Africa is preparing to make Olympic history as Senegal hosts the first-ever Olympic event on African soil, the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Taking place from October 31 to November 13, the Games will bring together thousands of young athletes from around the world in a celebration of sport, culture and youth empowerment.

Beyond the competition, Dakar 2026 is an opportunity to showcase Africa’s potential, hospitality and growing influence in global sport.

Unathi Batyashe spoke to Gambian Journalist Essa Lowe about the significance of this landmark event for Senegal, West Africa and the continent as a whole.

Africa is preparing to make Olympic history as Senegal hosts the first-ever Olympic event on African soil, the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Taking place from October 31 to November 13, the Games will bring together thousands of young athletes from around the world in a celebration of sport, culture and youth empowerment.
Beyond the competition, Dakar 2026 is an opportunity to showcase Africa&rsquo;s potential, hospitality and growing influence in global sport.
Unathi Batyashe spoke to Gambian Journalist Essa Lowe about the significance of this landmark event for Senegal, West Africa and the continent as a whole.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day’s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day&rsquo;s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.