The champions and vice-champions of Africa from the 12th edition of the African University Games, held in Egypt, have returned to Guinea. They were welcomed at Conakry's Ahmed-Sékou-Touré International Airport on September 19, 2026, by Dr. Facinet Conté, Secretary General of the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation, representing Minister Djami Diallo. The Guinean delegation brought home three trophies from the competition.
The Guinean universities that participated in the games achieved remarkable success. The Institut supérieur de technologie de Mamou won the title of African champion in basketball, while the Université Julius-Nyerere de Kankan (UJNK) in men's football and the Université Général-Lansana-Conté de Sonfonia (UGLC) in women's football finished as vice-champions of Africa. Dr. Facinet Conté expressed his joy at the performance of the three Guinean universities, stating that the Ministry of Higher Education and the entire country are proud of their champions.
Idrissa Bah, captain of the Institut supérieur de technologie de Mamou team, which was crowned African champion, looks forward to continuing this momentum at the next World University Games. He expressed his team's joy and satisfaction, thanking the population for their support and the authorities for their encouragement. Bah promised that his team would make Guinea proud again at the next World University Games.
Hannatou Fofana, captain of the women's football team from the Université Général-Lansana-Conté de Sonfonia, was deeply moved by the warm welcome and promised to work hard to bring the trophy back to Guinea next year. She thanked the coaches who accompanied them and expressed her team's confidence in their abilities. Fofana also acknowledged the difficulties they faced during the competition but expressed her team's determination to succeed.
Some players from the Université Julius-Nyerere de Kankan (UJNK) team, including the captain, who were vice-champions of Africa, are expected to arrive on September 20, 2026. The Guinean delegation's achievements at the African University Games have generated excitement and pride across the country. The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation has been praised for its support of the students.
The African University Games, held in Egypt, brought together students from various African countries to compete in different sports disciplines. The games provided a platform for students to showcase their talents, build relationships, and promote unity among African nations. Guinea's success at the games is a testament to the country's potential in sports and education.
The return of the Guinean champions and vice-champions has sparked celebrations across the country, with many congratulating the students on their achievements. The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation has pledged to continue supporting students in their academic and sporting pursuits. Key Point: The Guinean delegation won three trophies at the 12th African University Games.
Key points
- Institut supérieur de technologie de Mamou won the African champion title in basketball.
- Some players from Université Julius-Nyerere de Kankan are expected to arrive on September 20, 2026.
