SWAG celebrates 52nd anniversary today

The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) has saluted its gallant leaders and members who have contributed to the current state of the association as it celebrates its 52nd anniversary today.

Branches

The association, which was inaugurated on August 3, 1968 with 12 members, has now grown up to over 300 members in the various parts of the country, including Ashanti, Bono, Eastern and Volta regions. It is expected to inaugurate a new branch in the Western and all the northern regions soon.

Past presidents

As we commemorate this 52rd anniversary, it is important to yet again pay glowing tribute to our forebears, namely Joe Lartey, Willie Kwarteng, Oheneba Charles, Joe Aggrey, Ebo Quansah, Ackah Anthony and all who served SWAG in various capacities whose tireless efforts have helped to build brands and images that have placed SWAG where it stands today,” a SWAG statement said.

Task ahead

The statement noted that despite the successes chalked up over the years, it had still more ahead to be achieved.

“It is in order to pat ourselves on the shoulders for the good job done so far, but this is also a strong reminder that there is still a lot more to be achieved.

“We can confidently say SWAG has grown bigger and better and has become more relevant in building the capacity of the sports media in Ghana,” it added.

Capacity building

It further challenged members to be abreast of modern trends of the profession in order not to be pushed out of business but to still remain relevant.

“As we chart the path leading us steadily towards 60 years, it is important to take stock of where we have come from and where we are heading towards and the need for us to also keep abreast of the fast-changing technology driven industry to remain relevant and protect our means of livelihood”, the statement concluded.