University of Ghana launches community games to foster wellness and unity through sports [Video]

At the launch, Dr. Austin Wontepagah Luguterah, Director of the Sports and Wellness Directorate, highlighted the importance of a national sports policy for Ghana.

“Political manifestos come and go, but policies are commitments to the nation. It’s time we implement a dedicated sports policy that will serve as a national asset, beyond party politics,” Dr. Luguterah stated, expressing frustration that, despite decades since Ghana’s independence, a comprehensive sports policy has yet to be fully established.

He elaborated, “While party manifestos offer a vision, they aren’t binding commitments. A national sports policy is long overdue, and I’ve been part of the drafting process. It’s crucial we implement it so that sports development doesn’t fluctuate with political cycles.”

Dr. Luguterah acknowledged the foundational work …