The organisers of the 2026 African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 2 Games have revealed the sporting disciplines for the upcoming event in The Gambia.
The Games, scheduled to take place in Banjul from June 7-13, 2026, will feature five sports: Athletics
Basketball (3×3) Beach Volleyball
Boxing
African Traditional Games (Exhibition).
The Government of the Republic of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Youth and Sports, has officially signed the Host Agreement with the African Union Sports Council Region 2 for The Gambia to host the prestigious AUSC Region 2 Games
The event is expected to bring together young athletes from member states to compete and promote youth development, sports excellence, and regional unity.
Under this partnership, ASKY Airlines will provide travel and logistical support for athletes, officials, and stakeholders attending the regional multi-sport event. The collaboration is expected to strengthen cooperation between the sports and aviation sectors in Africa while ensuring the smooth movement of participating delegations to and from The Gambia.
The AUSC Region 2 Games mark a significant milestone for The Gambia’s sports development and highlight the country’s growing capacity to host international events, promoting youth empowerment, regional cooperation, and sports tourism.
Media Office,
AUSC Region 2 Secretariat,
Abuja, Nigeria.
13th March, 2026.
