Glasgow 2026: Nigeria Tops African Medal Table as Continental Nations Conclude Games Campaign
GLASGOW — As the curtain falls on the 23rd Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, the final African standings as of August 2, 2026, confirm Nigeria as the continent’s top nation in gold medal haul, leading a strong collective showing from participating African nations.
Nigeria capped off an exceptional campaign by securing 10 Gold, 7 Silver, and 7 Bronze medals for a total of 24 medals, edging ahead on gold count to claim the top spot among African nations.
Top Continental Performers
Nigeria: Claimed 1st place in Africa with 10 Gold, 7 Silver, and 7 Bronze (24 total).
South Africa: Recorded the highest total overall medal count among African nations with 28 medals, comprising 7 Gold, 11 Silver, and 10 Bronze.
Kenya: Finished third with 12 total medals, featuring 3 Gold, 4 Silver, and 5 Bronze.
Mauritius: Earned 4 medals in total (1 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze).
Cameroon: Secured 5 overall medals (1 Gold, 1 Silver, 3 Bronze).
President’s Message of Praise
Celebrating Nigeria’s position at the top of the continental standings, Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel, President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee and Commonwealth Games Association of Nigeria, expressed immense pride in Team Nigeria’s historic feat:
“To emerge as the top African nation in gold medals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games is a moment of monumental pride for Nigeria. Our athletes, coaches, and technical team showed world-class dedication and character throughout the Games. We congratulate all African nations who competed and represented our continent with pride in Glasgow!”
