As the Senegalese capital prepares to welcome the world’s best youth athletes aiming to create a positive impact for young people throughout the host nation and the African continent, the Dakar 2026 Organizing Committee (YOGOC) celebrates 1,000 days to go until the Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 (YOG). This event marks historical significance as it will be the first Olympic event to be held on African soil.
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for the moment to enjoy the first Olympic event on African soil, an event for
Africa, with Africa, that will welcome the youth of the world in Senegal,” the
IOC President, Thomas Bach, said. Reflecting on the 1,000 days-to-go milestone,
Kirsty Coventry, the Chair of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s
Coordination Commission for Dakar 2026, highlighted the impressive efforts that
have already been made to engage and mobilize local youth in Senegal. With
1,000 days to go, progress continues to be made in planning and preparations
for the YOG, with the renovation of the Iba Mar Diop stadium recently
commencing, marking a significant step in infrastructure development for the
Games.