Over 2000 children from over 50 schools are expected to throng the El Wak Sports stadium in Accra on April 13, 2019 to compete in a mini marathon track races, obstacle challenge, Frindo Soccer Board Game competition and other fun activities.
The program dubbed “Kiddy Mile” is an annual event meant for children between the ages of 3-15 years is aimed at inculcating the habit of good hygiene, healthy living into the children and participating in sporting and recreational activities.
Director of Kiddy Mile, Mrs. Catherine Morton said this year’s edition has received huge patronage and expressed her joy with the enthusiasm of the kids who are making their debut appearance in the event.
She said “This season is going to be great where the kids will learn something new in fitness and living healthy life as well as socializing”
This year’s Kiddy Mile Race is being sponsored by Unilever’s Omo, Blue Band, No.8, Dano Milk, BIC, Verna Mineral Water, Allianz and others.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) has welcomed the Kiddy Mile Concept and the president, Ben Nunoo Mensah has urged parents to allow their children to get involved in such programmes as kids learn by seeing and taking part.
Story By Michael Okuley-Twitter: @MikeOkuley
