Friday, 12 August 2016

African Teams that Lit up the Rio Olympic Opening Ceremony



The Rio 2016 opening ceremony began with a bang. As the first Olympics to be held on South American soil came to life in stunning fashion after months of negative publicity on and off the track.

207 countries took part in the famed parade of nations (including a team made up of refugees) as each team soaked up the grandeur before the hard work of competition started. Some African teams at the ceremony came out in formal suits, but we take a look at five teams that rocked their local attire.

1.
Burundi
Not to be mistaken for javelin competitors, the Burundi team stand out in this beautiful two-piece attire finished off with neon trainers. Stylish!!!
Members of Burundi walk during the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games © Jamie Squire /Getty

2.
Cameroon
Colourful ensemble by the Cameroonian women at Rio. No doubt a post-ceremony party played a role in the choice of this outfit.
Cameroon’s delegation parade during the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games © Olivier Morin
AFP/Getty
3.
Mali
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The Mali team show that they will be competing clean at Rio with their all-white attires.

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