Africa Peace Sports Festival Kicks Off in Delta November 15!

Africa Peace Sports Festival Kicks Off in Delta November 15!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

The second edition of the Africa for Peace Sports Festival is set to commence on November 15, 2025, in Delta State, with a prize pool of ₦10 million earmarked for winners and various consolation prizes for other participants.

Key Highlights:

• The event commemorates the 2025 International Day for Tolerance, with a focus on promoting unity, peacebuilding, and youth engagement through sports.
• Sporting categories include football, athletics, table tennis, and traditional African games.
• The festival is expected to attract teams and youth representatives from across Nigeria and other African countries.

Organizers’ Message:

• The event is organized by Africa for Peace Initiative in partnership with the Delta State Government and ECOWAS Youth Council.
• Organizers said the festival will “bridge ethnic and cultural divides and channel youthful energy towards peaceful coexistence.”

Why It Matters:

• The festival provides a platform for using sports as a tool for diplomacy, reconciliation, and community development.
• It highlights Delta State’s growing role in hosting regional peace and development events.

What to Watch:

• Participation levels from across West Africa.
• Statements from peace ambassadors and dignitaries expected at the opening.
• Whether similar peace-themed sports events emerge in other states.

Citation:

1. Vanguard – Africa Peace Sports Festival returns November 15 in Delta
2. ECOWAS Youth Council – Event updates on Africa Peace Sports Festival

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