain Portia Boakye and midfielder Grace Asantewaa—both of whom were named in the CAF Team of the Tournament.
The Black Queens, who returned to Ghana on Monday, July 28, have been engaged in a series of celebratory and symbolic activities, including a visit to the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum to pay homage to Ghana’s first president.
The Minority’s donation adds to the growing support and recognition for the team, reinforcing the national sentiment that the Black Queens deserve not only applause but tangible investment in their continued success.
