🇪🇬 Egypt Confirms Readiness for Africa Games 2027
Yasser Idriss, President of the Egyptian Olympic Committee, confirmed that Egypt is ready to host the 2027 African Games.
Idriss highlighted the readiness of the country’s sports facilities and competition venues, while stressing that preparations are continuing to complete the remaining arrangements ahead of the continental event.
His comments came during his participation in the General Assembly of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA), held on the sidelines of the Asian Games in Japan.
🏟️ Facilities and Venues Part of the Preparation Plan
The Egyptian Olympic Committee president explained that preparations for the African Games go beyond simply providing stadiums and sports facilities.
The process also includes the technical and organizational aspects required to stage a continental multi-sport event, with work continuing on the remaining details ahead of the tournament.
🌍 Idriss: Egypt Wants More Than Hosting
Yasser Idriss stressed that Egypt’s bid to host the African Games was not simply about earning the title of host nation.
He explained that Egypt presented its sporting and organizational capabilities with the aim of turning its facilities into a complete event experience and delivering a hosting operation that reflects Cairo’s position in African sport.
🤝 Message From the Youth and Sports Minister to ANOCA
During the General Assembly, Idriss also conveyed greetings from Johar Nabil, Minister of Youth and Sports.
The message highlighted the coordination between Egypt’s Olympic movement and the Ministry of Youth and Sports, with Idriss stressing that preparations for the African Games are being handled through a shared vision involving the relevant institutions.
🔥 Egypt Continues Preparations for the Continental Event
Egypt is continuing preparations to host the 2027 African Games, with the country’s sports authorities working on the remaining organizational and technical requirements.
The event is expected to bring athletes from across the continent together, while Egypt continues preparing its venues and operational plans ahead of the opening of the competitions.
