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Malian swimming delegation arrives for Dakar Youth Olympics

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Mali’s aquatic sports delegation has arrived in Dakar and Eindhoven ahead of the Youth Olympic Games scheduled from 31 October to 13 November 2026. It includes young swimmer Younoussa Maïga, according to the Malian Swimming and Lifesaving Federation.

The Malian swimming delegation has travelled to Dakar and Eindhoven to take part in the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, scheduled from 31 October to 13 November. It is led by Malikite Mohamed, the national technical director, and includes swimmer Younoussa Maïga, according to the Malian Swimming and Lifesaving Federation, as reported through official Malian sports channels.

Arriving ahead of the events is intended to allow the Malian representatives to familiarise themselves with the venues, adjust their preparation and acclimatise to the competition facilities. Mali’s participation is part of preparations for Dakar 2026, for which Senegal completed preparations on 20 October.

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