From 3 to 8 October, Ghana proudly hosted the King’s Baton Relay, as part of a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and a celebration of sport and community. The Baton’s arrival marked a significant step in the countdown to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, reaffirming Ghana’s dedication to sustainability, community engagement, and cultural pride.   The official launch took place at Jubilee House in Accra, where the Chief of Staff received the Baton from Commonwealth Sports Ghana...

Green Living Movement Eswatini proudly participated in the King’s Baton Relay 2026 for the upcoming Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Green Living Movement Eswatini, a charity that promotes sustainability and community, held a plastic clean-up event on the Mbabane River in the capital of Eswatini as part of the Commonwealth Clean Oceans Plastics Campaign. Through their ongoing work in environmental education, green skills training, and community development, the organisation empowers young...

The Baton was revealed featuring a design created by Chrisford “Chris” Chayera, a Malawian visual mouth artist who paints by manoeuvring the brush with his mouth. His artwork shaped the Baton’s panels, showcasing elements of Malawi’s cultural identity and sporting heritage. Its features included the national flag, Lake Malawi, Chambo fish, Baobab and Palm trees, Mount Mulanje and its tea estates, as well as the UNESCO-recognised Gule Wamkulu dance. Sporting motifs were also incorporated to...