| Djibouti at the 2023 African Games | |
|---|---|
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| IOC code | DJI |
| NOC | Djibouti National Olympic and Sports Committee |
| in Accra, Ghana 8 March 2024 – 23 March 2024 | |
| Medals Ranked 41st |
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| African Games appearances (overview) | |
Djibouti competed at the 2023 African Games held from 8 to 23 March 2024 in Accra, Ghana. [1] [2]
| Medal | Name | Sport | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bronze | Aden-Alexandre Houssein | Judo | Men's −73kg | 13 March |
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