The Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 2023 Africa Games has announced that a test run of hosting facilities in Accra is scheduled for February 8, 2024. Mustapha Ussif, the Minister for Youth and Sports, confirmed the completion of work on the facilities, with contractors preparing for the handing over process.

Following a meeting with the Technical Committee for the Africa Games and the LOC, Ussif extended an invitation to the media to cover the testing of facilities by Team Ghana. He emphasized the readiness of the hosting facilities and expressed confidence in the successful completion of the test run.

“The work on the facilities is finished, and the contracts are receiving their handing over certificates. For the work on the facilities, we are done,” stated Ussif.

He further announced that on February 8, Team Ghana would conduct a test run, utilizing the hosting facilities to ensure their functionality and readiness for the upcoming Africa Games. Ussif urged the media to attend and cover the event to showcase the progress made.

However, it’s worth noting that as of a recent visit to the University of Ghana Stadium, the main venue for the games, on January 26, ongoing work was observed. While the tartan tracks in the main stadium were yet to be fixed, progress was evident in the installation of the warm-up track.

The test run represents a crucial step in the preparations for the 2023 Africa Games, allowing organizers to address any remaining issues and ensure a seamless experience for participants and spectators.