Kenya's young swimmers jet to Angola ready to shine at African Youth Games
Kenya’s young swimmers have left Nairobi for Luanda, Angola, full of hope and hunger for medals ahead of the 4th African Youth Games set for December 13–20, 2025...
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A talented team of Kenyan youth swimmers has departed for Luanda, Angola, to compete in the 4th African Youth Games from December 13–20, 2025. This event serves as a qualification pathway for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
- Team Kenya's participation is fully sponsored by the government.
- Key swimmers include Macrine Kalombo (freestyle, breaststroke), Iqbaal Bayusuf (multiple races), Neo Olengo (breaststroke specialist), and Ruth Lindkvist (backstroke, freestyle).
- Pendo Anampiu and Aryan Joseph will represent Kenya in the 5km open-water race.
- More than 50 African nations will compete across 33 sports.
- Team Manager Grace Kingori thanked the National Olympic Committee of Kenya and the Government for their support.
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