Olympic flame arrives in Senegal for first ever Olympic event in Africa

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: September 13, 2026Country: Senegal

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Olympic flame arrives in Senegal for first ever Olympic event in Africa

The Olympic flame has arrived in Senegal, marking the countdown to the first Youth Olympic Games held in Africa in October. This historic event represents a significant milestone for the African continent in the realm of sports.

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