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Algeria at the 2019 African Games

Algeria participated in the 2019 African Games, which were held from 19 to 31 August 2019 in Rabat, Morocco. The Algerian contingent competed across a wide range of sports, including athletics, boxing, judo, swimming, weightlifting, and wrestling, among others.

Medal performance

  • Gold medals: 36
  • Silver medals: 45
  • Bronze medals: 49
  • Total medals: 130

With this tally, Algeria finished third in the overall medal ranking for the Games.

Notable achievements

  • Algerian athletes secured multiple gold medals in athletics, particularly in middle‑distance track events and field disciplines.
  • In judo and boxing, Algerian competitors earned a significant number of podium finishes, contributing to the nation’s high silver and bronze counts.
  • The swimming team added several medals, reinforcing Algeria’s growing strength in aquatic sports.

Overall participation

Algeria fielded athletes in more than 20 sports, reflecting a broad national investment in competitive athletics across the African continent. The delegation’s performance continued Algeria’s tradition of strong showings at continental multi‑sport events.

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