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Senegal Hosts First African Youth Olympic Games

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Senegal is set to host the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) from October 31 to November 13, 2026, marking the first time this event is held on the African continent. The games will feature 2,700 athletes aged 14 to 17 from 206 countries competing in 25 official disciplines. Senegal is investing in sports infrastructure and training for young people, despite facing economic challenges.

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    Tout savoir sur les Jeux olympiques de la jeunesse de Dakar 2026 ➡️ ht...

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    Africa ready for Olympic debut with Dakar Youth Games https://t.co/U39...

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    ​Législation anti-LGBT et JOJ 2026 : Le dilemme du Sénégal, pays hôte...

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    Africa hosts its first Youth Olympic Games and they are set to open wi...

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