African Handball Federation Announces Men's Olympic Qualifier

The African Handball Federation has announced the creation of a new Olympic qualifying tournament for men's teams. The decision was made during a council meeting held on October 12, 2026, in Luanda, Angola.

The qualifying tournament is scheduled to take place in 2027. The exact dates and host country have not yet been determined. The new tournament aims to provide African teams with an opportunity to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

The African Handball Federation has been working to improve the development of handball in Africa. The new qualifying tournament is part of a broader effort to increase the continent's representation in international handball competitions.

This announcement comes as the sport of handball continues to grow in popularity across Africa. The continent has seen an increase in the number of handball clubs, tournaments, and participants in recent years. The new Olympic qualifying tournament is expected to further boost the sport's growth and development in the region.

CONTEXT: Handball is a popular team sport in Africa, with a growing number of participants and clubs. The African Handball Federation is the governing body for the sport on the continent, responsible for organizing tournaments and promoting the development of handball in Africa. The 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles will feature handball competitions for both men and women, with qualification processes for each continent.