“If the state invests 500k to 1m USD in athletics, Ghana will win a medal in LA 2028.” GA President Bawa Fuseini
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Ghana has a rich history of participating in the Olympic Games, dating back to 1952, when it debuted at the Helsinki Games. Over the years, Ghanaian athletes have showcased their talents on the global stage, with notable performances in athletics, boxing, and football.
However, the nation is yet to secure an Olympic medal in athletics, despite the immense potential demonstrated by its previous athletes.
In recent Olympic editions, Ghana’s contingent has included rising stars like Benjamin Kwaku Azamati, who specialises in the 100m and is pivotal in the 4x100m sprints. Azamati, a former champion in numerous championships, has consistently set national records and remains a key contender for a podium finish at future Olympic Games.
Similarly, Joseph Paul Amoah, another exceptional sprinter, has excelled in the 200m event, bringing pride to Ghana by reaching the semi-finals at major international competitions.
In the distance-running category, athletes like William Amponsah and Lariba Sakat Juliana have shown promise. Amponsah, known for his dominance in long-distance events in Ghana, continues to hone his craft on the international stage. Sakat Juliana, Ghana’s leading female distance runner, has represented the nation admirably, becoming a beacon of hope for the sport’s future.
Rose Amoanimaa Yeboah, a high jumper with impressive accolades, has consistently delivered remarkable performances, including gold medals at regional championships. Her potential to secure a medal at the Olympic level is evident, given her steady progress and international experience.
The men’s 4 x 100m relay team, featuring talents like Ansah Sarfo, Azamati Benjamin, Edwin Gadayi, Joseph Paul Amoah, Isaac Botsio, and Abdul Rasheed Saminu, has also demonstrated exceptional teamwork and speed. With adequate support, the relay team could emerge as a strong contender for medals in global competitions, including the Olympics.
The women’s category has also shown strong resilience in the past years. The likes of Hor Halutie, Janet Mensah, Mary Boakye, Latifa Ali, Kate Agyeman, Benedicta Kwartemaa, and others are all potential medal contenders as predicted by the president for the LA 2028 Olympic Games.
The President of the Ghana Athletics (GA), Bawa Fuseini, has boldly predicted Ghana’s chances at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. He emphasised that with significant investment—between $500,000 and $1 million annually—Ghana could produce an Olympic medalist. This call for financial backing reflects the urgent need for resources to improve training facilities, coaching, and athlete development programs. The LA 2028 Olympic Games is just 3 years from 1st January 2025.
“LA 2028 Olympics Games, if the state gives us resources, between 500k and one million dollars a year, I can guarantee that in 2028, Ghana will win a medal,” Bawa Fuseini, President of Ghana Athletics.
Ghana’s athletics landscape is brimming with talent, but the path to Olympic success requires sustained investment, strategic planning, and national support. With the right resources, these athletes could break barriers and bring home the much-anticipated Olympic medal, cementing Ghana’s legacy in global sports.
More emerging athletes are there, and when well nurtured, we can win some of the World Athletics Championships and the ultimate Olympic Games medal in the coming years.