Mustapha Berraf promises, 2026 is " a pivotal year that will forever mark the history of the African Olympic and sports movement ". THE president of ACNOA expressed his expectations in detail. Among the highlights he emphasized: the training of the first cohort of the ANOCA sports diploma program in Hungary (May), forums on artificial intelligence (June) and athlete health (July), and of course the Youth Olympic Games in Senegal, starting from October 31st.
« These Games will be shining proof that Africa can organize major sporting events with excellence, professionalism, and passion. Dakar 2026 will be our showcase to the world, and I know that we will rise to this historic responsibility » the leader affirmsconvinced that this year will be the one where Africa will definitively assert its place as a key player in world sportnot only through its exceptional athletes, but also through its vision, organization, and leadership ».
« Africa has has been underestimated for too longWe have too often been relegated to the role of spectators. For too long, our organizational capabilities, our seriousness, and our professionalism have been doubted. 2026 will be the year when We will prove, once and for all, that we are major players. of the World Olympic Movement " he insists, calling for a massive mobilization.
« Let's be present at every event. Let's actively participate in every forum. Let's share our experiences. Let's learn from each other. Let's support each other. Because when an African NOC succeeds, all of Africa wins. When an African athlete shines, the whole continent shines. And to conclude by expressing the unwavering conviction that when Africa unites, when Africa commits, when Africa believes in itself, nothing can stop it ».
