Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has disclosed that Ghana will host approximately 13,000 participants for the upcoming 13th African Games.
Scheduled from Friday, March 8th, to March 23rd, 2024, the Games will feature athletes, technical officials, volunteers, and special guests.
Ussif provided these details during his segment of the Ministerial Meet the Press, addressing the media.
“The 13th African Games is expected to attract over 13,000 participants from fifty-four (54) African countries, including officials, athletes, diplomats, the media and volunteers.”
The minister outlined the distribution as follows: 5000 athletes, 3000 volunteers, 3000 technicians, and 200 guests hailing from different African nations.
Mustapha Ussif clarified that Ghana bears the responsibility of providing accommodation, meals, transportation, healthcare, and other necessities for the participants throughout their stay in the country.
Furthermore, the Minister of Youth and Sports disclosed that the Games are anticipated to attract over 2 billion viewers worldwide through television, radio, and various digital platforms.