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Amputee Football Hero Tackles Disability Stigma, Promotes Inclusion Across Africa

Amputee Football Hero Tackles Disability Stigma, Promotes Inclusion Across Africa

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Amputee Football Hero Tackles Disability Stigma, Promotes Inclusion Across Africa Can amputee football become a powerful force for inclusion and opportunity... 25.09.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Amputee Football Hero Tackles Disability Stigma, Promotes Inclusion Across Africa Can amputee football become a powerful force for inclusion and opportunity across Africa? From Ghana and Nigeria to Rwanda and Kenya, national teams are growing and opening new opportunities for players with limb loss. The African Amputee Football Cup of Nations (AAFCON) is driving the sport forward, with Ghana lifting the 2024 title in Cairo, Egypt. Speaking to #AfricanCurrents , Ghana’s national amputee football team captain Richard Arthur Opentil reveals how amputee football is challenging stigma, creating opportunities, and empowering athletes across the continent—while urging greater investment, stronger support systems, and wider recognition for the players changing the game.▶ Engage with the full discussion via:Telegram’s built-in playerOur website Apple Podcasts and your favorite streaming platformsYou can also find podcasts on Telegram using the hashtag #SputnikRadioSubscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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