Ghana to Host The 13th African Games 2024

The 13th edition of the African Games, scheduled from 8th to 23rd March 2024, is set to be hosted by Ghana, marking a significant occasion as the games will be decentralised across three vibrant cities: Accra, Kumasi, and Cape Coast.

Host Selection & Venues
Ghana secured the honour of hosting the event in October 2018, affirming its commitment to this esteemed continental sporting showcase. Plans for a new stadium were curtailed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, reshaping venue arrangements. Nevertheless, existing facilities and the new Borteyman Sports Complex in Accra will accommodate various sports, ranging from football at the Accra Sports Stadium to Aquatics, Judo, and more at the Borteyman Complex. Other venues like Theodosia Okoh Hockey Stadium and Achimota Oval will feature field hockey, cricket, and squash events.

Participating Sports
The games encompass a diverse array of sports, totalling 23, with some intriguing additions like squash and cricket, set to debut in this continental event. Alongside these, arm wrestling, rugby union, and more are also primed to make their inaugural appearances, underscoring the Games’ commitment to evolving and incorporating new disciplines.

Showcasing Diversity & Inclusivity
These Games are more than just a sporting event; they’re a platform for cultural exchange and unity. Notably, demonstration sports such as esports, mixed martial arts, and others, will add an extra dimension, celebrating varied talents and interests. Additionally, the 13th African Games will coincide with the 2023 African Para Games, emphasising inclusivity and support for para-athletes, further emphasising the commitment to diverse sporting expressions.

In summary, the 13th African Games in Ghana 2024 stand as an exceptional celebration of sport, diversity, and unity across the African continent, poised to inspire, captivate, and commemorate the spirit of athletic excellence and camaraderie.

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