Members of boxing star Anthony Joshua’s management team—known as Legacy+ Rise—paid a special courtesy call on former President John Dramani Mahama during their recent visit to Ghana.
The visit took place at the former president’s residence in Accra, where the team shared their mission and plans for Africa’s boxing and youth development scenes.
🥊 Who Is Legacy+ Rise?
Legacy+ Rise is the official management and promotional team behind Anthony Joshua. They are currently on a West African tour, exploring opportunities to support young talent in sports, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
Their goal is to create platforms that uplift African youth, especially through boxing and related industries.
🇬🇭 Why the Visit?
The team expressed appreciation for Ghana’s growing interest in sports development and highlighted their desire to work with local institutions. They also praised Mahama’s past support for sports during his presidency.
In response, former President Mahama thanked the group and encouraged more private-sector involvement in sports. He also emphasized the need for mentorship and structures that give young people a real shot at success.
🌍 Big Picture
This visit marks another milestone in efforts to build global partnerships that bring long-term benefits to Ghanaian youth — especially in boxing, where talents like Joshua serve as powerful role models.
🗣️ Your Thoughts?
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