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13th African Games: Ghana records highest medal haul in history

13th African Games: Ghana records highest medal haul in history

Africa News, Ghana News, Sports
Ghana has recorded her largest medal haul in the history of the African Games at the 13th edition of the event that ended in Accra at the weekend. Accra 2023 marked the first time Ghana was hosting the Games, hauling 68 medals- 19 gold, 29 silver and 20 bronze- the largest in the nation's history. This marks the nation’s most successful participation since the Games’ inception in 1965, surpassing its previous best of 27 medals attained during the 1973 Games in Lagos, Nigeria. With the nation waiting for success to begin the celebrations, Winnifred Ntumi delivered the first medal in weightlifting to kick off Ghana’s historic haul. Ghana’s most popular sport, football made history with both male and female teams winning gold at stake in their respective categories over three ...
Rose Yeboah in pole position to qualify for Paris 2024 Olympics by virtue of African Games feat

Rose Yeboah in pole position to qualify for Paris 2024 Olympics by virtue of African Games feat

Africa News, Ghana News, Sports
Rose Amoanimaa Yeboah, the Ghanaian high jumper who won gold at the just-ended African Games, is in pole position to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. With three months to the start of the quadrennial affair, Ghanaians have been worried that no athlete has yet qualified in any sport. Indeed, one of the main hopes of the African Games being hosted in Ghana was the fact that home support could spur some of the nation’s athletes to clock times, distances and heights that could propel them to Paris. With the African Games ending on Saturday, Joy Sports' analysis of the Olympic criteria suggests that, barring seismic circumstances, the 22-year-old should be there. The calculationAccording to the Olympic Games criteria, 32 athletes are eligible to participate in the women’s high...
Photos from athletics competition at 13th African Games

Photos from athletics competition at 13th African Games

Africa News, Ghana News, Sports
The 13th African Games once again showcased an impressive demonstration of talent from athletes representing their respective countries. Prior to the ongoing sporting events held across the various cities in Ghana, the University of Ghana Sports Stadium hosted an exhilarating athletics competition that captivated audiences and supporters. The games commenced in the early hours of Monday, March 18, 2024, and continued into the evening, featuring events such as the 100m heat, 400m heat, 800m, 4x400m relay, 1500m, 100m hurdles, high jump and discus. Myjoyonlines' photojournalist, David Andoh was present at the event and captured these remarkable photos. ...
African Games 2023: Gold medalists to get $3000 as Ghana announces reward package for athletes

African Games 2023: Gold medalists to get $3000 as Ghana announces reward package for athletes

Africa News, Ghana News, Sports
Ghana's Ministry of Youth and Sports has announced reward packages for athletes who win medals at the 2023 African Games in Accra. According to the ministry, winning a gold medal will attract a prize of $3000, $2000 for winning a silver medal, while bronze medals will attract a cash prize of $1000. The figures were revealed at a press briefing in Accra on Sunday evening, the eve of the start of the athletics leg of the games. Athletes will also receive Ghs 1000 per diem for each of the 14 days they will be in camp during the games. Ghana has already won 46 medals after 10 days of competition, with 9 gold, 22 silver, 15 bronze. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily repr...
All African Games: Egypt, Angola beat Ghana’s indoor teams

All African Games: Egypt, Angola beat Ghana’s indoor teams

Africa News, Ghana News, Sports
At the Borteyman Sports Complex over the weekend were various sporting activities including handball, tennis and volleyball. Ghana’s handball team was beaten by their Angolan counterpart, while the national female volleyball team was beaten by Egypt. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Pent Tv Limited. Source: Myjoyonline
13th African Games set to kick off in spectacular opening ceremony Friday

13th African Games set to kick off in spectacular opening ceremony Friday

Africa News, Ghana News, Headlines Today, Sports
Accra, Ghana - The stage is set for an unforgettable start to the 13th African Games as anticipation reaches fever pitch for a spectacular opening ceremony today, March 8, 2024.  With the University of Ghana Stadium poised to transform into a hub of cultural celebration and sporting excellence, excitement is palpable among attendees and viewers worldwide. From the precision of military displays to the rhythm and energy of top Ghanaian and foreign artists, every moment is primed to captivate and inspire. Commencing earlier this week with various competitions including table tennis, karate-do, cricket, football and badminton at the Accra International Conference Centre and other venues, the official opening ceremony, slated for 3 p.m., marks the beginning of Africa's biggest sp...
African Games: Team Ghana gear up for success

African Games: Team Ghana gear up for success

Africa News, Ghana News, Sports
As Accra prepares to host the 13th African Games, excitement builds among Ghanaian athletes, eager to compete on home turf.  With the opening ceremony imminent, athletes are putting the finishing touches on their preparations for this prestigious continental event.  While the final roster of nearly 500 Ghanaian athletes is yet to be confirmed by Chef de Mission Ernest Danso, several sporting federations have already submitted their teams.  Leading the pack is the Ghana Football Association with a contingent of 40 players comprising 20 Black Satellites players and 20 Black Princess players; Ghana Athletics, with 36 athletes, followed by the Ghana Table Tennis Association, which will be represented by 10 players, eager to demonstrate their prowess on home soil. The...
African Games 2023: Photos of University of Ghana Stadium to host competition

African Games 2023: Photos of University of Ghana Stadium to host competition

Africa News, Sports
The University of Ghana Stadium is one of the major venues that will be used during the 13th edition of the African Games. The facility was officially commissioned by Vice President Dr Mahamadu Bawumia in time ahead of the start of the Games to be staged in Ghana this month. Handed to Consar Limited, the University of Ghana Stadium has a standard football pitch, an 8-lane running track, an 8-lane, warm-up track, an athletic oval, a media centre, a VVIP Lounge, offices and an upgraded rugby pitch. The venue will host competitions such as athletics, football games and rugby. See images of the University of Ghana Stadium as taken by Myjoyonlione's photojournalist Samuel Moore. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions...
AFCON 2023: Nigeria’s Super Eagles rewarded with national award, plots of land, flats

AFCON 2023: Nigeria’s Super Eagles rewarded with national award, plots of land, flats

Africa News, Headlines Today, Sports
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday rewarded the Super Eagles of Nigeria with a national award (Member of the Order of the Niger, MON), flats in the Federal Capital Territory, and a piece of land. President Tinubu made the pronouncement when he received the players and officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja. The delegation was led by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh. The Super Eagles finished as runners-up in the just concluded African Cup of Nations (AFCON), hosted by Côte d’Ivoire who also won gold.  All the team members, clad in green attire, and officials were in attendance, including Alex Iwobi, who had faced cyber attacks following Nigeria’s loss to Cote d’Ivoire at the final. In ...
February FIFA Rankings: Black Stars drop to 67th globally, 14th in Africa

February FIFA Rankings: Black Stars drop to 67th globally, 14th in Africa

Ghana News, Sports
Ghana has dropped six places in the latest FIFA World Rankings following their embarrassing performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Black Stars, who finished the 2023 year in the 61st position, have now dropped to 67th on the log globally while also falling further down on the African continent. Ghana now occupies the 14th position on the CAF rankings with Cape Verde, South Africa, DR Congo all moving above the four-time AFCON winners. The changes come following the completion of the 2023 AFCON which was hosted in Cote d'Ivoire with the Elephants staging a host and win campaign. Ghana exited the group stage after picking up just two points from their three games played against Cape Verde, Egypt and Mozambique. Amongst the African sides, Côte d’Ivoire (39th, u...
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