About VAC
A premier athletics event in Ghana’s Volta Region.
The Volta Athletics Championship (VAC) is Ghana’s premier athletics event, bringing together the nation’s finest athletes to compete at an elite level. Hosted in the heart of the Volta region, VAC is more than just a competition—it is a movement dedicated to discovering and nurturing Ghana’s future global champions.
Core Events
Experience the Thrill of Competition!
High-Impact Races
100m, 200m, 400m and 800m
Relay Races
4x100m and 4x400m
Half Marathon
For endurance athletes, open to international participants.
Coaching Workshop
For Ghanaian coaches to learn elite training techniques.
Purpose & Objectives
A Championship with a Mission
Unleashing Global Champions
The VAC is committed to identifying and developing Ghanaian athletes with the potential to compete at the highest international levels.
Discovering Raw Talent
Ghana is rich with untapped athletic potential, and VAC serves as a platform to scout and nurture young athletes from across the country.
Empowering Coaches
The Coaching Capacity-Building Workshop at VAC will introduce grassroots coaches to modern training methodologies, sports science, injury prevention, and mental conditioning.
Positioning Ghana as a Sporting Hub
Through world-class organization and participation from top-tier athletes, VAC aims to place Ghana on the global athletics map.
Catalyzing Sports Tourism
The championship will not only showcase athletic excellence but also position Ghana as a hub for sports tourism.
Inspiring the Youth
VAC seeks to inspire young Ghanaians to embrace athletics, leading to healthier lifestyles, career opportunities, and national pride.