Following the conclusion of the 13th African Games, President of the Ghana Swimming Association, Mrs. Delphina Quaye, has disclosed that the National Sports Authority (NSA) has been designated to manage the Borteyman Sports Complex.

Constructed at a cost of $145 million by the government for the continental event, the facility officially commenced operations on March 8, spanning a duration of 15 days.

While concerns linger regarding the NSA’s capacity to efficiently oversee the facility, the Local Organizing Committee chairman for the Games proposed exploring a “Private-Public Partnership” to ensure its sustainable commercial operation.

However, Mrs. Delphina clarified that the government has entrusted the NSA with the responsibility of maintaining the infrastructure.

Confirming the status quo, she exclusively informed JoySports, “What we know is that it’s been handed over to the NSA.”

In regards to the Ghana Swimming Association’s efforts to utilize the facility for competitions, Mrs. Delphina revealed, “After the Games, I approached the NSA with a letter requesting the use of the pool. They indicated that it wouldn’t be free. While we understand this, we are yet to receive a response from them, it’s been two weeks.”

Expressing optimism about the facility’s potential impact on the country’s sporting future, Mrs. Delphina emphasized, “The pool is fully certified and internationally recognized as an Olympic-sized facility. For us at the federation, we view it as a significant step towards achieving our future goals.”

Ghana secured two medals at the African Games, courtesy of Captain Abeku Jackson’s silver and bronze achievements.