The Paris Olympics bring the world to France from 26 July to 11 August 2024. Expect events across the city — from stadium finals to races along the Seine — plus new formats like breaking and more mixed-team contests. If you want quick, useful info on schedules, athletes to watch, and how to follow the action from Africa, this page pulls the essentials together.
Why care? Paris mixes iconic venues and city-centre drama, so many events are easy to follow on TV or online. That means better viewing moments for fans across Africa, whether you prefer athletics, swimming, or the fresh energy of skateboarding and breaking.
Start by checking local broadcast rights — big networks and sports channels in several African countries will carry live sessions and highlights. If you don’t have access to a broadcaster, use the official Olympics app and Olympics.com for schedules, results, and clips. Many national broadcasters post highlights on social media within minutes, so follow your country’s sports pages and team handles for instant updates.
Want live reminders? Save event times in your calendar, set app alerts for favourite athletes, and follow live blogs that post minute-by-minute updates. If you’re on mobile, data-friendly options like condensed highlight reels are a fast way to keep up without burning your data plan.
Africa usually shines in middle- and long-distance running — keep an eye on the Kenyan and Ethiopian teams in the 800m, 1500m and marathon. Uganda, Eritrea and Morocco also bring depth in distance events. Sprint hurdles and jumps produce surprise podiums too, so watch athletes from Nigeria, South Africa and other countries who have been strong in recent world meets.
Team sports matter as well: Olympic football and 3x3 basketball can create big moments for African squads. Newer Olympic sports give young stars a stage, and mixed-team events boost medal chances for countries that pair strong individual athletes.
Practical tip: check event timetables in your time zone. Finals often run in European evenings, which can be late-night or early-morning in Africa. Plan watch parties for medals and big sessions so you don’t miss key moments.
Want updates from this site? Bookmark the Paris Olympics tag for live results, athlete profiles, and African team news. We’ll highlight match times, standout performances and useful viewing tips as the Games unfold.
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