Ghana Olympic Committee Names 13-Athlete Contingent for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics
The Ghana Olympic Committee has officially named a 13-member athletic delegation for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
In Brief
- •The Ghana Olympic Committee has officially named a 13-member athletic delegation for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
- •Ghanaian athletes aged 13 to 17 earned qualifications through their International Federations across eight sports disciplines.
- •The competition will take place from October 31 to November 13, 2026, in Senegal across Dakar, Diamniadio, and Saly.
- •Dakar 2026 marks the first time an Olympic event will be staged on African soil.
Why It Matters
The announcement highlights Ghana's investment in rising sports talent across a diverse array of disciplines, including athletics, swimming, boxing, badminton, taekwondo, judo, beach volleyball, and table tennis. The roster reflects focused development efforts for teenage competitors on the international stage. As the first Olympic event held in Africa, Dakar 2026 holds regional significance for continental athletics, offering West African competitors a historic home-continent platform to gain global exposure.
Key Details
- Contingent Size
- 13 athletes
- Athlete Age Range
- 13 to 17 years
- Disciplines
- 8 sports
- Event Schedule
- October 31 – November 13, 2026
- Host Venues
- Dakar, Diamniadio, and Saly (Senegal)
Context & Background
The Youth Olympic Games are an international multi-sport event organized by the International Olympic Committee for athletes aged 14 to 18. Dakar 2026 was selected as host, making Senegal the first African nation to host an Olympic event.
What To Watch
The Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, scheduled to take place from October 31 to November 13, 2026, in Senegal.
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