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The hosting of the African Games is a catalyst for development – LOC Boss Dr. Kwaku Ofosu Asare

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3 years ago

March 21, 2024

By Busayo Olowookere

“The African Games is a catalyst for economic and sporting development of Ghana.”

This is the strong submission of the Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee of the 13th African Games Dr. Kwaku Ofosu Asare in an interview with your authoritative news platform in Accra on Wednesday.

Dr. Kwaku Ofosu Asare explainred that the ultra modern sporting facilities that was constructed by Ghana to host the African Games fiesta for the first time will leave beyond this generation.

The excellent facilities made it possible for Ghana to host 52 countries that participated in the different sporting events.

“The African Games has enhanced our tourism, sport businesses and transport industry.” Dr. Kwaku Ofosu stated.

He added that the local currency has also benefited. “Our currency ‘cedi’ has also been strengthened because people came in with foreign currencies.”

Dr. Kwaku Ofosu Asare also further said, Ghana will focus on other sports rather than the usual football by building on four pillars which are:
✓ Facilities
✓ Talents
✓ Coaches and resources for future glory.

Egypt will host the next edition of the African Games which started in Congo Brazzaville in 1965.

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29 Days To AACT 2026: IBB Club Renewal Heralds Nigeria’s African Golf Showcase

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7 hours ago

October 4, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

With 29 days to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Nigeria is stepping up preparations to host the continental women’s team golf championship, with the extensive rehabilitation of the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja providing a major boost to the country’s readiness.

In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja Director of Communication AACT 2026, Kayode Adeniyi said the Club’s Board of Trustees has assured that the facility will be fully prepared to welcome golfers, officials and delegates from across Africa when the championship tees off on November 2.

Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, CFR, gave the assurance after inspecting ongoing rehabilitation works at the Club, expressing satisfaction with the progress recorded so far.

The IBB International Golf and Country Club has undergone extensive rehabilitation following its closure to regular golfing activities for more than a year. The intervention has focused on the golf course, selected holes, the clubhouse and other key facilities required to provide a befitting venue for the continental championship.

Justice Dongban-Mensem expressed confidence that the rehabilitation programme would be completed in time for the AACT, further reassuring stakeholders that the Club would be ready to host Africa’s leading female golfers.

Chairman of the Club’s Interim Management Committee, Peter Deshi, also expressed optimism over the progress of work, with regular golfing activities expected to resume ahead of the championship.

For the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the readiness of the host venue remains a critical component of the country’s preparations.

President of the Association, Dr. Lami Ahmed, has similarly expressed confidence in Nigeria’s preparations to stage a successful championship.

The 2026 AACT is scheduled to take place from November 2 to 7 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja.

With the countdown now entering its final month, the rehabilitation of the Club is sending a strong message about Nigeria’s determination to deliver a successful championship and provide a worthy stage for Africa’s finest female golfers.

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