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Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye (3rd R) unveils the official mascot Ayo for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics Games at the Grand Theatre in Dakar, on October 31, 2025. Senegal will be the first African country to host the Summer Youth Olympic Games in 2026. (Photo by PATRICK MEINHARDT / AFP) (Photo by PATRICK MEINHARDT/AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images With exactly one year remaining until the 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, anticipation is mounting across the continent and the global sporting community. Scheduled from 31 October to 13 November 2026, these Games are historic: the first Olympic-branded event ever hosted on African soil. Beyond sport, Dakar 2026 represents a significant milestone for African economic development, youth engagement, and global visibility. Africa on the Global Stage Performers dance during the unveiling ceremony of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics mascot at the Grand Theatre in Dakar, on October 31, 2025. Senegal will be the first African country to host the Summer Youth Olympic Games in 2026. (Photo by PATRICK MEINHARDT / AFP) (Photo by PATRICK MEINHARDT/AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images Senegal has chosen the motto “Africa welcomes, Dakar celebrates” to express pride and ambition for the continent. About 2,700 athletes from around the world will take part in 25 sports, supported by 35 international federations. The Games aim not only for medals but also to create a lasting impact in education, infrastructure, and youth empowerment. The event will include 25 sports and 151 medal events, ensuring equal opportunities for both men and women in every discipline. Some highlights are 3×3 basketball, skateboarding, Baseball5, wushu, beach volleyball, athletics, swimming, and breaking. A Youth Engagement Programme will also introduce new sports like surfing, sport climbing, and tennis. This allows young athletes and spectators to discover different…

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