Ghana has officially launched its first Para Swimming Association in a landmark event held at the National Paralympic Committee headquarters in Accra.
The newly formed association aims to promote inclusivity and develop swimming opportunities for athletes with disabilities nationwide.
Led by Ayishatu Farida Iddriss, the association’s first president, the board includes experienced professionals dedicated to advancing para sports in Ghana. The team also features JoySports’ Haruna Mubarak as deputy Communications Director.
The association will work under the National Paralympic Committee to prepare para swimmers for local and international competitions, marking a historic step in Ghana’s adaptive sports landscape.
Inaugural Board Composition:
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Patron: Nana Twum Barimah
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President: Ayishatu Farida Iddriss
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1st Vice President: Kwesi Poku Bosompim
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2nd Vice President: Masahudu Mohammed
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Secretary-General & Treasurer: Kendrick Aryee-Osumanu
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Deputy Secretary-General: Seth Nti
Board Members: Monica Younge, Mary Apedo, Captain George Nbuno Asabia, Dr. Joel Korankye
Communications & International Relations:
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Director of Communication/PRO: Michael Obeng
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Deputy Director of Communication/PRO: Haruna Mubarak
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Director of International Relations: Yasmine Adams Saeed
Photos at the launch below
The Ghana Para Swimming Association is expected to work closely with NPC-Ghana, the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, international federations, and other stakeholders to scout, nurture, and promote talents in para swimming with a long-term vision of competing at the Paralympic Games.
As Ghana pushes for broader representation in global sporting events, the establishment of the Para Swimming Association is seen as a major boost for athletes with disabilities who have long yearned for structured support and recognition.