Performance Analysis of Top African Nations and Host Countries in The African Games

The African Games serve as a pivotal event in the continent's sporting calendar, offering a platform for nations to display their athletic prowess on an international stage. This paper undertakes a detailed examination of the performance of the top African nations and host countries in international sports competitions over a span of five years, from 2007 to 2023. By delving into medal counts, trends, and host nation performances, we aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics shaping African sports

Analysis:

Our analysis begins by scrutinizing the performance of the top three African nations – Egypt, Nigeria, and South Africa – based on their total medal counts across the specified years. Data collected from Wikipedia and visualized using Excel and PowerBI facilitate a thorough examination of medal tallies and trends. Additionally, we delve into the specifics of each country's performance, including gold, silver, and bronze medal counts, to uncover nuanced insights into their sporting achievements.

Furthermore, we explore the performance of host countries, analyzing their average rankings and medal counts over the designated period. This segment of the analysis sheds light on the impact of hosting on sporting success and provides valuable insights into the varied experiences of host nations, ranging from standout performances to more modest achievements. Findings:

Egypt emerges as a consistent frontrunner among the top African nations, maintaining a steady presence at the pinnacle of medal counts across the years. With notable performances in gold, silver, and bronze categories, Egypt's sporting excellence remains a cornerstone of African athletics.

Nigeria, while demonstrating fluctuating medal counts, retains a formidable position among the top performers, showcasing moments of brilliance in various competitions. Despite challenges, Nigeria's athletes consistently contribute to the continent's sporting legacy.

South Africa's performance exhibits a mixed trajectory, reflecting both successes and setbacks in international sports competitions. While maintaining competitiveness in certain years, South Africa faces hurdles in securing top positions across all categories.

In examining host country performances, we uncover diverse experiences ranging from Algeria's standout achievement in 2007 to Mozambique's more modest hosting experience. These findings underscore the multifaceted nature of African sports and provide valuable insights into the factors shaping sporting success on the continent.