Gabon’s Swimming Stars Aim for African Glory at Zone 2 Championships in Algeria. LIBREVILLE, Gabon – Three Gabonese swimmers are set to make their mark at the 17th Africa Aquatics Swimming Championships, taking place from May 5-10, 2026, in Oran, Algeria. Noëlie Annette Lacour, Axelle Moulenda-Perroy, and Kurt-Ferry Apogagno Agathon will represent Gabon in the junior and senior categories, as well as in the Masters competition.
The Gabonese Swimming Federation (Fégana) has announced the team’s departure from Libreville, with the two female swimmers based in France joining the group directly in Oran.
The selection of these athletes reflects Fégana’s commitment to nurturing talent and preparing for international competition. Gabon’s swimming achievements are not new.
In the 2025 Zone 2 Championships held in Accra, Ghana, the nation won 12 medals, with Noëlie Lacour securing 11 of them, propelling Gabon to the fifth place in the overall standings. Her performance earned her the title of Best Female Swimmer at the competition.
The upcoming African Championships offer a new opportunity for the Gabonese team to compete against the continent’s best.
The competition will also serve as a qualifier for the 2026 World Short Course Swimming Championships in China, a significant milestone for the selected swimmers.
The trials leading to the national team’s composition are crucial, and the absence of the Ministry of Sports from the previous Zone 2 Championships has raised questions about the support system for the team.
However, Fégana’s dedication to the development of swimming in Gabon remains unwavering.
As the African Swimming Championships approach, the Gabonese team is preparing for a challenging yet exciting competition. With a history of success and a strong federation backing them, the team is optimistic about their performance and the potential for further achievements in African and international swimming.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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