British Boxing Champion Anthony Joshua Pays Courtesy Call on President Mahama
British professional boxer, Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua officially meets President Mahama.
Padmore Yankey 
British professional boxer and two-time former unified world heavyweight champion, Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua, has officially met with Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, during a courtesy call that highlighted cultural ties, sports diplomacy, and youth inspiration.
The meeting, which took place at the Jubilee House in Accra, marked a symbolic moment between one of the most celebrated athletes of African descent and the sitting President of Ghana. Anthony Joshua, whose Nigerian heritage and global athletic acclaim have made him a figure of inspiration across the continent, expressed admiration for Ghana’s cultural richness and warm hospitality.
President Mahama warmly welcomed the boxing star, acknowledging his achievements in the global sporting arena and his impact on African youth. “Your discipline, strength, and perseverance embody the kind of excellence we strive to inspire in our young people,” the President said. “Ghana is proud to celebrate and connect with you.”
The two also discussed the importance of investing in youth development through sports, mentorship, and education. Anthony Joshua, known for his philanthropic work and advocacy for discipline through boxing, commended the President for Ghana’s growing interest in sports as a tool for social change.
Photos of the meeting, shared on social media, quickly went viral, with fans across Ghana and Nigeria celebrating the cross-cultural connection. The visit is expected to spark further discussions around sports development in Ghana and Africa more broadly.
Anthony Joshua, who has long expressed his desire to connect more deeply with his African roots, continues to use his platform not just to compete, but to uplift and empower.
