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Africa-Press – Ghana. <\/strong><\/span>Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo has expressed confidence that the 2023 African Games will be a success, similar to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations held in Ivory Coast.<\/b><\/p>\n

Ghana is hosting 53 African nations participating in 29 disciplines at various venues across the country.<\/p>\n

Speaking at Ghana\u2019s 67th Independence Day celebration in Koforidua on Wednesday, Akufo-Addo expressed satisfaction with the nation\u2019s preparations and efforts, believing all stakeholders involved will have a delightful experience.<\/p>\n

\u201cFootball tends to attract more attention and, therefore, the AFCON in Cote d\u2019Ivoire dominated the headlines for the one month it took place. The Ivorian national team, the Elephants, defied all odds and won the competition. I am not promising a Ghana clean sweep of track and field events. That would be a miracle, but I am promising a happy and exciting month for all our visitors,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Some disciplines like Table Tennis, Karate, and Badminton are already underway ahead of the opening ceremony that takes place on Friday, 8th March at 3 pm.<\/p>\n

However, Ghana\u2019s strongholds at the African Games will be Football, Athletics, and Swimming, as the nation\u2019s athletes and stakeholders aim for glory and more slots at the upcoming 2024 Olympics in France later this year.<\/p>\n

Egypt currently leads the medal table with four, having secured two gold medals.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Ghana<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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