About the Games

The 2011 Games marked the first time Mozambique hosted the All-Africa Games since the event's inception in 1965. It was a historic occasion for the country and a source of immense national pride.

All National Olympic Committees from across the African continent sent delegations to Maputo. Over 5,000 athletes competed across 20 sports and more than 200 events over the 16-day programme.

Maputo, the capital and largest city of Mozambique, is located on the Indian Ocean coast in the southern part of the country. With a population of around 1.2 million, the city blends Portuguese colonial architecture with modern African urban culture.

The Games left a lasting legacy of world-class sporting infrastructure, including the purpose-built Zimpeto stadium complex. Investment in facilities and transport helped modernize the city's infrastructure.

The official mascot of the Maputo 2011 Games was Cojito, representing the spirit and energy of African youth in sports. The mascot was visible throughout the Games venues and promotional materials.

The All-Africa Games (now known as the African Games) have been held since 1965, when the first edition took place in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo. The Maputo 2011 edition was the 10th in the series.