Ghana Export-Import Bank (Ghana EXIMBank) has commissioned the Awoamefia Togbi Sri III Astro Turf Park at Hogbe Park in Anloga, providing the municipality with a modern sports facility designed to support football development and community activities.

The commissioning ceremony brought together the Awoamefia of Anlo State, Togbi Sri III, the Awadada of Anlo Dukor, Togbui Agbesi Awusu II, government officials, traditional leaders and residents of Anloga.

Speaking at the event, Chief Executive of Ghana EXIMBank, Sylvester Adinam Mensah, said the project was undertaken to address the deteriorating condition of the old Hogbe Park, now renamed Awoamefia Togbi Sri III Astro Turf Park, which could no longer adequately support social activities, competitive football and organised sporting programs.

“Hogbe Park has a place in the memory of this community. It has hosted games, events, and gatherings over many years. However, a facility can only serve its purpose if it meets the standards required. The condition of the park had deteriorated to the point where it could no longer support competitive football or structured sporting activity at the level this community deserves,” he revealed.

He further disclosed the motive behind the project.

“The proposal to install an astro turf surface at HogbePark came with a clear case: Anloga has the population, the sporting culture, and the talent. What was missing was the infrastructure. Ghana Export-Import Bank assessed that case and found it credible. We provided financing for this project under our mandate to support investment that generates economic and social returns for Ghanaians,” he added.

He said the bank approved financing for the project as a corporate social responsibility initiative after assessing the need for modern sports infrastructure in Anloga, a community with a strong sporting tradition and talent base.

According to Mensah, the facility has been built to international specifications and will support year-round activities, including league matches, training programmes, tournaments and school competitions.

Mensah also stressed the importance of proper management of the facility, stating that Ghana EXIMBank would continue to take an interest in its utilisation and maintenance.

As part of measures to ensure sustainability, a management committee was inaugurated to oversee the operations of the park.



The committee includes representatives of the Anloga Municipal Assembly, the Anlo Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Its responsibilities include administration, maintenance and access management.

The Ghana EXIMBank CEO credited Togbi Sri III for championing the project, saying the traditional ruler identified the need for the facility and played a key role in ensuring its completion.

For his part, Togbi Sri III expressed gratitude to Ghana EXIMBank for supporting the development aspirations of the Anlo people. He described the astro turf park as an important investment in the youth and future of the community.



The project forms part of Ghana EXIMBank's corporate social responsibility activities to mark its 10th anniversary.

The commissioning of the Awoamefia Togbi Sri III Astro Turf Park is expected to enhance sports development in Anloga and provide a modern venue for sporting and community events in the municipality.

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