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The sole umbrella body for sports writers in Ghana. SWAG is for sports journalists - (Print, Radio, Internet, Television and Photography)
01/08/2024
The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) will inaugurate its Central Regional Branch, August 1, 2024.
Join us in Oguaa as we birth our 10th regional branch.
02/07/2024
Let’s commit to professional standards and ethical reporting - Kwabena Yeboah on World Sports Journalists Day.
“Today, we celebrate World Sports Journalist Day, a day set aside to recognize the contributions of sports journalists to the development of sports globally.
As the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG), we salute all sports journalists in Ghana and around the world for their tireless efforts in reporting on sports, telling the stories of our athletes, and promoting the values of sportsmanship and fair play.
We acknowledge the critical role sports journalists play in shaping the narrative of sports, holding stakeholders accountable, and inspiring future generations of athletes and fans alike.
On this special day, we reiterate our commitment to upholding the highest standards of journalism, promoting ethical reporting, and supporting our members in their pursuit of excellence.
Let us continue to tell the stories that need to be told, to inspire, and to make a positive impact on the world of sports.
Happy World Sports Journalist Day from SWAG!”
02/07/2024
SWAG to engage Presidential Aspirants to make sports a priority
The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) is embarking on a series of strategic engagements with political parties and their Presidential Aspirants to advocate for the prioritization of sports in their election manifestos.
This strategic move by SWAG is aimed at advancing the status of sports in Ghana from a recreational activity to a significant sector with economic and developmental potential.
In a statement issued and signed by the Deputy General Secretary of SWAG, Kenneth Odeng Adade, it is believed that by aligning sports with scientific research and evidence-based practices, SWAG believes it was crucial for candidates seeking the presidency to elevate sports to a central focus of their political agendas.
To this end, SWAG has officially reached out in writing to all declared Presidential Aspirants and will be scheduling follow-up meetings at their earliest convenience.
These meetings aim to address the key challenges facing sports development in Ghana and to gain insight into the specific policies the candidates plan to implement for the advancement of the sports sector.
SWAG looks forward to engaging in meaningful conversations with the Presidential Aspirants to explore how sports can be effectively utilized as a catalyst for national development
01/06/2024
Joe Lartey was an exemplary journalist and statesman – President Nana Addo
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, visibly moved by the news of the passing of Joachim Awuley Lartey aka Joe Lartey, had offered his sincerest condolences to the grieving family and the sports community, extolling Joe Lartey’s unwavering dedication and passion for Ghanaian sports.
“Joe Lartey was an exemplary journalist and a true champion of Ghanaian sports. His indelible mark on our nation’s sporting landscape will forever be cherished,” the President eulogized.
The evergreen Joe Lartey also known as “over to you” was a gem in broadcast journalism who endeared the hearts of many Ghanaians and will be given a befitting burial, Nana Addo hinted.
In a heartrending ceremony, the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) and the family of the late Joe Lartey, a luminary in Ghanaian sports journalism, paid a condolence visit to His Excellency President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo at the Jubilee House to formally inform him of the demise of the former great voice and commentator.
With heavy hearts, the delegation, led by the Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif and SWAG President Kwabena Yeboah included SWAG patrons, executives, Joe Lartey’s children and other family members, arrived at the Jubilee House to announce the passing of the first president of SWAG, beloved colleague and family patriarch which sad event occurred on April 26, 2024.
SWAG President Yeboah praised eulogized the late Joe Lartey and requested the presidency in assisting to organizing a befitting farewell for Joe Lartey’s stature.
This poignant visit served as a testament to Joe Lartey’s profound impact on Ghanaian sports and the countless lives he touched through his remarkable career. His legacy will continue to inspire generations of sports enthusiasts and journalists.
In a gesture of respect, the President instructed the Ministry of Youth and Sports to collaborate with SWAG and the family to organize a fitting tribute to celebrate Joe Lartey’s life and enduring legacy.
Source : www.swagghana.com
07/05/2024
The leadership of the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG), led by President Kwabena Yeboah and Patron Ms. Gifty Annan-Myers have visited the family of the late Joe Lartey to commiserate with them on the loss of the evergreen statesman.
