Prudential Life promotes fitness with 3rd edition of ‘PruRide Accra’ cycling event

The occasion, supported by the Ghana Cycling Federation, the Ghana Police Service and Carbon AV, was held on the Black Star Square, in Accra, on 11^th September, 2022.

Dr Hazel Berrard Amuah, the Chief Executive Officer of Prudential Life Insurance Ghana, who can be a biking fanatic, stated Prudential was proud to be related to the promotion of biking as part of constructing a wholesome way of life in Ghana. Our function is to assist individuals take advantage of out of life by enabling them to stay a extra more healthy way of life. It additionally signifies that we’re taking part in our half in constructing more healthy and extra resilient communities.

“The goal of the experience is to provide extra individuals the chance to get out on their bikes, get extra energetic and make biking part of their each day routine with a view to stay a more healthy way of life and its wonderful to see the rising biking neighborhood in Ghana persevering with to exhibit enthusiasm for the game” she added.

The day began at round 8am GMT with cyclists taking to the streets amid cheers and pleasure, earlier than they had been joined by spectators, who had been following the thrilling race through stay protection on screens, whereas being entertained by music and commentary from sports activities journalists from Joy FM, one of many media companions for the occasion.

The winner of the skilled class, Lawrence Adjei, walked away with GHS 15000 after successful the 99.7km race with a end time of two hours, 27 minutes and 32 seconds whereas Josephe Zubel, the winner of the novice class, gained GHS4000 after finishing the 19km race in 39 minutes, 22 seconds.

The first 10 cyclists in every class got a money prize whereas all different members obtained a certificates of participation. The oldest bike owner and the primary feminine bike owner for every class had been additionally awarded with a money prize, in step with selling inclusion.

Also in attendance had been representatives from the Ministry of Youth and Sports, regional management from Prudential Africa, financial institution companions, shoppers and different biking lovers.