Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games set to begin in Senegal on October 30
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
The Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games will take place from October 30 to November 13, marking Africa's first Olympic event. About 2,700 athletes will compete across 25 sports, with 153 medal events. Senegal was initially scheduled to host the Games in 2022, but the event was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The event aims to inspire youth and promote Olympic values, with organizers optimistic about its potential economic and social impact, especially amid youth unemployment challenges in the region.
- •Dakar, Diamniadio, and Saly will host the Games.
- •Baseball5, skateboarding, and Wushu Taolu debut at this edition.
- •Nineteen sports are aligned with the Paris 2024 Olympics.
- •Over 400 young Africans have received training for the event.
- •The event seeks to address youth unemployment through various programs.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — All you need to know about the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics
"Senegal hosts Africa's first Olympic event as the Dakar 2026 Youth Games bring together 2,700 athletes from around the world.
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