African Swimming Championships 2026 (Oran): Habiba Belghith wins gold in 50m breaststroke, achieving a historic triple

Tunisian swimmer Habiba Belghith has achieved a remarkable feat at the 2026 African Swimming Championships in Oran, Algeria, securing a historic triple gold in breaststroke events. Her latest triumph came with a gold medal in the 50m breaststroke, clocking in at 32.44. This victory solidifies her dominance in African swimming, adding to her earlier gold medals in the 100m and 200m breaststroke.

Belghith's exceptional performance cements her status as the premier breaststroke swimmer on the continent. Her consistent success at these championships highlights the strength of Tunisian swimming and serves as an inspiration. The Tunisian delegation has shown strong overall performance, with several other swimmers contributing to the medal tally.

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Habiba Belghith continues to make history at the 2026 African Swimming Championships, organized in Oran, Algeria. This Friday, she won another gold medal by winning the senior 50m breaststroke with a time of 32.44, achieving an exceptional triple gold in this continental competition.

Beyond Belghith's historic achievement, Kenza Chaachaï earned a bronze medal in the junior 100m backstroke, and Ilef Omri secured a bronze in the junior 50m breaststroke. Youssef Douma also contributed with a silver medal in the junior 800m freestyle. The Tunisian team, comprising nine swimmers, continues its participation in the championships until May 10th, showcasing a promising future for the sport in Tunisia. This success on the continental stage is a source of national pride and reflects the dedication and talent within Tunisian aquatics.

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Habiba Belghith confirms her status as the best African swimmer in breaststroke.