Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, says the time is right for Ghana to host the African Games as the West African nation prepares to host the multisport competition for the second time.
He said this in his speech delivered at a ceremony to mark 100 days to the start of the event; the event doubled as an occasion for the inspection of facilities being constructed to host the games. The University of Ghana Stadium is being renovated to host athletes from Africa.
A new facility is being built at Borteyman to host indoor sports disciplines including swimming, 3×3 basketball, volleyball, handball among others.
National Sports Authority Director Professor Peter Twumasi, Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif and Local Organizing Committee Chairman Dr. Ofosu-Asare were present at the event.
“There is a time for everything and this is our time. Ghana is now ready, willing and capable to organize and host Africa in the biggest sporting competition on the continent. The government and people of Ghana are honoured to be have been given the opportunity.”
“The hosting of the 13th African Games goes beyond providing a participatory platform for countries to win medals.”
Ghana will host next year’s African Games from March 8 to March 23.