The Ghana Kendo Federation (GKF) was established in 2024 as a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the practice and spirit of Kendo in alignment with its traditional values. The federation aims to:

1. Foster and develop the practice and ethos of Kendo, organize and regulate its activities nationally and internationally, represent Ghana in global Kendo events, and oversee the promotion of members to higher ranks.

2. Encourage the highest ethical standards while cultivating self-discipline and character through regular practice. Members of the GKF are expected to always uphold these standards.

3. Uphold the core principles of democracy within its operations and practices.

As the sole recognized body for Kendo, Iaido, and Jodo in Ghana, the GKF is officially accredited by the Registrar General’s Department and the National Sports Authority of Ghana.

As a newly established federation, the GKF is committed to expanding the practice of Kendo and aims to affiliate with both the European Kendo Federation and the International Kendo Federation by 2025. The federation currently benefits from training support provided by the Embassy of Japan. This partnership seeks to develop skilled instructors, many of whom have backgrounds in Judo, Aikido, Karate-Do, and Taekwondo within Ghana.