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Songstress Wiyaala Electrifies 13th African Games Closing Ceremony
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Songstress Wiyaala Electrifies 13th African Games Closing Ceremony

Wiyaala performing with dancers at the event Ghanaian international songstress, Wiyaala, delivered a mesmerising performance at the closing ceremony of the 13th African Games, which took place on Saturday at the University of Ghana sports stadium. Known as the ‘Lioness of Africa’, Wiyaala showcased her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence, captivating the audience with her soul-stirring performance. Dressed in vibrant, colorful attire, she performed a mix of Afro-pop, rock, and traditional African rhythms, including songs like ‘Africa’ and ‘Coming With Fire’, leaving the crowd in awe of her musical talent and magnetic charm. Many attendees and online viewers showered her with applause for her outstanding performance, likening her to Angelique Kidjo. Known in real life ...
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Stonebwoy and Wiyaala to Perform at the 2023 African Games Closing Ceremony in Ghana!
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Stonebwoy and Wiyaala to Perform at the 2023 African Games Closing Ceremony in Ghana!

Stonebwoy, Wiyaala headline closing ceremony of the African Games BET Award-winning reggae-dancehall artist Stonebwoy and Afropop singer and songwriter Wiyaala will headline the 2023 African Games, Accra, closing ceremony on March 23 at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium in Accra. The Ghanaian international artist, well-known for his worldwide chart-topping hits “Hero” and “Activate,” will enthrall thousands of fans with his exuberance and distinctive blend of dancehall, reggae, and afrobeats prior to other activities that take place that evening. He will be performing live alongside songstress Wiyaala as part of the activities lined up. Wiyaala, an Afro-pop singer-songwriter who sings in her native languages, Sissala and Waala dialects, and English, p...
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13th African Games: Ghana To Face Uganda In Friday’s Final
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13th African Games: Ghana To Face Uganda In Friday’s Final

Ghana will face Uganda in the final of the Men's football competition after beating Senegal 1-0 in the semifinal on Tuesday.  The Black Satellites scored late to beat Young Teranga Lions Senegal to book a place in the final hurdle of the competition. Substitute Michael Ephson latched on to a pass from Jerry Afriyie to slot in the winner for the Black Satellites on the 83rd minute.  Coach Desmond Ofei’s side put out another dominant performance throughout the game to keep their Championship dreams alive. Despite the impressive performance from Ghana, Senegal proved to be formidable opponents as they managed  to prevent Ghana from scoring early on.  Ghana will now face Uganda in the final -after they beat Congo 4-2 in the other semi-final match. The f...
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Ghana set up epic clash with Nigeria in African Games women’s final
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Ghana set up epic clash with Nigeria in African Games women’s final

Hosts Ghana and arch-rivals Nigeria emerged victorious In a thrilling set of women's semi-final clashes at the 13th edition of the African Games on Monday, setting the stage for an epic showdown in Thursday's football final. The women's football competition last four matches witnessed intense battles as teams vied for a spot in the final thus eyeing the gold medal The headline clash of the day was undoubtedly the semi-final showdown between Ghana and Senegal and the stakes were high but the home side triumphed 3-1. Ghana, buoyed by home support, started brightly and took the lead in the 18th minute through Tracy Twum.  The early goal set the tone for Ghana's dominance in the first half, and they doubled their lead just before the break with a goal from Ophelia Amponsah in ...
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African Games: Benjamin Azamati, Barnabas Aggerh set to compete in men’s 100m final
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African Games: Benjamin Azamati, Barnabas Aggerh set to compete in men’s 100m final

Ghana duo Benjamin Azamati and Barnabas Aggerh have advanced to the final of the men’s 100m event at the ongoing African Games. The two sprinters were among three Ghanaian athletes who made the semifinals after overcoming their respective heats, alongside Sarfo Ansah. Aggerh advanced to the final after placing second in heat 1 with a time of 10.42s, while Ansah finished fifth in the same race. Azamati secured a spot in the 100m finals after finishing 2nd in the semifinal heat 2 in 10.41s, while Emmanuel Eseme of Cameroon won the race in 10.23s. In the women’s event, Mary Boakye, the only Ghanaian to reach the final, is set to aim for a podium finish in the women’s event. Hor Halutie and Benedicta Kwartemaa failed in their attempts. Meanwhile, the final of the men’s 100m even...
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African Games 2023: Azamati, two others make men’s 100m semifinals
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African Games 2023: Azamati, two others make men’s 100m semifinals

