Screenshot of one of the visually impaired athletes
GhanaWeb has sighted a unique and heartwarming video that captured two blind students competing in a 100-meter race, guided solely by the sound of a ringing bell.
The participants, students from the Akuapem School for the Blind at Akropong Akuapem, in the Eastern Region, showcases incredible determination as they raced toward the finish line.
The video, shared on X by EDHUB on March 7, 2025, shows how a guide runs ahead of them, ringing a bell to help them stay on course.
With unwavering focus on the sound of the bell, the young athletes push forward, driven by their determination to win.
The atmosphere around them was filled with cheers from onlookers, celebrating their inspiring efforts.
The Akuapem School for the Blind has long been a hub of encouragement and empowerment for students, helping them embrace their full potential despite their visual impairment.
Through innovative training techniques and dedicated coaching, these young athletes are proving that blindness is not a barrier to achieving greatness.
Watch video below:
Watch how visually impaired students at the Akropong School for the Blind amazingly participate in athletics.
In this particular video, two students compete in a thrilling 100m race, guided by a man who runs alongside them, ringing a bell to help keep them on track. pic.twitter.com/X2cZKCJ9UZ
— EDHUB🌍ℹ (@eddie_wrt) March 6, 2025
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