Accra to host African athletics championships in May 2026
The Confederation of African Athletics has officially set the dates for the 24th African Senior Athletics Championships, which will take place in Accra, Ghana from May 12 to May 17, 2026. The announcement was made after formal approval from Ghana’s Ministry of Sports and the CAA. Preparations are already underway, with key officials and teams scheduled to arrive ahead of the event. The championships are expected to attract top athletes from across Africa.
Match highlights
- The 24th African Senior Athletics Championships will run from May 12 to May 17, 2026 in Accra, Ghana.
- Preparations begin with the arrival of CAA officials on May 8, 2026, followed by council members and participating teams.
- A technical meeting is set for May 11, 2026, one day before the competition starts.
- The event dates were chosen in coordination with the University of Ghana’s academic calendar to avoid conflicts.
- The Local Organising Committee is being inaugurated, and a Memorandum of Understanding between Ghana and the CAA is expected by January 8, 2026.
