{
  "id": 8666262,
  "title": "Team University of Ghana wins 23 medals at 2026 FASU Games",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/team-university-of-ghana-wins-23-medals-at-2026-fasu-games",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-20T09:58:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghana Business News",
    "slug": "ghana-business-news",
    "url": "https://www.ghanabusinessnews.com/2026/09/20/team-university-of-ghana-wins-23-medals-at-2026-fasu-games/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The University of Ghana's sports team returned from Egypt following a successful performance at the 12th Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Games. Upon landing at the Accra International Airport, the delegation of 31 members – consisting of 23 student-athletes and officials – had claimed 23 medals, including 10 gold, seven silver, and six bronze – a testament to the university's rising prominence in African university athletics. Dr. Austin Luguterah, Director of the Sports and Wellness Directorate, commended the athletes for their unwavering commitment and resilience amidst tough conditions in Egypt, as well as the need for increased government investment in university sports infrastructure and development programs. Head coach Madam Mary Zambilia Yahaya also recognized the athletes' disciplined balance of rigorous training with academic responsibilities, noting their focus and dedication were crucial to their success. The team's gold medal count grew from nine at the previous edition to 10 in Cairo, demonstrating consistent improvement in their sports program. Assistant General Sports Secretary Madam Sakyi Scholastica Sedem expressed gratitude towards sponsors for their support and the team's overall positive experience in Egypt, urging continued backing from stakeholders. This achievement underscores the University of Ghana's standing as a leading institution in African university sports and accentuates the pivotal role universities play in cultivating future national athletes.",
  "summary": "The University of Ghana sports contingent has successfully returned to Ghana after a remarkable outing at the 12th Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Games in Cairo, Egypt. The post Team University of Ghana wins 23 medals at 2026 FASU Games appeared first on Ghana Business News .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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