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Senegal to host the 2022 Youth Olympic Games
ATAF Editors
Dakar, the capital city of Senegal has been selected by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as the host for the 2022 Youth Summer Olympic Games – the first IOC event to be held in Africa.
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Features and Reports
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IOC President announces educational service for elite athletes
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Anti-Doping, Features and Reports
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