African Delegation at the 2024 Paris Olympics

South African Delegation at the Opening Ceremony (Photo: Rio Olympics)

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The 2024 Paris Olympics will see a grand display of athleticism and sportsmanship from over 1,000 athletes representing more than 50 African nations.

This prestigious global event, running from July 26 to August 11, will be the sixth time the Olympics have been held in France. As the world converges in Paris and various cities across metropolitan France, here's a look at the African countries sending the largest delegations to the games, ranked from largest to smallest.

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African Countries Delegation Rankings

1. South Africa - 149 Athletes
2. Egypt - 148 Athletes
3. Nigeria - 88 Athletes
4. Kenya - 72 Athletes
5. Morocco - 59 Athletes
6. Algeria - 45 Athletes
7. Ethiopia - 34 Athletes
8. Tunisia - 27 Athletes
9. Zambia - 27 Athletes
10. Uganda - 24 Athletes
11. Angola - 24 Athletes
12. Guinea - 24 Athletes
13. Mali - 23 Athletes
14. South Sudan - 14 Athletes
15. Mauritius - 13 Athletes
16. Eritrea - 12 Athletes
17. Botswana - 11 Athletes
18. Ivory Coast - 11 Athletes
19. Senegal - 11 Athletes
20. Burkina Faso - 8 Athletes
21. Ghana - 8 Athletes
22. Liberia - 8 Athletes
23. Rwanda - 8 Athletes
24. Burundi - 7 Athletes
25. Cape Verde - 7 Athletes
26. Djibouti - 7 Athletes
27. Madagascar - 7 Athletes
28. Mozambique - 7 Athletes
29. Niger - 7 Athletes
30. Tanzania - 7 Athletes
31. Zimbabwe - 7 Athletes
32. Cameroon - 6 Athletes
33. Democratic Republic of the Congo - 6 Athletes
34. Guinea-Bissau - 6 Athletes
35. Libya - 6 Athletes
36. Benin - 5 Athletes
37. Gabon - 5 Athletes
38. Sierra Leone - 5 Athletes
39. Togo - 5 Athletes
40. Central African Republic - 4 Athletes
41. Comoros - 4 Athletes
42. Namibia - 4 Athletes
43. Republic of the Congo - 4 Athletes
44. Equatorial Guinea - 3 Athletes
45. Eswatini - 3 Athletes
46. Lesotho - 3 Athletes
47. Malawi - 3 Athletes
48. São Tomé and Príncipe - 3 Athletes
49. Seychelles - 3 Athletes
50. Sudan - 3 Athletes
51. Chad - 3 Athletes
52. Mauritania - 2 Athletes
53. Somalia - 1 Athletes

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FAQs

1. How many African countries are participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics? More than 50 African countries are sending athletes to the 2024 Paris Olympics.

2. Which African country has the largest delegation? South Africa leads with the largest delegation, sending 149 athletes.

3. How many athletes from Africa are competing in the Olympics? There are over 1,000 athletes from African nations competing in the games.

4. What is the total number of athletes participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics? A total of 10,714 athletes from 206 countries are scheduled to participate.

5. How many events will be held during the 2024 Paris Olympics? The Olympics will feature 329 events across 32 different sports.

6. Where will the events of the 2024 Paris Olympics take place? The games will be held in Paris and 16 other cities in metropolitan France, as well as one event in Tahiti.

As the world eagerly anticipates the 2024 Paris Olympics, Africa’s diverse and talented athletes are set to make a significant impact on the global stage. With such a strong representation, the continent is poised for memorable performances and inspiring moments throughout the competition.

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African Countries Delegation Rankings