2026 All-Africa University Games

Competition

All-Africa University Games (co-hosted by the American University in Cairo) Egypt 2026

Information

The 2026 All-Africa University Games is a continental multi-sport event for university student-athletes, taking place from September 8 to 16, 2026. The Games feature competitions across 21 sports, with the American University in Cairo co-hosting and hosting competitions in 10 of those sports. Approximately 2,000 student-athletes representing universities from multiple African countries are expected to participate. The event includes an opening ceremony and a continent-wide torch relay.

Benefits

Opportunity to compete in a continental university multi-sport event across 21 sports; host university will stage competitions in 10 sports.

Eligibility

Student-athletes representing African universities may participate.

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Opportunity Details

TypeCompetition

OrganiserAll-Africa University Games (co-hosted by the American University in Cairo)

LocationEgypt

Dates September 8, 2026 – September 16, 2026

Study level Bachelor / Undergraduate, Master / Graduate, PhD / Doctoral

Open tostudent-athletes representing universities from African countries

Sports

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