TO THE OPENING CEREMONY OF THE YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES DAKAR 2026
JEUX OLYMPIQUES DE LA JEUNESSE DE DAKAR 2026

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The first Youth Olympic Games in Africa

The 4th Summer Youth Olympic Games will take place in Dakar, Senegal, from 31 October to 13 November 2026. This will be a first for the African continent.

Discover the venues for Dakar 2026

Competition venues
Estimated total capacity
3
3 host cities

14

days

2700

athletes

25

Sports on the competition programme

10

Engagement programme

ROAD TO DAKAR

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About the Youth Olympic Games

Since 2010, the Youth Olympic Games have brought together the world's best young athletes in a celebration of sport, culture and education.

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Official Partners

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