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Sport 12 November 2026, 09:30

Samsung and IOC back young innovators at Africa’s first Olympic Games

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Samsung and the IOC are showcasing young innovators from the Solve for Tomorrow programme at Dakar 2026, including South Africa’s Brick Beast team, whose projects address challenges in their communities.

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