Africa prepares for historic Olympic moment at Dakar 2026
Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Dakar was awarded the Youth Olympic Games in 2018, before agreeing with the IOC to postpone the event from 2022 to 2026 to allow for more sustainable planningByEmmanuel AkindubuwaBBC Sport Africa, LagosWhen the Youth Olympics begin in Senegal in 100 days' time, it will mark a first on African soil."Building for the futureImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Senegal's first skate park in the Ngor neighborhood of Dakar is a major hangout for young riders who hope to represent their country at the GamesThe Youth Olympics are smaller in scale compared to its senior counterpart, but will still feature around 2,700 athletes competing in 25 sports.
The IOC, working with the Olympic Refuge Foundation and international federations, has identified young refugee athletes through trials and development programmes in East Africa, and those selected for the Games will also receive education and wellbeing support.
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