Ghana’s elite sprinters are calling for clarity regarding financial compensation and incentives as they prepare to represent the country at the 2025 World Athletics Championships. The athletes have expressed the need for well-defined agreements to ensure fair remuneration for their training, travel, and performance commitments.
The concerns, raised by members of the national sprinting team, highlight the importance of transparent communication between athletes, the Ghana Athletics Association, and relevant sports authorities. With the world championships approaching, athletes are eager to focus fully on preparation without uncertainty over financial arrangements.
“We want to perform at our best for Ghana, but it’s important that our efforts are properly recognised and compensated,” a national sprinter told reporters.
The sprinters’ request aligns with broader discussions within Ghanaian sports regarding athlete welfare and fair support structures, especially for those representing the nation on the international stage. Proper compensation and timely incentives are seen as critical for motivation and performance at elite events.
Officials from the Ghana Athletics Association and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation have acknowledged the athletes’ concerns and promised to engage in constructive dialogue to ensure clarity before the championships.
As Ghanaian sprinters prepare to compete against the world’s best in the coming months, resolving these issues is seen as essential to maintaining focus, morale, and peak performance on the global stage.