National record holder Benjamin Azamati has booked a place in the semifinal of the men's 100m event at the ongoing African Games. Azamati finished first in Heat 5 of the event with a time of 10.54 seconds. Aside the former West Texas A&M athlete, Barnabas Aggerh and Ansah Sarfo also made it to the next stage of the competition. Aggerh came second in Heat 2 with a time of 10.46 seconds while Sarfo's time of 10.34 seconds saw him make the semis as one of the best fourth-placed runners. Hor Halutie advanced to the semi-finals of the women's category by finishing second in Heat 1 in 11.46 seconds.Kwartemaa Benedicta finished fifth in Heat 2 of the 100-meter sprint, clocking 11.95 seconds. Mary Boakye joins the two as well in progressing to the next round. The semis start ...
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13th African Games Medal Table As At Saturday March 16, 2024
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13th African Games Medal Table As At Saturday March 16, 2024

The 13th African Games has been very interesting with surprises and shocks as well as some very interesting moments. Host nation, Ghana had to wait till Friday, March 15th to win medal in Armwrestling to climb on the medals table. According to the Minister of Youth & Sports Mustapha Ussif this would be the best Games for Ghana. He congratulated all gold, silver and bronze winners of Team Ghana, noting well that Ghana will get a trophy in football, the passion of the nation. The Games which began on March 8 ends on March 23 2024.
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Happy To Have An Olympic Size Aquatic Centre In Ghana – Swimmer Abeiku Jackson
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Happy To Have An Olympic Size Aquatic Centre In Ghana – Swimmer Abeiku Jackson

Top Ghanaian swimmer Abeiku Jackson is happy Ghana is hosting the 13th African Games for the first time and has top facilities like the Borteyman Sports Complex’s Aquatic Centre. The aquatic centre at the newly built Borteyman Complex is hosting the swimming competition at the 12th African Games taking place in Ghana such as cycling and athletics. The multi-sport competition runs from March 8 to March 23 with African athletes competing in various disciplines including those that serve as qualifiers to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. In an interview after winning Ghana’s first gold medal in swimming, Jackson said he is happy such a facility has been provided for the present and future generation. “It’s a standard Olympic pool. It’s a great pool, I’m happy to have a pool li...
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13th African Games: Aleander Mayar of Mauritius Wins Men’s Elite and U 23 race
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13th African Games: Aleander Mayar of Mauritius Wins Men’s Elite and U 23 race

Aleander Mayar of Mauritius came first in the Men's Elite and Under 23 race at the ongoing African games event. He finished ahead Dilian Geary and Kudus Ghebremedlein of South Africa and Eritrea respectively in the cycling competition. The race which took place at Ablekuma Olebu in Accra, involved 96 cyclists but was finished by 56 cylist due to the average speed displayed. The winner rode home in a time of 3hrs, 06mins 01 secs over a distance of 137.5 km. The entire average speed was 44.35km/hr. Ghana’s Solomon Tagoe placed 31st as the lone ghanaian finisher of the Golden Pedals. Cudjoe ended above three riders counting from the last cyclist to finish. Other Ghanaians, Michael Naaba, Frank Akuffo, Prince Kudufia could not finish the race. Cycling continues on Tu...
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AT names 14 runners for Ghana’s All Africa Games
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AT names 14 runners for Ghana’s All Africa Games

Tanzania’s female runner, Winfrida Makenji (front), competes during a past athletic event. PHOTO Dar es Salaam. Athletics Tanzania (AT) has named 14 runners who will represent the country in the All Africa Games scheduled to take place in Accra, Ghana, from March 8 to 23. AT secretary general Jackson Ndaweka named male runners as Twahir Haji Ame, Peter Gidoska, Josephat Gisemo, Samir Sululu, Mao Hando, John Wele, Ally Gulam, and Gasisi Geagase. Women runners, according to Ndaweka, are Mwanaamina Mkwayu, Transfora Musa, Anastasia Dolomongo, Winfrida Makenji, Elizabeth Ilanda, Hamida Nassoro, and Neema Kisuda. Ndaweka said the runners are now in a residential training camp in Arusha under the trainers Maselina Gwandu, Francis Nade, Alfredo Shahanga, and Makame Hassan Juma. He...
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