GFF contributes $2.5M to staging of RFA Senior Women’s League

The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has announced a landmark contribution of G$2.5 million to support the Rupununi Football Association (RFA) Senior Women’s League 2025/2026, signalling yet another major investment in the advancement of women’s football in Guyana.
The funding, provided through the GFF Members Financial Assistance Programme (M-FAP), underscores the Federation’s continued commitment to strengthening football in the hinterland and widening access to competitive opportunities for female players nationwide, a release from the Federation on Tuesday highlighted.
According to the GFF, the RFA has long been recognised for its exceptional dedication to the development of women’s football, organising leagues, festivals, and player development programmes for both girls and senior women. Their leadership and consistency have greatly contributed to the growth of the women’s game in the region, prompting the GFF to channel further support into the 2025/2026 edition of the league.

RFA President Mr Norbert Williams expressed profound appreciation on behalf of the Association: “We wish to thank President Wayne Forde and the GFF Council for this meaningful investment in the RFA Senior Women’s League. The GFF has invested consistently in our women’s, men’s, boys’ and girls’ programmes, as well as in refereeing and other capacity-building initiatives across the region. We are proud of the strong working relationship we share with our governing body and look forward to working even more closely with them as we continue to elevate football in the Rupununi.”
The contribution was formally handed over by Mrs Andrea Johnson, President of the GFF Women’s Football Association, and GFF General Secretary Mr Pushpargha Chattopadhyay, on behalf of GFF President Mr Wayne Forde.
This investment further cements 2025 as a historic year for women’s football development in Guyana. The GFF has expanded opportunities at every level, from the launch of Guyana’s first 10-team Women’s Division One League to nationwide girls’ competitions, women-specific coaching education, referee development, and increased exposure for national-team-eligible players.
Speaking at the presentation, Mrs Johnson highlighted the significance of the moment: “The Rupununi continues to lead by example in advancing women’s football. I am incredibly proud of the tremendous work the RFA is doing to ensure that more girls and women have the opportunity to play the sport they love. This investment is a recognition of their commitment and a reinforcement of the GFF’s belief in their vision. I look forward to seeing more RFA women’s teams competing in national tournaments and witnessing Rupununi’s talented players progress to the highest level, including representing our Lady Jags internationally.”
This contribution not only strengthens football in the hinterland but also reflects the GFF’s broader objective of ensuring that geography never limits opportunity. By supporting competitions such as the Senior Women’s League in Region Nine, the GFF is enabling players in remote communities to access the same pathways and developmental structures available on the coast.
GFF President Mr Wayne Forde reaffirmed the Federation’s commitment to its Members and to the continued growth of women’s football: “The GFF stands ready to support all its Members who remain dedicated, resourceful and committed to developing football in their communities. Our ‘You Do, We Do’ philosophy remains central; when members demonstrate effort, accountability, good governance, and respect for the statutes, they will continue to benefit from the opportunities made available through the GFF’s M-FAP programme. The Rupununi Football Association has consistently embodied these values, and this investment reflects our confidence in their leadership and the tremendous progress they continue to make, especially in women’s football.”
The Guyana Football Federation, in a missive, noted that they remain steadfast in their mission to build a strong, inclusive and sustainable future for women’s football across every region of Guyana. This G$2.5 million investment marks another powerful step towards that vision.