07/05/2024
Ghana’s 4x100m men’s relay team secured their ticket to this summer's Olympic Games in Paris after winning Heat 2 on the second day of the World Relays in the Bahamas on Sunday.
The quartet made up of Ibrahim Fuseini, Isaac Botsio, Benjamin Azamati, and Joseph Paul Amoah made sure of qualification after finishing in a time of 38.29s.
Fuseini got off the blocks perfectly, running a time of 10.69s and successfully handed the baton to Isaac Botsio, who did his run in a time of 9.13s.
Ghana's 100m record holder, Benjamin Azamati, then took over the third leg, running a time of 9.35s before handing over to Amoah, who did 9.12s to storm to victory at the Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium in Nassau.
Having endured a disappointing night on the opening day of the competition after dropping their baton, the Ghanaians were presented with a second chance to make up for the earlier mishap, and they took that opportunity with both hands.
The 'sweetest' part of the victory was the fact that they won ahead of Nigeria, the African Games gold winners.
The 4x100m men’s relay team thus became the first discipline to qualify for the Games.
05/05/2024
SWAG @ AIPS Congress k*m Centenary Celebration
The leadership of the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) joined other member countries for the 86th annual congress of the Association of International Sports Press (AIPS), at Santa Susanna in Barcelona, Spain.
This year’s congress, coincides with the centenary celebration of the AIPS, which started from Saturday, April 27 to Thursday, May 2, 2024.
The SWAG was represented at the congress by its Vice-President, Mrs Evelyn Nsiah Asare Owusu and General Secretary Charles Osei Asibey.
The duo joined over 400 delegates who converged on the Atzavara Hotel in Santa Susamma to engage representatives from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, UEFA, European Athletics, UNESCO and the World University Sports Association.
Also, on the agenda for the congress was a panel discussion on championing gender equality, diversity and inclusion through the Sports Media.
Heads of some selected federations discussed the future of sports and the impact of AI with another discussion on AI and the future of sports journalism to be discussed with opinions from editors in chief of top sports newspapers and UNESCO.
While in Santa Susanna, the vice-president and the general secretary attended the AIPS Sports Media Awards where sports journalists selected from all over the world were decorated for excellence in their job done for the year 2023.
SWAG, the most active and biggest African member of the AIPS, has not missed out on recent congresses where it has made significant contributions towards improving the work of sports journalists.
The AIPS Congress is the annual gathering of sports journalists across the world at one venue to deliberate on impacting sports development and improving the profession of the sports media.
03/05/2024
May Your Gentle Soul Rest Well, Joe Lartey.
27/04/2024
A close up picture of Joe Lartey in a chat with A.K.Deku ,Commissioner for Sports.In the background are sportswriters John Baiden,and Joe Aggrey
27/04/2024
From the archives...
SWAG inauguration at Ambassador Hotel in 1968.
Standing third from last (front row) is SWAG first President Mr Joe Lartey.On his immediate left is Lt Col A.K Deku then Commissooner for Education and Sports.Next to him is Justice Azu Crabbe then President of the Ghana Olympic Committee
It's a group picture of the enthusiastic members of the newly formed SWAG..
Squatting in the middle is the late Ken Amoah of GBC.
27/04/2024
The Legend Joe Lartey
Sir
27/04/2024
STATEMENT: FIRST SWAG PRESIDENT DEAD
The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) announces the death of renowned Legendary Ghanaian Journalist, Broadcaster & First President of the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) Mr Joachim Awuley Lartey aka 'Joe Lartey' on April 26, 2024.
The late broadcaster also known as "Over To You Joe Lartey" passed at age 96.
Sir
25/04/2024
Late Dr. Emmanuel Owusu Ansah's sports legacy is immeasurable. - SWAG
RIP, Sir!
25/04/2024
SWAG salutes Dreams FC, urges them to outstrip Zamelek for a dream final.
Calls on Ghanaians to troop to Baba Yara to support the Dream.
