ACADEMY
GHANA
The Right to Dream Ghana Academy is the birthplace of the global Right to Dream community—where the dream began in 1990. It was built on a small scale in Accra and launched independently of a professional team.
In 2010, the Academy moved to its current home in Old Akrade, a village on the banks of the Volta River in Ghana's Eastern region. With this move, the academy increased its capacity from 40 to over 100 student-athletes, providing more young talents aged between 11 and 18 the chance to receive elite-level football training, world-class education, and character development program that supports their journey on and off the field.
A LEGACY
OF IMPACT
& EXCELLENCE
For over 25 years, the Ghana Academy has built a rich history of producing some of the most talented young footballers across Africa. Alumni like West Ham midfielder Mohammed Kudus and Southampton winger Kamaldeen Sulemana have gone to represent their national teams and shine on the global stage. Others, like Ousseni Bouda (Stanford graduate, San Jose Earthquakes forward) and Shakur Mohammed (Duke University graduate, Orlando City midfielder), have pursued both academic and athletic excellence, continuing their journeys in top universities and pro leagues.
"Our job is to bring smiles to the faces of young children. Through football, schooling, and character development, we hope to shape these student-athletes into extraordinary individuals who will in turn extend the smiles to their families and communities. It is an absolute privilege to be part of this journey."
ALEX ASIEDU,
CEO, RTD GHANA ACADEMY
GIRLS ACADEMY
As we believe that all talent deserves a fair opportunity to pursue their dreams, we launched the girls’ residential academy in Ghana in May 2013 - the first of its kind in Africa. It has since been creating opportunities for talented young girls in the region to develop their skills and reach their potential on and off the pitch.
The academy has already produced remarkable graduates such as Princess Marfo
Princess became the first Right to Dream graduate to join the senior women's team at FC Nordsjaelland. She's currently part of Ghana women's national team squad and plays for National Women's Soccer League side Bay FC. Also, Joy Okonye has joined Brown University - Class of 2027. Princess’ and Joy’s journeys will open the door to more opportunities for talented young women at Right to Dream to follow in their footsteps and explore potential futures in professional football and beyond.
