Uganda wins bid to host 2031 African Games, beating Nigeria in the bidding process.
Uganda has secured the hosting rights for the 2031 African Games, marking the first time the East African country will stage the continent's premier multi-sport event. The announcement was made during an Extraordinary Session of the African Union Specialized Technical Committee on Youth, Culture and Sports.
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