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[JOJ Dakar 2026] Le guide complet des sites et infrastructures pour mieux suivre la compétition
From October 31 to November 13, 2026, Senegal will host the Youth Olympic Games (YOG), with competitions held in Dakar, Diamniadio, and Saly. From the Tour de l'Œuf (Egg Tower) to the beaches of Saly, and including major sports venues, discover the key locations, the scheduled events, and practical information to better follow this historic occasion. To mark the occasion, Seneweb is launching an exclusive series of articles this Friday dedicated to following and going behind the scenes of the Dakar 2026 YOG.
From October 31 to November 13, 2026, Senegal will host the Youth Olympic Games (YOG), with competitions held in Dakar, Diamniadio, and Saly. From the Tour de l'Œuf (Egg Tower) to the beaches of Saly, and including major sports venues, discover the key locations, the scheduled events, and practical information to follow this historic occasion.
2,700 young athletes expected, 35 disciplines on the program
For the first time in Africa, Dakar and its surrounding area will host the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) from October 31 to November 13, 2026. This international sporting event will bring together approximately 2,700 athletes, girls and boys, aged 14 to 17. The program includes 25 competitive disciplines and 10 recreational disciplines, spread across several iconic venues in the Senegalese capital, Diamniadio, and Saly.
From Point E to the Medina, from the Corniche Ouest to Diamniadio, to the beaches of Saly, the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games rely on a network of sports venues with varied profiles.
Mapping the competition venues will allow spectators, families, delegations and visitors to locate the infrastructure, identify the disciplines and better organize their travel.
To help the public find their way around, the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games map is an essential tool. It shows the different competition venues, the sports being held, and the infrastructure mobilized to bring this historic event for Senegal to life.
Egg Tower: The Point E sports complex
Located in the residential area of Point E, in Dakar, the Tour de l'Œuf complex, which notably houses an Olympic swimming pool, has been rehabilitated as part of the preparations for the Dakar-2026 Youth Olympic Games.
Well integrated into its urban environment, the site contributes to the promotion of local sport, the enhancement of local talent and the development of a sustainable sporting legacy.
Spectators will be able to follow events including baseball5, 3x3 basketball, breaking, swimming and skateboarding.
Iba Mar Diop Complex: In the heart of the Medina
In the Medina, a popular and emblematic district of the capital, the Iba Mar Diop complex occupies an important place in the sporting arrangements for the Games.
Equipped with facilities for training, competition and preparation of athletes, it positions itself as a performance hub serving youth and local sport.
The site will host athletics, futsal and rugby sevens competitions.
Corniche Ouest: The coastline at the rhythm of cycling
Stretching for several kilometers, the Corniche Ouest runs along the Atlantic Ocean and connects different parts of Dakar. Known for its sea views and recreational areas, it provides a unique setting for outdoor sports activities.
During the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, this iconic route will serve as a venue for cycling competitions.
Dakar Exhibition Center: A multi-purpose infrastructure
The Dakar Exhibition Center (DEX), located in the Diamniadio area, is a modern infrastructure designed to host national and international events. Its modular halls are suitable for trade shows, fairs, congresses and sporting events.
As part of the Youth Olympic Games, the center will host the boxing, fencing and gymnastics competitions.
Abdoulaye Wade Stadium: A benchmark facility
Located in Diamniadio, the Abdoulaye Wade stadium is a major sports infrastructure in Senegal. With a capacity of 50,000 spectators, it is designed to host major national and international competitions, particularly in football and athletics.
For the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, the site is associated with the archery competitions. The opening ceremony will also be held there.
Diamniadio Equestrian Centre: Make way for equestrian sports
Located in the new city of Diamniadio, the Equestrian Centre has facilities adapted to host international competitions, as well as to train and educate young people.
As part of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, it will be dedicated to equestrian sports.
Dakar Arena: Badminton and futsal in the spotlight
With a maximum capacity of 15,000 spectators, Dakar Arena in Diamniadio is a multi-purpose sports venue designed to host international competitions, concerts and cultural events.
It is among the infrastructures selected for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, with badminton and futsal competitions.
Saly West Beach: Beach sports take center stage
Located about 80 kilometers south of Dakar, Saly is a seaside destination renowned for its fine sandy beaches, water sports and tourist appeal.
For the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, Saly Plage Ouest will host disciplines that combine sporting performance and the maritime environment: sea rowing, in its beach sprint format, beach handball and beach wrestling.
Ticketing: Prices accessible to the public
Ticket prices for the competitions range from 1,000 to 5,000 CFA francs, depending on the event and seating category. Tickets can be purchased online to facilitate public access to the various venues.
Spectators are encouraged to consult the official YOG ticketing channels for detailed pricing, purchase methods, availability and access conditions for each competition.
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La répression actuelle menée par le gouvernement à l’encontre des personnes LGBT soulève de graves inquiétudes quant au respect par le Sénégal du droit international, de la Charte olympique et de ses propres lois , Le gouvernement devrait mettre un terme à cette répression.
https://www.hrw.org/fr/news/2026/10/12/senegal-une-repression-brutale-bafoue-les-droits-des-personnes-lgbt
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- Taekwondo à Iba Mar Diop,
- Judo, Wushu et Tennis de table à Dakar Expo,
- Volley-ball de plage, Triathlon et Voile à Saly
Et enfin les 10 sports d'engagement à la Corniche Ouest (Place du Souvenir africain
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