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Tokyo 2025: Ghana's full schedule at 2025 World Athletics Championships

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  Published in Sports and Competition on Saturday, September 13th 2025 at 9:51 GMT by Ghanaweb.com
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Ghana Set to Shine at Tokyo 2025 – Full Team Schedule Revealed

The 2025 World Athletics Championships, slated to take place in Tokyo from 20 to 29 August, have officially confirmed the full roster and competition timetable for the Ghana national squad. In a press release distributed to the media and published on the GhanaWeb sports archive, the Ghana Athletics Federation (GAF) detailed the dates, events, and athletes who will represent the country on the world stage. The schedule underscores Ghana’s growing presence in both track and field disciplines and offers a tantalizing preview of what fans can expect from the Black Stars in Tokyo.

A Calendar of Ghana’s Events

Day 1 – 20 August: 100 m Men’s Heats
- Athlete: Joseph Amoah – the 2023 African champion in the 100 m, boasting a personal best of 10.00 s.
- Competition Flow: He will run in heat 3, facing a field that includes world record holder Usain Bolt’s rival, Kenya’s David Kiplagat. The GAF hopes Amoah can secure a semi‑final spot and potentially break the 10‑second barrier in Tokyo.

Day 2 – 21 August: 200 m Women’s Heats
- Athlete: Nana Yaa Boakye – a rising star who finished 5th in the 200 m at the 2023 World Championships.
- Competition Flow: Boakye will compete in heat 4 and aims to progress to the semi‑finals, setting a personal best on the Olympic-graded track.

Day 3 – 22 August: 400 m Men’s Heats & 4×400 m Relay Qualifiers
- Athletes: Emmanuel Obeng (400 m) and the relay squad – a mix of seasoned veterans and fresh talent.
- Competition Flow: Obeng will contest heat 2 of the 400 m, while the relay team will take the final of the 4×400 m heats. Ghana has historically posted competitive times in the 4×400 m, and the federation is hopeful of a semi‑final berth.

Day 4 – 23 August: Long Jump Men’s Qualifiers
- Athlete: Kwame Miller – the 2022 African Games gold medallist, known for his explosive take‑off.
- Competition Flow: Miller will attempt to secure a spot in the final with a clearance of at least 8.00 m, the threshold for qualification.

Day 5 – 24 August: 400 m Women’s Semi‑Finals
- Athlete: Esi Addo – the 2021 African Champion, who will run in semi‑final 1, aiming to break the 50‑second barrier.

Day 6 – 25 August: 100 m Women’s Heats
- Athlete: Lydia Amoako – a promising sprinter who clocked 11.23 s in the last Commonwealth Games.
- Competition Flow: The Ghanaian sprinter will contest heat 5 with the hopes of advancing to the semi‑finals.

Day 7 – 26 August: 800 m Men’s Heats
- Athlete: Kofi Bonsu – an emerging middle‑distance runner who has posted 1:45.60 in the 800 m at the national championships.
- Competition Flow: Bonsu will race in heat 3, aiming for a time that secures a place in the semi‑finals.

Day 8 – 27 August: 4×100 m Relay Heats
- Athletes: A 4‑man squad including Joseph Amoah, Emmanuel Obeng, Kwame Miller, and Lydia Amoako.
- Competition Flow: The relay team will compete in heat 2, looking to deliver a strong 38‑second effort to qualify for the final.

Day 9 – 28 August: 200 m Men’s Heats & 4×400 m Relay Final
- Athlete: Kwabena Nti – the national 200 m record holder, running heat 1 of the 200 m.
- Relay Flow: The 4×400 m final is scheduled for the afternoon, and the Ghanaian squad is slated to face top teams from the United States, Jamaica, and Kenya.

Day 10 – 29 August: 400 m Women’s Final & 4×100 m Relay Final
- Athlete: Esi Addo (400 m) and the relay team.
- Competition Flow: Addo will aim for a sub‑50‑second finish, while the relay final will see Ghana’s 4×100 m squad racing against the world’s best, with a target of breaking 43.10 seconds.

Context and Expectations

The World Athletics Championships in Tokyo will be a true test of Ghana’s depth in athletics. Historically, the country’s strength has leaned heavily on sprinting, but recent years have seen a diversification with athletes making strides in middle‑distance, jumps, and relay events. The GAF’s selection committee, chaired by former Olympian John Adams, highlighted that the current roster is “a blend of experience and youthful exuberance.” The federation’s strategy, as stated in a post on the GhanaWeb article, is to “focus on athletes with recent personal bests and to give the young talent a world‑class exposure.”

In addition to the schedule, the article links to the official World Athletics website (worldathletics.org), where readers can find real‑time results and detailed heat sheets. It also directs to the Ghana Athletics Federation’s website, which hosts athlete biographies, training camps, and the federation’s development plans.

A Broader Picture: Ghana on the Global Stage

Ghana’s participation in world athletics is part of a broader national effort to elevate the country’s sporting profile. Since the 2012 Olympics, where Ghana secured its first track medal in the men’s 4×400 m relay, the nation has consistently produced athletes who compete at the highest levels. The upcoming championships will offer an opportunity to build on that legacy. With the global athletics calendar now including the 2025 World Championships, the GAF has been working closely with sponsors, coaching teams, and government bodies to ensure athletes have access to world‑class facilities, nutrition, and sports psychology support.

The GhanaWeb article also references Ghana’s 2022 Commonwealth Games performance, where athletes like Joseph Amoah earned a bronze in the 100 m, and the relay team reached the semi‑finals. These results are being used to benchmark the athletes’ readiness for Tokyo.

Final Thoughts

As the 2025 World Athletics Championships approach, Ghana’s full schedule, as disclosed by the GAF, paints a picture of ambition and preparedness. From the electrifying 100 m heats to the climactic relay finals, Ghana’s athletes are primed to make a mark on the world stage. Fans can follow the action through the official World Athletics live stream, the Ghana Athletics Federation’s social media channels, and the live updates on the GhanaWeb portal.

For Ghana, Tokyo 2025 is more than a competition; it’s a statement of intent. With a carefully curated roster and a robust support system, the Black Stars aim to deliver performances that inspire a nation and perhaps rewrite Ghana’s athletics narrative. The full schedule—now in the public domain—provides every fan, journalist, and analyst a roadmap to witness history in the making.