Abeiku Jackson

African Games 2023: Abeiku Jackson Secures Ghana’s First-Ever Swimming Medal

African Games 2023: Abeiku Jackson Secures Ghana’s First-Ever Swimming Medal

Ghana's team captain, Abeiku Jackson, has etched his name in history by securing the country's inaugural medal in swimming at the African Games 2023. Jackson made waves by winning a silver medal in the Men's 50m Butterfly event, clocking in at 24.23 seconds. Although narrowly outpaced by Egypt's Ali Khalafalla, who claimed gold with a time of 23.93 seconds, Jackson's achievement is groundbreaking. The 23-year-old becomes the first Ghanaian swimmer to clinch a medal at the African Games, putting an end to the nation's prolonged drought in the sport. In the same event, Jackson's teammate, Stacey Harry, delivered a commendable…
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