Friday, July 1, 2022
  • Home
  • About
    • Editorial Guidelines – Accuracy
    • Trust and transparency
  • Advertise
  • Login
  • Register
Ghana News - GhStandard
  • Home
    • General
    • Social
    • Religion
    • Education
    • Health
    • Environment
    • Science
  • Breaking
    • Latest News
    • Trending News
  • Politics
    • Opinions
    • Speeches
    • Profiles
  • Sports
  • Crime
    • Legal
  • Business
    • Economy News
    • Real Estate
    • Ghana – Economy
    • Finance News
    • List of Businesses
    • Life in Ghana
    • Faith and Business
    • Digital Marketing
  • Entertainment
    • Music Related
    • Movies
  • Lifestyle
    • Fashion News
    • Food Related
    • Travel News
  • Features
    • Profiles
    • Press Release
    • Obituary
  • World
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
    • General
    • Social
    • Religion
    • Education
    • Health
    • Environment
    • Science
  • Breaking
    • Latest News
    • Trending News
  • Politics
    • Opinions
    • Speeches
    • Profiles
  • Sports
  • Crime
    • Legal
  • Business
    • Economy News
    • Real Estate
    • Ghana – Economy
    • Finance News
    • List of Businesses
    • Life in Ghana
    • Faith and Business
    • Digital Marketing
  • Entertainment
    • Music Related
    • Movies
  • Lifestyle
    • Fashion News
    • Food Related
    • Travel News
  • Features
    • Profiles
    • Press Release
    • Obituary
  • World
No Result
View All Result
The Ghanaian Standard
No Result
View All Result
Home Sports

Over 50 Senior High Schools to participate in Accra Inter-City Marathon

The Ghanaian Standard by The Ghanaian Standard
June 22, 2022
in Sports
Reading Time: 2 mins read
A A
Sport Athletics GES

Sport Athletics GES-Ghana News Agency

ShareTweetSend

Over 50 Senior High Schools (SHS) from the Greater Accra Region, are expected to participate in the first-ever Accra Inter-City Marathon, fixed for Saturday, July 30, 2022.

This follows a successful discussion between the Ghana Education Service (GES) and Medivents Consult – organisers of the event, regarding the involvement of the schools in the much-anticipated race.

Following the discussions, the GES would use the competition as qualifiers for the selection of athletes for this year’s Inter-Regional Schools and Colleges Sports Festival later in the year.

ADVERTISEMENT

Mr. Michael Ntow Ayeh National Physical Education (PE) Coordinator of GES said, his outfit and the organisers have concluded discussions on the participation of the students in the 21-Kilometr race.

He said the students would be drawn from all the SHSs in the Greater Region and was convinced that they would put up an impressive performance to make the region proud.

He commended the organisers of the event for the initiative adding that his outfit would make the best use of the opportunity. Mr. Henri Senyo Penni General Manager of Medivents Consult the event said they were happy with the decision of the GES to be part of the event.

According to Mr. Penni, the involvement of the GES in the event would help his outfit achieve its target of staging one of the biggest marathons in the country.

“Our aim is to have massive participation, with people from all walks of life participating, therefore we are excited to have the GES on board’, he noted.

ADVERTISEMENT

The Accra Inter-City Marathon also known as the “Homowo Marathon” is part of the activities endorsed by the Ga Traditional Council (GTC) for the celebration of the 2022 Homowo Festival.

The 21-Kilometer race fixed for Saturday, July 30, would commence at Papaye, Spintex Road and end at Mantse Agbona, James Town amidst fanfare. Over 1000 athletes are expected to participate in the race, which is the first of its kind in the country.

ADVERTISEMENT

SimilarNews

Mr Lovans Owusu-Takyi

ISEES launches digital matchmaking platform for actors in biogas and bioenergy sector

July 1, 2022
Activities of rogue websites, social media scammers great challenge to credibility of examinations - WAEC

Activities of rogue websites, social media scammers great challenge to credibility of examinations – WAEC

July 1, 2022
Police grant bail to arrested rioters

Police grant bail to arrested rioters

July 1, 2022
Prof. Alex Dodoo sworn in as President of African Organisation for Standardisation

Prof. Alex Dodoo sworn in as President of African Organisation for Standardisation

July 1, 2022
Lands Minister presents 95 signed mining licences to small-scale miners

Lands Minister presents 95 signed mining licences to small-scale miners

June 30, 2022
Exercise restraint when expressing disagreement with leadership – public urged

Public urged exercise restraint when expressing disagreement with leadership

June 30, 2022
Source: Ghana News Agency
Tags: AccraAccra Inter-City MarathonCOVID-19GESMr. Michael Ntow Ayeh

Get real time update about this post categories directly on your device, subscribe now.

