Gambia bags 3 medals in African Youth Games in Angola

The championship was organised by the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOC).

The fourth edition of the championship brought together young athletes from fifty-four (54) states across the continent.  Gambian athletes failed to clutch gold.

The Gambia secured two bronze medals and one silver.

Their relatively successful performance in Luanda, capital of Angola, came on the heels of a firm clarion call by GNOC President Bai Do Jallow, who stated that athletes must fight to bring medals and trophies to The Gambia from international competitions.

Jallow hailed athletes for their exceptional performance, recognising the number of medals secured, as the country’s hopes to do better in subsequent competitions.

In a similar vein, following the competitions and a brilliant performance, Gambian delegation to Luanda was hosted by Haji Jawara, the country's consul in Angola, for lunch and crucial brotherly talks.

The occasion was witnessed by Gambians across the capital, who converged at the Jawara's residence to celebrate Gambian athletes' success.

President of The Gambia National Olympic Committee (GNOC), Bai Dodou Jallow, expressed gratitude to honorary consul Hagi Jawara for supporting them during their stay in Angola.

Gambian Consul to Angola, Hagi Jawara, thanked Bai Dodou Jallow and Gambian delegation for representing  the country in the championship.

 He hailed Gambia for winning medals.

Consul Jawara reaffirmed his commitment to the affairs of Gambians in Angola, especially with regard to their welfare.

Jawara called for hardworking among the young athletes.

Notably, the African Youth Games (AYG) is particularly important, as it serves as a warm-up for the Youth Olympic Games 2026, which would be hosted in Dakar, Senegal, marking it first time for such event to be hosted in Africa.