Luanda, Angola – Algeria is making a significant impact at the 2025 African Youth Games currently underway in Angola. Algerian athletes have already secured a number of medals, demonstrating the nation’s strength in various sporting disciplines, particularly in Judo.
Arab Aaddad led the charge, securing a gold medal for Algeria in the Judo competition, specifically in the under 55kg weight category. This victory set the tone for a series of impressive performances by the Algerian Judo team.
Adding to the gold haul, Alaeddine Sahraoui also triumphed in Judo, winning the gold medal in the under 60kg weight category. His skillful display and determination were key to his success on the mat.
Oussama Laayeb further cemented Algeria’s dominance in Judo, earning another gold medal in the under 73kg weight division. Laayeb’s victory underscored the depth of talent within the Algerian Judo squad.
Dounia Belaroual joined the gold medalists, securing a win in the under 57kg Judo category. Her performance highlighted the strength of Algerian female athletes at the Games.
Yamina Douaa El Asri contributed to Algeria’s medal count with a bronze medal in the under 52kg Judo event. El Asri’s achievement demonstrates the breadth of Algerian talent across different weight categories.
Rounding out the Judo successes, Khetou Abdelhadi secured a silver medal in the under 90kg category. His strong showing added to Algeria’s impressive performance in the sport.
These early successes indicate a promising future for Algerian athletes at the 2025 African Youth Games. DZWatch will continue to provide updates on Algeria’s progress throughout the competition. This is a developing story.