Unsubscribe
ADVERTISEMENT

Similar Topic

No Ghanaian player in CAF's 30-man Player of the Year shortlist

No Ghanaian player in CAF’s 30-man Player of the Year shortlist

July 1, 2022
Ernest Bruce donates 700 practice balls to Captain One Golf Society’s Kids Project

Ernest Bruce donates 700 practice balls to Captain One Golf Society’s Kids Project

June 30, 2022
GFA invites Albert Commey over GPL match-fixing allegation

GFA invites Albert Commey over GPL finals match-fixing claims

June 30, 2022
50 Keep fit clubs to participate in Republic Day Walk

50 Keep fit clubs to participate in Republic Day Walk

June 29, 2022
Charles Osei Asibey announces interest in AFA Presidential race 

Charles Osei Asibey announces interest in AFA Presidential race 

June 29, 2022
MCE calls for stakeholder cooperation in developing Ho Sports Stadium 

MCE calls for stakeholder cooperation in developing Ho Sports Stadium 

June 29, 2022
Players from the National Football League meet fans in Accra

Players from the National Football League meet fans in Accra

June 29, 2022
Hearts overcome early scare to defend MTN FA Cup

Hearts overcome early scare to defend MTN FA Cup

June 27, 2022
Ghana to face Egypt in Beach Soccer AFCON qualifiers 

Ghana to face Egypt in Beach Soccer AFCON qualifiers 

June 27, 2022
Nsoatreman FC receives rousing welcome in Sunyani   

Nsoatreman FC receives rousing welcome in Sunyani   

June 27, 2022
Please login to join discussion
ADVERTISEMENT

Latest News

African Court: African leaders reaffirm their commitment to justice

ISEES launches digital matchmaking platform for actors in biogas and bioenergy sector

No Ghanaian player in CAF’s 30-man Player of the Year shortlist

Activities of rogue websites, social media scammers great challenge to credibility of examinations – WAEC

Martyrs Day: Judiciary not beyond criticism, there’s room for improvement-GBA

Police grant bail to arrested rioters

Training and welfare of seafarers follow best practice – Minister

Prof. Alex Dodoo sworn in as President of African Organisation for Standardisation

Dishonesty: A new Core Subject in many Ghanaian Schools

Showmax: Efia Odo, Sista Afia, and more open up their lives in new reality tv show, GH Queens

Prev Next
ADVERTISEMENT

Trending News

20 Most Profitable Business Ideas in Ghana 2022

Ghana Braids: 25 Lovely Ghana Weaving Hairstyles

DMV Party in the Park: Samini, Wande Coal billed to thrill patrons

Showmax: Efia Odo, Sista Afia, and more open up their lives in new reality tv show, GH Queens

Ghana launches bank-wide mobile money service, GhanaPay

Ghana’s Chess sensation to play Intercontinental Chesskid tournament finals in Madrid

Dishonesty: A new Core Subject in many Ghanaian Schools

Israel’s Parliament dissolves, paving way for another election

Samini speaks on why he contested to be GIMPA SRC president

Bullion van robbery case: Incriminated policemen denied bail again

Prev Next
ADVERTISEMENT

Most Read

20 Most Profitable Business Ideas in Ghana 2022

New DStv Ghana Packages & Prices

Hisense Ghana: Showrooms, New Prices & Promotions

GOtv Ghana Packages, List of Channels & Prices

Ghana Braids: 25 Lovely Ghana Weaving Hairstyles

DMV Party in the Park: Samini, Wande Coal billed to thrill patrons

Private SHS (Category F & G Schools) in Ghana

Showmax: Efia Odo, Sista Afia, and more open up their lives in new reality tv show, GH Queens

Bank Charges in Ghana: Full Survey of Bank Charges – 2021

Best SHS in Ghana – 2019 WASSCE Ranking

Prev Next
ADVERTISEMENT

Editor's Pick

Nursing Schools in Ghana 2022

Top 100 Best Hospitals in Ghana – 2021 (According to Survey)

50 Profitable Online Business Ideas for Beginners [2022]

Top 10 Business Opportunities in Ghana

Bank Charges in Ghana: Full Survey of Bank Charges – 2021

LIVE: GPL Table 2022 – Ghana Premier League table 2022

Best Universities in West Africa 2022

Full List of Accredited Tertiary Institutions in Ghana

Ghana Cedi Exchange Rate

Best Banks in Ghana: Based on Financial Performance (2021)

Colleges of Education in Ghana

Accredited Universities in Nigeria

The Best Universities in Ghana – 2021 Ranking

10 Best Universities in Africa

Prev Next
The Ghanaian Standard

The Ghanaian Standard brings you accurate Breaking News, Trends & Top Stories in Business, Politics, Lifestyle, Technology, and more from Ghana, Nigeria, Africa, and across the globe.

GhStandard.com - News made for discerning minds ...

Google News - The Ghanaian Standard, Ghana News
  • About
  • Contact
  • Advertise

© 2021 The Ghanaian Standard - Breaking News & Top Stories in Ghana, Africa, Business, & More | Powered by YellGh - Designed by EnspireFX.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
    • General
    • Education
    • Health
    • Social
    • Religion
    • Tech
  • Breaking News
    • Latest
    • Trending
  • Politics
    • Opinions
    • Speech
  • Sports
  • Crime
    • Legal
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Finance
    • Finance & Investment
  • Sports
  • International
    • Cameroon
    • Cape Verde
    • DR Congo
    • Guyana
    • Kenya
    • Nigeria
    • South Africa
    • Qatar
  • Entertainment
    • Movies
    • Music
  • Lifestyle
    • Fashion
    • Food Related
    • Travel
  • Feature
    • Press Release
    • Profiles
    • Obituary
  • Editorial
    • Ethics and Guidelines
    • Trust and Transparency
HTML tutorial

© 2021 The Ghanaian Standard - Breaking News & Top Stories in Ghana, Africa, Business, & More | Powered by YellGh - Designed by EnspireFX.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms below to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In