In the heart of Ghana, where football has long reigned supreme, a quiet shift is underway. Lesser-known sports are gaining ground—not just as games, but as powerful tools for social development, youth empowerment, and national pride. At PayAngel, we believe in the transformative power of sport beyond the mainstream, and through our CSR partnership with the Tusk Foundation, we’re taking an active role in nurturing the next generation of leaders through basketball—while also shining a spotlight on other rising sports like rugby and cricket.
Uplifting Communities Through Basketball: The PayAngel & Tusk Foundation Partnership
In line with our commitment to community development, PayAngel is proud to support the work of the Tusk Foundation, a Ghana-based nonprofit dedicated to using basketball as a catalyst for change. Tusk’s programs go far beyond athletic training—they provide mentorship, life skills, and educational support to youth from all walks of life.
Their structured development system—from the youngest in the NEXTGEN group to elite youth athletes—ensures a consistent path for personal and athletic growth. More importantly, the Tusk Foundation emphasizes values like confidence, equality, and teamwork, fostering not just players, but future leaders.
Inside the Game: The Tusk Team and the League
At the heart of Tusk’s impact lies the Tusk League, a dynamic youth basketball league that unites communities across Ghana. With divisions tailored to different age groups and skill levels, the league provides structured opportunities for young athletes to compete, grow, and connect.
Behind the scenes, the Tusk Team, a passionate group of coaches, mentors, and volunteers works tirelessly to provide training, guidance, and encouragement. Their dedication creates a safe and empowering environment where young people can flourish both on and off the court.
PayAngel’s Role: Fueling Growth and Access
As a trusted remittance provider helping African Diasporas abroad send money home with speed and ease, PayAngel understands the power of connection. Our partnership with Tusk Foundation reflects that value—using sport as a bridge to opportunity.
Through this CSR initiative, we are:
Supporting Infrastructure and Events – Contributing to basketball courts, equipment, and tournaments that bring communities together.
Empowering Youth Access – Helping extend Tusk’s reach into underserved areas.
Elevating the Game – Helping basketball take its rightful place in Ghana’s growing sports culture.
Shining a Light on Rugby and Cricket
While our CSR partnership is focused on basketball, PayAngel also acknowledges and celebrates the rise of other impactful, lesser-known sports like rugby and cricket.
- Rugby is making waves through initiatives like those led by the Rugby League Federation Ghana, which use sport to empower youth through mentorship, education, and scholarships.
- Cricket, with its global fanbase and rising economic potential, is being championed by groups like the Cricket for Ghana Foundation, aiming to build future talent and attract global attention to Ghana.
These sports demonstrate the incredible power of sporting diversity to unlock opportunity, build character, and support economic development.
Sports as a Tool for Nation Building
At PayAngel, we believe that embracing a wider range of sports can unlock national benefits:
Youth Empowerment – Teaching discipline, leadership, and teamwork
Economic Growth – Creating jobs, attracting investment, and fostering entrepreneurship
International Recognition – Broadening Ghana’s presence on the global sporting stage
Health and Wellness – Encouraging active lifestyles and lowering public health costs
As sports industry expert James Brew Amissah puts it:
“If the right type of financial assistance and investment is given to sports like Basketball, Swimming, Tennis, Rugby and Cycling… the nation would definitely be much better off for it.”
A Shared Vision: Spreading Smiles Through Sport
At PayAngel, our mission to spread smiles and enrich lives is about more than just financial services. Just as we’ve innovated with Direct-to-Merchant Remittances and RemitCare, we’re proud to support groundbreaking grassroots efforts like Tusk’s youth basketball programs.
We’re also committed to celebrating and amplifying the voices of all those working to uplift young people through sports—whether it’s on the basketball court, rugby pitch, or cricket field.
Join the Movement
We invite you to be part of this journey. Whether you’re a fan, a potential partner, or simply someone who believes in the power of sport to change lives, there’s a role for you.
- Support youth basketball through the Tusk Foundation
- Highlight success stories in rugby, cricket, and other emerging sports
- Partner with us in building a stronger, more inclusive sporting future for Ghana
Together, we can empower a generation, diversify Ghana’s sports culture, and build a brighter tomorrow—one game at a time.
