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Accra, March 9 (Hindustan Reporter) The 13th African Games opened with a spectacular display of culture, unity and athletic spirit at a lively opening ceremony held at the University of Ghana Stadium on Friday night. Thousands of athletes, officials and sports fans from across the continent come together to celebrate the prestigious two-week long event.
The opening ceremony was a spectacular celebration of colours, choreography and symbolic representation of Africa's rich diversity, as the participating countries paraded into the stadium, the atmosphere was filled with excitement and pride, reflecting the shared values of unity and harmony.
The host country, Ghana, left no stone unturned in showcasing its cultural heritage, as traditional dance, music and artistic performances from Ghana's top musicians, including dancehall artiste Shatta Wale, King Promise and South African sensation Kamo Maphela, enthralled the audience. Mesmerized.
The Bortemann Sports Complex and the renovated University of Ghana Stadium have been chosen as the main venues for the games.
Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo said the event provided an opportunity to use sports to unite the continent, according to Xinhua.
“The African Games is a celebration of unity, sportsmanship and excellence across the African continent,” he said. As we gather here, we embark on a journey of challenge and competition where the nation comes together to showcase the remarkable talent and spirit within us as Africans.”
“We value diversity and recognize the strength it brings to our collective identity,” Akufo-Addo said. Let us cherish the unique contribution of each nation represented here. “As soon as we accept our differences, we will surely come together as one African family.”
More than 4,000 athletes will compete in 29 sporting disciplines at the 13th African Games under the theme “Experience the African Dream”.
The African Games bring together athletes from across the continent every four years. According to the African Union, the event aims to showcase athletic talent, celebrate African cultural values and heritage, and promote solidarity and integration.
