South Africa Dominates Historic 4th African Youth Games as Continental Swimming Reaches New Heights in Luanda

LUANDA, ANGOLA – The 4th African Youth Games concluded on December 16, 2025, after five days of exceptional swimming competition that showcased the remarkable depth and rising standards of African aquatic sports. South Africa emerged as the dominant force at the Complexo Piscinas de Alvalade, claiming multiple gold medals across all strokes and distances, while 24 nations demonstrated the continent's growing competitiveness in the pool. South Africa: Continental Powerhouse The Republic of South Africa's swimming team deliv... Read More

Zimbabwe's Johnsen Caps Stellar Championships as Distance Stars Dominate Final Day in Luanda

LUANDA, ANGOLA – The 4th African Youth Games swimming competition concluded in spectacular fashion on December 16, 2025, with Zimbabwe's Alexis Johnsen claiming sprint gold, Tunisia's Youssef Douma delivering a distance masterclass, and South Africa cementing their overall dominance with multiple victories at the Complexo Piscinas de Alvalade. The final session showcased thrilling sprint battles, grueling distance tests, and nail-biting medley action that brought five days of exceptional competition to a memorable close. Spri... Read More

South Africa's Golden Streak Continues as North African Stars Shine on Day 3 in Luanda

LUANDA, ANGOLA – The third and final day of swimming competition at the 4th African Youth Games reached a thrilling crescendo on December 14, 2025, as South Africa cemented their overall dominance while Algeria, Tunisia, and other nations delivered standout performances across freestyle, butterfly, breaststroke, backstroke, and relay events at the Complexo Piscinas de Alvalade. Middle-Distance Freestyle: South Africa and Tunisia Share the Spotlight South Africa's Leah Markgraaff capped off a stellar championships by claiming... Read More

South Africa Extends Dominance on Day 2 of African Youth Games Swimming in Luanda

  LUANDA, ANGOLA – South African swimmers continued their commanding performance on the second day of swimming competition at the 4th African Youth Games, claiming multiple gold medals across freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly, and backstroke events at the Complexo Piscinas de Alvalade on December 13, 2025. The evening session showcased exceptional performances from athletes across the continent, with several countries securing breakthrough medals in technical events. Freestyle Excellence: South Africa and Tunisia Battle for ... Read More

South African Swimmers Shine on Opening Day of 4th African Youth Games in Luanda

LUANDA, ANGOLA – The 4th African Youth Games swimming competition roared to life at the Complexo Piscinas de Alvalade on December 12, 2025, with South African athletes dominating the medal standings while host nation Angola celebrated breakthrough performances from their emerging stars. Sprint Supremacy: Algeria and South Africa Trade Blows The evening finals opened with explosive sprint action in the 100m Freestyle events. Algeria's Salaheddine Torki produced the standout performance of the night, clocking 52.43 seconds to clai... Read More