Dela Akosua Amartey
Ghanaian sprinter and track athlete
Dela Akosua Amartey is a Ghanaian track and field athlete who has competed at the international level, representing her country in sprint events. She has participated in major sporting competitions including the Commonwealth Games, where she competed alongside other elite African athletes. Amartey's career highlights her commitment to athletic excellence and her role in promoting women's sports in West Africa. As a sprinter, she has worked to establish competitive standards within Ghana's track and field program and has inspired younger athletes to pursue careers in athletics. Her participation in international competitions has helped raise the profile of Ghanaian women's sports on the global stage.
Athlete
Ghanaian
1990
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Dela
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