Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games Complete Guide
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Tour de l'Oeuf Complex
Tour de l'Œuf, Corniche Ouest, DakarIba Mar Diop Complex
Iba Mar Diop Stadium, Médina, DakarCorniche West
Corniche Ouest road, DakarDakar Arena
Diamniadio urban hub, DiamniadioDakar Exhibition Center
Exhibition Centre, Diamniadio urban hubDiamniadio Equestrian Center
Equestrian Centre, DiamniadioAbdoulaye Wade Stadium
Abdoulaye Wade Stadium, Diamniadio urban hubSaly West Beach
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Dakar 2026: frequently asked questions
When are the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games?
The Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games run from 31 October to 13 November 2026. It is the first Olympic event ever held in Africa.
Where do the Dakar 2026 events take place?
Events take place in three host cities. In Dakar: Tour de l'Oeuf Complex, Iba Mar Diop Complex, Corniche West. In Diamniadio: Dakar Arena, Dakar Exhibition Center, Diamniadio Equestrian Center, Abdoulaye Wade Stadium. In Saly: Saly West Beach.
Which event takes place at which venue?
Tour de l'Oeuf Complex : 3x3 Basketball, Baseball5, Breaking, Swimming, Skateboarding ; Iba Mar Diop Complex : Athletics, Boxing, Futsal, Rugby Sevens ; Corniche West : Road Cycling ; Dakar Arena : Badminton, Futsal (Finals) ; Dakar Exhibition Center : Artistic Gymnastics, Fencing, Judo, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Wushu ; Diamniadio Equestrian Center : Equestrian ; Abdoulaye Wade Stadium : Archery ; Saly West Beach : Beach Handball, Beach Volleyball, Beach Wrestling, Coastal Rowing, Triathlon, Sailing.
How do I get from Dakar to Diamniadio and Saly during the Games?
The TER train links Dakar station to Diamniadio in 35 to 45 minutes, close to Dakar Arena, the Exhibition Centre and Abdoulaye Wade Stadium. Saly is reached by taxi, ride-hailing app or shared taxi via the toll motorway and the Mbour road: 1 h 15 to 2 h from Dakar, 45 min to 1 h from Diamniadio or AIBD airport. Allow extra time on event days.
What are the emergency numbers in Senegal?
Police: 17. Fire brigade: 18. Ambulance (SAMU): 1515. Gendarmerie: 800 00 20 20 (toll-free). Hospitals in Dakar, Diamniadio and Saly are listed in the SOS guide on this page.
How do I pay in Senegal: cash, card, Wave or Orange Money?
The currency is the CFA franc (FCFA, XOF), pegged to the euro (1 € = 655.957 FCFA). Cards work in hotels and large stores; elsewhere carry cash from ATMs. Ride-hailing apps (Yango, Heetch) are paid in cash or with Wave / Orange Money, which require a Senegalese SIM card.
Where to stay, eat and shop during the Youth Olympic Games?
SeneFinder lists more than 1,300 verified hotels, restaurants, shops and services in Dakar, Diamniadio and Saly, with address, opening hours and direct WhatsApp contact.
What is the weather like in Dakar in October and November?
It is hot, usually 27 to 32 °C, at the end of the rainy season. Bring water, sunscreen and light clothes; today’s weather for the three host cities is shown at the top of the guide.