Dr. Kwaku Ofosu-Asare, Chair of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 2023 African Games, underscores the significance of investing more in athlete preparation to enhance Ghana’s medal tally.

Despite Ghana’s record-breaking achievement of 69 medals, securing sixth place on the medal table, Dr. Ofosu-Asare believes that with greater investment in athlete preparation, the nation could have achieved even greater success.

Acknowledging concerns raised by athletes regarding insufficient support leading up to the games, Dr. Ofosu-Asare emphasizes the critical role of federations in ensuring athletes are adequately prepared.

Expressing his apprehension, Dr. Ofosu-Asare urges a reevaluation of investment strategies, highlighting the need for enhanced support to propel athletes to higher performance levels.

While celebrating Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Dr. Ofosu-Asare emphasizes the imperative of sustained investment to elevate the nation’s athletic prowess.

In conclusion, Dr. Ofosu-Asare underscores the fundamental principle that without adequate preparation, success remains elusive, advocating for a strategic approach to athlete development to reap greater rewards in future competitions.