In a remarkable achievement, Anthony Elikem Essah, a student from Prime Academy in Afienya, has emerged as the first African and Ghanaian to win the Global Spelling Championship.
Anthony, along with four teammates, represented Ghana at the annual Inter-Continental Spelling Bee competition in Dubai, earning enviable laurels and qualifying for the global level.
The team's stellar performance was celebrated with a grand ceremony at the school. "The exposure has helped us become more resilient, determined, and open to learning other cultures," Anthony said, describing his experience.
Clifford Justice Nartey, the school's spelling bee coach, credited the team's success to rigorous preparation. "The process was tedious, but we spent extra time beyond learning hours to shape the students for the competition," Mr.