Press release
7 Days to Go: South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Others, Confirm Arrival Dates, as African U18/U20 Athletics Championship Nears
7 Days to Go: South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Others, Confirm Arrival Dates, as African U18/U20 Athletics Championship Nears
With just seven days to the start of the highly anticipated CAA African U18/U20 African Athletics Championships, the atmosphere around major Nigerian airports is buzzing with activity.
Top African athletics powerhouses—South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Uganda have confirmed their travel dates and final team rosters, adding to the excitement building ahead of the event.
South Africa is expected to land with one of the largest contingents, comprising 42 male athletes, 40 female athletes, and 18 officials, bringing their total delegation to 100. Kenya, another athletics giant, will be represented by 25 male athletes, 25 female athletes, and 17 officials, making a 67-person delegation.
Ethiopia is also bringing a strong team of 30 male athletes, 27 female athletes, and 12 officials, totaling 69. Uganda, known for its rising athletics profile, will participate with 9 male athletes, 13 female athletes, and 6 officials, for a total of 28.
The MKO Abiola International Stadium in Abeokuta will welcome over 900 athletes and officials from no less than 40 countries, making the championship one of the biggest continental youth athletics gatherings in recent history.
All is set for a colorful opening ceremony and a week of elite performances from Africa’s next generation of track and field stars.
With excitement growing by the day, Abeokuta is poised to deliver a world-class championship that will leave lasting memories for athletes, fans, and stakeholders alike.
Kola Daniel,
S.A, Media,
Office of the Director General,
National Sports Commission (NSC).
July 9, 2025.
Read more
Press release
NSC Leadership Reaffirms Unity, To announce 10th Youth Games Host at ...
United NSC Leadership to Announce 10th Youth Games Host at Closing Ceremony
about 2 hours ago
Press release
Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships 2025: Islamiyat Yusuf and Sa...
In India, Nigerian weightlifters Islamiyat Yusuf and Sarah Matthew dominated the 2025 Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships...
about 2 hours ago
Press release
NSC Constitutes Electoral Committee for National Sports Federation Ele...
An electoral committee for the National Sports Federation elections has been established by the National Sports Commission (NS...
1 day ago
Press release
Tinubu Declares 9th National youth Games Open in Asaba, Pledges Strong...
In Asaba, President Tinubu inaugurated the 9th National Youth Games, promising to boost sports development.
1 day ago
Press release
NSC Recognises AFFAN for Inclusion in National Sports Federations’ Boa...
NSC Recognises AFFAN for Inclusion in National Sports Federations’ Boards
1 day ago