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Urban Sports & Indigenous Games Gain Traction in Ghana

By Daniel Jeddman

July 22, 2025

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From skateboarding in Accra’s Urban Sports Festival to its participation in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup in India in January 2025, Ghana is making strides in non-traditional sports. While the national Kho Kho team did not advance, victories over Argentina and the Netherlands showed promise.

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With urban youth sports gaining visibility and traditional games finding fresh audiences, Ghana’s sporting culture is diversifying—and attracting attention.

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Daniel Jeddman is a journalist, publisher, author, gospel artist, media entrepreneur and Founder of GhanaMedia.net. He is passionate about journalism, storytelling, faith and digital innovation, using media to amplify Ghanaian voices and connect African stories with global audiences. Through his work in publishing, music and ministry, Jeddman continues to build platforms that inform, inspire and create meaningful impact across Ghana, Africa and the diaspora.

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