Ghana to Host fifteenth Africa Armwrestling Championship in 2026

The Armwrestling Federation of Africa (AFA), in partnership with the Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF), has confirmed that Ghana will host the fifteenth Africa Armwrestling Championship from 27 to 31 Could 2026 in Accra.

The championship, which often takes place in July, has been moved ahead and also will function the qualifier for the 2027 African Video games armwrestling occasion.

AFA Secretary Julien Boumsong referred to as on all member nations to begin getting ready their groups for the continental contest.

Charles Osei Asibey, who’s President of the Ghana Armwrestling Federation, President of the Armwrestling Federation of Africa, and Vice President of the World Armwrestling Federation, promised a memorable competitors. He mentioned Ghana was able to ship a wonderful event and showcase African armwrestling to the world.

This announcement comes after the profitable 14th Africa Armwrestling Championship, held in Abuja, Nigeria, from 23 to 27 July 2025 on the Moshood Abiola Nationwide Stadium. That occasion attracted over 20 nations, with Crew Nigeria rising general winners. Nigeria’s document squad of 172 athletes received 28 gold, 35 silver, and 38 bronze medals throughout male, feminine, and para classes, dominating the left-hand division on the opening day.

The Abuja championship was praised for its thrilling ambiance, giant crowds, and improved organisation, elevating expectations for Accra 2026. Groups from Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, and Benin Republic are anticipated to compete strongly because the event doubles because the path to the 2027 African Video games.

Additional particulars on registration, competitors guidelines, and lodging for the fifteenth Africa Armwrestling Championship shall be launched quickly.