The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) has formally congratulated the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) on the performance of Team Ghana at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, describing the campaign as another demonstration of the country’s enduring sporting spirit on the global stage.
In a letter addressed to GOC President Mr Richard Kofi Akpokavie, ANOCA President Honourable Mustapha Berraf extended what he described as the heartfelt congratulations of the entire African Olympic family to the leadership, coaches and athletes of Team Ghana, following the conclusion of the Games, which ran from 23 July to 2 August 2026.Team Ghana returned from Glasgow with two medals, a silver and a bronze, a result Berraf said reflected the excellence and vibrancy of the country’s sporting culture even as it fell short of the five-medal haul recorded at the previous edition in Birmingham in 2022.

These performances are the result of rigorous work, a clear vision, and the unwavering commitment of all those who work daily to promote sport in your country.”Honourable Mustapha Berraf, ANOCA President

Berraf, who is also a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Vice-President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), said Ghana’s showing at Glasgow resonated well beyond the country’s borders, reinforcing the growing influence of African nations on the world sporting stage and serving as a model of determination and discipline for young athletes across the continent.

He further used the letter to reaffirm ANOCA’s continued support for the Ghana Olympic Committee, expressing hope that the momentum generated in Glasgow would be sustained through upcoming continental and international competitions, including preparations toward the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

The commendation comes as the Ghana Olympic Committee and national federations begin reviewing the country’s Glasgow campaign, with officials, including Black Bombers head coach Ofori Asare and Ghana Boxing Federation President Dauda Fuseini, having already called for stronger investment in athlete retention and youth development ahead of the next major cycle of continental and global championships.

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