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The Ghana Swimming Association (GSA) serves as the official governing body for aquatic sports in Ghana.

It is responsible for the development, promotion, and regulation of swimming, diving, synchronized swimming, open water swimming, and water polo across the country.

Operating as an independent nonprofit organization within the Olympic and Paralympic movement, the GSA prioritizes athlete safety and integrity while promoting the values of discipline, health, and excellence in sport.

Led by President Delphina Quaye, the GSA is supported by a leadership team that includes Vice Presidents Kweku Sam Brew and Saha Kambo Lamptey, as well as board member Mohammed Muniru Kassim and others.

The association is also firmly committed to safeguarding athletes through its SafeSport Center, which focuses on addressing emotional, physical, and sexual misconduct in the sport.

Ghana has made notable strides in international competitions under the GSA’s guidance.

The country has participated in several World Aquatics Championships, including the 2019, 2022, 2023, and 2024 editions, fielding a team of swimmers such as Abeku Jackson, Jason Arthur, Kaya and Zaira Forson, Nubia Adjei, Unilez Takyi, and Christian Nortey.

In 2023, Ghana hosted swimming events at the African Games in Accra, marking a significant achievement with the use of the newly built Borteyman Sports Complex, which features a 10-lane competition pool and seats for 1,000 spectators.

National records continue to improve, with Abeiku Jackson setting a time of 23.87 seconds in the men’s 50-meter butterfly and Joselle Mensah clocking 26.52 seconds in the women’s 50-meter freestyle. The association keeps a detailed registry of such records and actively promotes high-performance swimming.

Domestically, the Ghana Swimming Association places a strong emphasis on youth training and talent identification.

Through regular coaching sessions, development camps, and support from corporate sponsors, the association fosters a nurturing environment for emerging swimmers.

One of its key initiatives, the Ghana Swim League, runs annually from October to April, culminating in a “Meet of Champions” in June. This platform has helped showcase talent from various regions of the country.

The association continues to build ties with Ghanaian swimmers in the diaspora. In 2025, it selected a team of eight swimmers, both local and foreign-based, to represent the country at the 16th Africa Junior Swimming Championships in Cairo.

Looking to the future, the GSA aims to consolidate its successes by improving infrastructure, increasing youth participation, enhancing coach education, and expanding its SafeSport programs.

With the establishment of world-class facilities like the Borteyman Aquatic Center and the inclusion of international swimmers in its development strategy, the association is setting the stage for Ghana to become a major force in African and global swimming.

The Ghana Swimming Association continues to encourage public and private support for its programs. It shares updates, athlete features, and event coverage through its official website and social media platforms.

With continued investment and community engagement, the GSA is poised to elevate swimming into one of Ghana’s most celebrated sports.

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