Team Ghana returns from Owlypia International Competition with 41 medals

Team Ghana, made up of students from Galaxy International School, has returned from the Owlypia International Competition held in London, United Kingdom, with a total of 41 medals.

The delegation, comprising 52 students, parents and teachers, participated in the global academic competition, which ran from June 14 to June 20, 2026. They competed against participants from several countries across academic and leadership categories.

Led by Principal Jasur Domullojonov and three teachers, the team took part in events focused on critical thinking, leadership, public speaking and teamwork.

Medal Performance

The team secured a total of 41 medals, made up of:

16 Gold medals

18 Silver medals

7 Bronze medals

In addition to the medals, students placed in several individual and team categories.

Notable Individual and Team Results

Some participants achieved top positions in their respective categories:

Individual results:

1st Place: William Kofi Owusu Opong, Maryam Ruzmetova

2nd Place: Neina Salsabeela Salim, Pebbles Kistina Nyame-Akyedzi Dadzie

3rd Place: Aseye Adelaide Mawudzro, Jayden Awedanah Tedane Ayipah-Kuti, Isabel Tetebea Bonzoh

Team results:

1st Place (Team Leadership): Neina Salsabeela Salim, William Kofi Owusu Opong, Aseye Adelaide Mawudzro

1st Place (Team Quantum Thinkers): Iman Wun-Nam Aminu, Isabel Tetebea Bonzoh, Maryam Ruzmetova

2nd Place (Team Patience): Maali Pelpuo, Nana Odi Mante Tieku, Frank Dominic Nanko

3rd Place (Team Keaf): Firmine Samira Moukom, Jayden Awedanah Kuti, Moaz Ali

Additional Recognitions

The team also received several special recognitions in public speaking, debate, and cultural representation.

Proficient Public Speakers: Pheoby Karyn Dadzie, Maali Pelpuo, and Jeana Okyere Gyamfi

Proficient Debate Team: Neina Salsabeela Salim, William Kofi Owusu Opong, Aseye Adelaide Mawudzro

Proficient Individual Knowledge Challenge: Jayden Awedanah Ayipah-Kuti, Abena Amoah Osei Addae

Cultural Ambassador Award: William Kofi Owusu Opong

A statement from the school described the participation as an opportunity for students to demonstrate their academic and leadership abilities.

The team’s performance adds to Ghana’s growing participation in international academic competitions.

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