Africa will host its first Youth Olympic Games, with the opening ceremony set to take place in Senegal, according to an Associated Press report by Mark Banchereau on October 31, 2026.
Africa to Host First Youth Olympic Games in Senegal

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Africa will host its first Youth Olympic Games, with the opening ceremony set to take place in Senegal, according to an Associated Press report by Mark Banchereau on October 31, 2026.