1000’s of runners crammed the streets of Accra on Saturday for the 2024 KGL Basis Millennium Marathon, an occasion that noticed individuals from numerous African international locations, together with Cote d’Ivoire, Kenya, and Ethiopia.
The marathon featured two foremost races: a 5-kilometre enjoyable run and a extra aggressive 21-kilometre race.
Beginning on the Accra Sports activities Stadium and ending on the Independence Sq., the occasion drew a mixture of elite athletes and informal runners, highlighting the broad attraction of the marathon.
The 21km race topped its winner in a carefully contested competitors, whereas the highest 25 finishers have been awarded prizes, acknowledging their onerous work and perseverance. Past the races, the occasion supplied a spread of enjoyable actions for each individuals and spectators. These included stay music performances, meals stalls, and interactive video games, including a festive aspect to the day.
Commemorative paraphernalia, together with custom-branded medals and wristbands, have been distributed to runners and attendees alike, serving to to make the occasion memorable.
The 2024 Millennium Marathon additionally aligned with the KGL Basis’s concentrate on well being and sports activities. The Basis, the title sponsor of the occasion, used the marathon as a platform to emphasize its dedication to enhance the well-being of Ghanaians.
“This marathon showcases our perception that selling well being and sports activities is crucial to uplifting our communities,” stated Mr Nii Annorbah-Sarpei, Programmes Supervisor of the KGL Basis, who offered the last word prize to the 21km winner on behalf of the CEO.
The marathon continues to develop in significance, fostering each nationwide pleasure and regional unity. The KGL Basis’s involvement underscores its dedication to creating lasting affect throughout Ghana by way of well being initiatives and sporting occasions