Algerian Radio
The year 2025 was marked by exceptional performances for Algerian sport on both the continental and international stages, bringing home a vast array of trophies and medals across multiple disciplines.
From gymnastics to martial arts, athletics to para-sports, and beyond, athletes have honored the national flag by securing titles and medals, illustrating the vitality and diversity of Algerian sporting talent.
One of the year's greatest sources of pride is undoubtedly gymnast Kaylia Nemour. Building on her previous successes, she won gold on the uneven bars at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Jakarta with an impressive score of 15.566 points. By securing this world title, she became the first Arab and African gymnast crowned champion in this specialty.
She also claimed silver on the balance beam, finishing behind China's Zhang Qingying, and took bronze in competition with Japan's Sugihara Aiko.
For its part, Algerian athletics once again took center stage thanks to Djamel Sedjati, a silver medalist in the 800m at the World Championships in Tokyo, confirming his rank among the world's best runners in his discipline. His teammate, Mohamed Yasser Triki, reached the triple jump final, finishing fourth, just shy of the podium.
In karate, 22-year-old Louiza Abouriche won the world bronze medal, highlighting her talent and the international level of Algerian karate, while inspiring the younger generation.
Para-athletics also enjoyed great success during the 2025 World Championships in India, securing 9 medals (3 gold, 3 silver, 3 bronze) and reaching 19th place in the overall ranking out of approximately 100 countries. Algeria thus established itself as the leading African and Arab nation in this discipline.
Remarkable athletes included Djelal Safia, who set a world record, as well as Saifi Nassima, Ferhah Walid, Mehideb Ahmed, Boudra Abdelhadi, Hamri Lynda, Amchi Mohamed Nadjib, and Kardjena Kamel. Para-powerlifter Hocine Bettir won gold at the World Cup in Mexico.
The men's and women's goalball teams, both African champions, confirmed Algeria's dominance in this discipline.
Algerian para-sports consolidated its position in Africa with the election of Federation President Sid Ahmed Elasri as head of the North Africa region, underscoring Algeria's strategic role in the development of sports for people with disabilities.
Martial arts took the spotlight with the Vovinam Viet Vo Dao national team achieving a historic feat by finishing second at the 8th World Championship in Bali. They won 24 medals (9 gold, 10 silver, 5 bronze), finishing just behind Vietnam.
In Kick Boxing, Algerians harvested 16 medals, including six golds, at the Open World Cup, testifying to the dynamism and quality of the athletes' preparation.
Building on a Legacy
The 3rd African Youth Games, held in Algeria in July 2018, constituted a major continental sporting event, bringing together young athletes from over 50 African countries.
Through this event, Algeria offered its young athletes a precious opportunity to measure themselves against the African elite, thus contributing to their training and preparation for future international competitions, notably the Youth Olympic Games.
The event allowed for the rehabilitation and modernization of several sports facilities, leaving a lasting legacy for the national sports movement. Furthermore, Algeria strengthened its image as a country capable of hosting major sporting events, demonstrating its organizational know-how.
These Games also consolidated Algeria's position as a committed actor in the development of African sport and in strengthening cooperation between the continent's countries.
