Dakar 2026 brought together a fine cast of ambassadors with actor Omar Sy, influencer Khaby Lame, and others footballer Kalidou Koulibaly. The Senegalese international defender shared his pride and excitement as the approach of the Youth Olympic Games, which will open on October 31, on the website for olympics.com.
« This is historic because major events have taken place all over the world, but never in Africa. Now it's our turn. Senegal will be proud, Dakar will be proud, and The whole continent will be proudhe is convinced. Being an ambassador for Dakar 2026 means commit to the futureThe future belongs to today's youth. This event will showcase to the world the talent and energy that exist throughout Africa. »
« For young African athletes, this will be an extraordinary event.He says. I hope young people from all over the world will follow the competitionBecause it's important for their future, for the future of the continent. I always say that Africa is not the future, Africa is the presentWith Dakar 2026, I hope this will open the door to many other global events on the African continent. »
