Africa Aquatics is proud to feature the remarkable journey of Egyptian swimmer Merhan Yasser. After establishing herself as a national champion and technical specialist in Artistic Swimming, Yasser has leveraged that elite foundation to make a seamless and dominant transition into the world of open water endurance. Her background in the pool has clearly paved the way for her rapid rise to the top of the continental rankings.   Her 2025 season was defined by consistent podium finishes at the highest levels of competition. ... Read More

LUANDA, ANGOLA – The 4th African Youth Games concluded on December 16, 2025, after five days of exceptional swimming competition that showcased the remarkable depth and rising standards of African aquatic sports. South Africa emerged as the dominant force at the Complexo Piscinas de Alvalade, claiming multiple gold medals across all strokes and distances, while 24 nations demonstrated the continent's growing competitiveness in the pool. South Africa: Continental Powerhouse The Republic of South Africa's swimming team deliv... Read More

LUANDA, ANGOLA – The 4th African Youth Games swimming competition concluded in spectacular fashion on December 16, 2025, with Zimbabwe's Alexis Johnsen claiming sprint gold, Tunisia's Youssef Douma delivering a distance masterclass, and South Africa cementing their overall dominance with multiple victories at the Complexo Piscinas de Alvalade. The final session showcased thrilling sprint battles, grueling distance tests, and nail-biting medley action that brought five days of exceptional competition to a memorable close. Spri... Read More

LUANDA, ANGOLA – The third and final day of swimming competition at the 4th African Youth Games reached a thrilling crescendo on December 14, 2025, as South Africa cemented their overall dominance while Algeria, Tunisia, and other nations delivered standout performances across freestyle, butterfly, breaststroke, backstroke, and relay events at the Complexo Piscinas de Alvalade. Middle-Distance Freestyle: South Africa and Tunisia Share the Spotlight South Africa's Leah Markgraaff capped off a stellar championships by claiming... Read More

  LUANDA, ANGOLA – South African swimmers continued their commanding performance on the second day of swimming competition at the 4th African Youth Games, claiming multiple gold medals across freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly, and backstroke events at the Complexo Piscinas de Alvalade on December 13, 2025. The evening session showcased exceptional performances from athletes across the continent, with several countries securing breakthrough medals in technical events. Freestyle Excellence: South Africa and Tunisia Battle for ... Read More