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Ghana sports minister Ussif defends Black Stars budget for Afcon and World Cup qualifiers

Ghana Minister for Sports Mustapha Ussif has moved to clarify the Black Stars’ budget for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon and the qualifiers for the 2022 World Cup.

The Government of Ghana has come under criticism for allocating an amount of $25 million for the two targets, with many questioning the nation's priorities amid various financial challenges relating to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The allocation was disclosed by Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo during a meeting on Monday.

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“Out of the $25 million, if we have to play in the Afcon, we have to prepare.