- A Germany-based Ghanaian man broke a record by cycling solo from his base country, covering over 10,000 km to get to Ghana
- His mission raised awareness and funds for education in underserved Ghanaian communities through a partnership with EduSpots
- Adjei was warmly welcomed at Accra’s Independence Square on September 19, after completing his 103-day journey
A Ghanaian man living in Germany has broken a record after cycling from his base country to Accra, Ghana, on his ‘Bike2MyRoots’ solo project.
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The Ghanaian-born man from Teshie, identified as Emmanuel Akpor Adjei, has become the first African man to cycle solo through 15 countries, covering over 10,000 km just on a bicycle.
The young man started his journey from Munich, Germany, on June 7, 2025, and arrived 103 days later. He crossed from Germany to Austria, Switzerland, France, Spain, Morocco, Western Sahara, Mauritania, Senegal, Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Côte d’Ivoire.
Ghanaian man achieves Germany-Ghana 10,000km ride
He entered Ghana on Wednesday, September 17. His mission was not only to challenge physical limits but also to raise awareness and funds for education in underserved communities in Ghana through his partnership with the NGO EduSpots.
The project aimed to mobilise support and ignite community-led change to raise €100,000 to support sustainable education initiatives.
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He was welcomed at the Independence Square of Accra on Friday, September 19, at 4:00 PM by family members, loved ones, and the general public. Many of his family and friends were heard welcoming him, saying “Oobake.”
A durbar ceremony was also held at the forecourt of the Teshie Community Library on his behalf on Saturday, September 20, 2025, to welcome him home formally after the long journey.
The “Bike2MyRoots” project has been widely celebrated for its blend of athletic passion and social purpose. Adu Bohaen Carlos, Chairperson of EduSpots’ Catalyst Committee, expressed admiration for Adjei’s endeavor. He said:
“We wish Emmanuel all the best with his incredible journey to Accra. All of EduSpots’ Catalysts are behind you, Let’s turn your passion into education for everyone.”
Watch the video as he was welcomed at Independence Square in Accra below:
Reactions to Emmanuel’s 10,000 km cycling achievement
YEN.com.gh collected reactions from Ghanaians who watched the video online. Some of the comments are below.
@YoungFredj said:
“Can I get his contact? I want him to show me the roads so I can also ride from Ghana to Germany?”
@LordBles7 wrote:
“So there are ways of crossing about 15 countries by bike and foot, and you guys aren’t showing us. Just to pay GH₵100,000 plus for them to even scam you on top. 😂”
@YPGhana commented:
“What an inspiring journey of endurance and connection to home.”
@understand7566 wrote:
“Good determination, and the welcome was very nice. I am lucky to be Ghanaian.”
Guinness record delays Ghanaian walk-a-thon approval
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that Seidu Rafiwu completed a 383-kilometre walk-a-thon from Techiman to Accra in 96 hours, seeking Guinness recognition.
He submitted all evidence to Guinness World Records, provided requested documents, yet received no official confirmation.
Frustrated by delays, Rafiwu appealed for national support, stressing his endurance feat symbolised Ghanaian pride.
Source: YEN.com.gh
Source: Yen.com.gh