Good Luck, Dreams!
06/03/2024
We join our hands in raising our flags 🇬🇭🇬🇭 to celebrate our independence.
Happy Independence Day!
20/01/2024
🎥: Enjoy the 48TH SWAG Awards Highlights In HD 🥽
17/01/2024
Thank you
The 48th SWAG Awards at the Accra International Conference Centre was Good.
Special thanks to our partners Nguvu Mining Limited, SES HD+, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, The Vice President, Office of the Chief of Staff, Guinness Ghana Limited, Safari Valley Resort, Verna Water, Stanbic Bank, NLA, the Almighty Event Factory, GTV Sports+, Multimedia, Happy FM etc.
The journey for the 49th SWAG Awards is on...
Cheers.
14/01/2024
Pictures of the 48th Nguvu SWAG Awards in Accra.
12/01/2024
A message from the indefatigable president Kwabena Yeboah da 📝
12/01/2024
Six more hours to go....
And the 48TH SWAG Awards will be live as we honour sports excellence once again.
In attendance are H. E Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Kofi Kinaata, Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, top sports industry players, and entertainment celebrities.
Partners: Nguvu Mining, SES HD+, Verna Water, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, Stanbic Bank, GOIL Plc, Malta Guinness, National Lottery Authority, Esthacie Agency, Safari Valley Resort & Event Factory.
Live on
11/01/2024
Tomorrow is 48th Nguvu SWAG Awards at the Accra International Conference Center (AICC).
Come lets Celebrate Sports Excellence as event is graced by H. E Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, top sports industry players and entertainment celebrities.
In Attendance : Kofi Kinaata and Afua Asantewaa Aduonum
Partners: Nguvu Mining, SES HD+, Verna Water, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, Stanbic Bank, GOIL Plc, Malta Guinness, National Lottery Authority, Esthacie Agency, Safari Valley Resort & Event Factory.
Live on GTV Sports+
10/01/2024
48 hours to the 48TH Nguvu SWAG Awards, in Accra.
H. E Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is the Guest of Honour with Kofi Kinaata performing.
Thanks to Nguvu Mining, SES HD+, Verna Water, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, Stanbic Bank, GOIL Plc, Malta Guinness, National Lottery Authority, Esthacie Agency and Event Factory.
08/01/2024
Home Stretch 👀
In 4️⃣ Days, honours will be conferred on top athletes and deserving administrators at the 48th SWAG Awards.
06/01/2024
6 Days to the 48th SWAG Awards
Meet our partners Nguvu Mining Limited, SES HD+, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, GOIL Plc, Stanbic Bank, National Lottery Authority, Malta Guinness, Twellium Industries, Esthacie Events etc...
04/01/2024
In 8 Days, highlife star Kofi Kinaata will be performing at the 48th Nguvu SWAG Awards at the Accra International Conference Center (AICC).
02/01/2024
10 Days to the 48th Nguvu SWAG Awards at the Accra International Conference Center on January 12, 2024.
Top dignitaries and celebrities to grace the event as we honour sports excellence.
30/12/2023
13 Days to the prestigious 48th Nguvu SWAG Awards
Date: January 12, 2024
Venue: Accra International Conference Center
Time: 6pm.
More details coming up.
28/12/2023
15 Days to Nguvu SWAG Awards
GOIL Ghana is our proud sponsor as we gear up to honour sports excellence.
20/12/2023
22 Days to the 48TH SWAG Awards.
We unveil a new Headlline Sponsor today at 3pm.
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Iconic Ghanaian Journalist, Broadcaster & First President Of The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) Mr.Joachim Nii Awuley Lartey aka "Over To You Joe Lartey," reliving his heydays behind the MIC on his 95th Birthday together with his 97 years old wife Emelia Lartey earlier today 𝐻𝐴𝑃𝑃𝑌 𝐵𝐼𝑅𝑇𝐻𝐷𝐴𝑌 𝑆𝐼𝑅!!!! #Swag #happybirthday #birthday #overtoyoujoelartey #ghana
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