The University of Ghana sports contingent has successfully returned to Ghana after a remarkable outing at the 12th Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Games in Cairo, Egypt. The team touched down at the Accra International Airport on Friday after winning 23 medals at the tournament. This impressive haul includes 10 gold, seven silver, and six bronze medals.
The university's 31-member delegation, comprising 23 student-athletes and officials, competed in athletics, tennis, and badminton against athletes from countries including Algeria, Botswana, South Africa, and Rwanda. The team's achievement underlines the university's growing dominance in African university sports. According to Dr. Austin Luguterah, Director of the Sports and Wellness Directorate, the team's success is a testament to the athletes' dedication and resilience.
Dr. Luguterah praised the athletes for their performance despite the challenging conditions in Egypt. He lauded the team's resilience in dealing with the harsh weather conditions during the competition and still delivering impressive results. The Director also urged the government to invest more in university sports infrastructure and athlete development programmes, describing universities as a critical pathway for nurturing talent for national teams.
Madam Mary Zambilia Yahaya, head coach of the team, lauded the athletes for balancing intense training schedules with their academic commitments throughout the season. According to her, the athletes continued training while attending lectures and sitting examinations, demonstrating the discipline and focus required to compete successfully at the continental level. The team's gold medal tally increased from nine at the previous edition of the Games to 10 in Cairo.
Madam Yahaya highlighted the team's progress in the university's sports programme. The head coach also commended the athletes for their hard work and commitment to the team's success. Madam Sakyi Scholastica Sedem, Assistant General Sports Secretary of the University of Ghana Students Sports Council, described the experience in Egypt as memorable and expressed gratitude to sponsors who supported the team's participation.
Madam Sedem said the athletes and officials received excellent hospitality, accommodation, and feeding arrangements throughout the competition. She appealed for continued support from corporate organisations and stakeholders, adding that the team's experience in Egypt was very good and everything went smoothly. The team's achievement reinforces the University of Ghana's reputation as one of the continent's leading institutions in university sports.
The University of Ghana's sports contingent has made a significant impact at the 2026 FASU Games, showcasing the institution's commitment to developing future national athletes. The team's success highlights the important role tertiary institutions play in nurturing talent and promoting sports development in Ghana and beyond. The contingent's impressive performance is expected to inspire future generations of athletes and contribute to the growth of university sports in Africa.
Key points
- The University of Ghana's sports contingent won 23 medals, including 10 gold, seven silver, and six bronze medals, at the 2026 FASU Games in Cairo, Egypt.
- The team's success is attributed to the athletes' dedication and resilience, as well as the support of sponsors and stakeholders.
- The University of Ghana's achievement reinforces its reputation as one of the continent's leading institutions in university sports.
