The 4th African Youth Games, held in Angola, showcased the commitment of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) to youth development. Over 2,000 athletes from 54 countries participated in 21 sports, with Angola demonstrating dominance in judo. The event also featured anti-doping education led by WADA and athlete engagement initiatives. ANOCA announced significant partnerships with FIFA (50 football pitches), World Aquatics (swimming pools), the International Basketball Federation (3x3 basketball development), and the International Canoe Federation (competition equipment), aiming to democratize access to sport across Africa and serve as a qualifier for Dakar 2026.

The upcoming Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games are being positioned as a strategic priority and a crucial test of maturity for the African Olympic movement by the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA). The event, the first Olympic Games ever held in Africa, is seen as an opportunity to consolidate years of investment in sports governance, youth programs, and infrastructure. ANOCA emphasizes collaborative decision-making involving all 54 African National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and the active involvement of athletes in preparations, aiming for a lasting legacy that boosts African sport long after the Games conclude.

The fourth edition of the African Youth Games will be held in Angola from December 10-20, featuring over 3,000 athletes from 54 African nations. Organized by the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA), the Games serve as a crucial qualification pathway for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, the first Youth Olympics in Africa. This year's edition introduces a multi-city hosting model and a record 33 sports, including urban and traditional African games.

Angola will host the 4th African Youth Games from December 10-20, 2025, across six cities, marking the first time a Portuguese-speaking country has hosted the event. The games will feature 33 sports and serve as a qualifier for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics. The event coincides with Angola's 50th independence anniversary and is supported by a formal agreement between Angola and ANOCA. ANOCA President Mustapha Berraf praised Angola's capabilities and awarded President João Lourenço the Medal of Merit. A Chefs de Mission Seminar is scheduled for September 11–15, 2025, to finalize operational plans with senior representatives from all 54 participating countries.

Algeria will host the inaugural African School Games from July 26 to August 5, 2025, with 3,018 young athletes and coaches from 51 countries competing in 25 sports. The event, arising from a memorandum between ANOCA and the International School Sport Federation, aims to promote sports development, cultural exchange, and talent discovery. ANOCA President Mustapha Berraf highlighted the Games' potential to inspire future generations and strengthen grassroots sport, while also serving as a catalyst for school sports infrastructure development across the continent. The Games will also help prepare athletes for the 2026 Dakar Youth Olympic Games.