Betty Kyeremateng wins best female player at African Scrabble Championship

Ghanaian scrabble player Betty Kyeremateng has made history at the 16th African Scrabble Championship held in Monrovia, Liberia. Kyeremateng secured the prestigious Best Female Player award, becoming the first woman from Ghana to ever achieve this feat on the continental stage. Her performance throughout the tournament reflected the rising standard of play in the country and has been widely praised by sports enthusiasts and national associations. Kyeremateng’s success was built on a consistent performance over the course of the four-day competition. She finished 13th in the overall standings, an impressive feat considering the high level of competition from established continental powerhouses. Out of the 32 games played during the championship, she secured 20 wins, ensuring she outperformed all other female contenders to take home the regional individual honor. The championship also marked a significant administrative achievement for Ghana with the election of Haruna Adamu as the new president of the Pan African Scrabble Association (PANASA). His election to the top seat of the continental body highlights Ghana’s growing influence in the sport's governance. This leadership role is expected to provide a platform for the further development of scrabble across the African continent and within Ghana specifically. While Nigeria continued its dominance in the sport, with Abdulmumin Jimoh winning the individual championship and the country taking the Best Country title, Ghana's dual achievements stood out. Kenya and the host nation, Liberia, also performed well, placing behind Nigeria in the national rankings. The successes of both Kyeremateng and Adamu have provided a significant boost to the profile of scrabble in Ghana as players look forward to future international competitions.