REFFA Organizes Health Walk to Promote Fitness

The organisers of the Regal Film Festival and Awards (REFFA), joined by some renowned Ghanaian celebrities, took to the streets of Accra last Saturday for a health walk aimed at promoting fitness and a healthy lifestyle.

The walk, which began at the REFFA office at Kanda, saw over 100 participants traverse some principal streets of the capital. The event was supported by personnel from the Ghana Police Service, GTI Health Clinic, RIVIA Clinics, Golden Parani, Impression Eye care staff, a brass band, sympathisers in masquerades and some young filmmakers.

The seven-kilometre route took the group from Kanda through the Kanda Strip to Christ the King Church, onto SwitchBack Road, and towards Aviance on the Aviation Social Centre Road. From Aviance, the participants continued to the Airport Roundabout before making their way back towards 37, where they were energised by brass band music and musical interludes. The walk concluded back at the starting point at Kanda.

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Celebrities including Fred Amugi, James Gardner, Roselyn Ngissah, Christina Awuni, Gloria Sarfo, Ken Fiati, Gadede Segbefia, Monica Awinbono, Omari Dwamena, and film Director / Producer Mr Daniel. Adjokatcher and a host of others joined Selassie Ibrahim, Executive Director of REFFA, who led the walk. Upon their return, participants were taken through an extensive aerobic session and given fitness tips by instructors.

Speaking after the exercise, Selassie Ibrahim praised the participants for their commitment to keeping fit. She revealed that a larger edition of the walk is planned for the Ashanti Region in August to commemorate the company’s inception and establishment.

“The event was to challenge staff to maintain a healthy lifestyle and keep fit for the year ahead,” she said. She further disclosed that REFFA remains committed to maintaining its position as a leader in entertainment and awards organisation in Ghana and across the continent.

Participants who spoke to the Daily Graphic expressed enthusiasm for the walk and called for more such fitness exercises. Following the physical activities, attendees also underwent health screenings, including checks for blood pressure, blood sugar, eyes, and Body Mass Index (BMI).’

REFFA AWARDS is an award scheme which celebrates great movies and talents across the African continent and the diaspora. The maiden edition was held in December last year, and the organisers are poised to deliver another incredible awards night in December this year.