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LIVE - Youth Olympic Games 2026: Senegal's President Declares Games Open in Dakar
Senegal is hosting the 4th Summer Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Dakar, marking the first time an Olympic event has been held on the African continent. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially opened the Games, which will feature 2,700 athletes competing in 25 disciplines.
Iran will send 29 athletes to compete in 14 sports at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, from Oct. 31 to Nov. 13. Despite a smaller delegation and reduced sports program, Iran aims to continue its medal-winning streak, having secured 23 medals in previous edi…
Senegal: Criticism over the purchase of 500 million CFA Francs worth of Youth Olympic Games tickets by a first lady's foundation
A foundation led by Senegal's first lady announced a 500 million CFA Francs donation to buy 200,000 Youth Olympic Games tickets for schools, sparking controversy over the money's origin amidst public economic hardship.