Angola at the 2008 Summer Paralympics

Angola at the
2008 Summer Paralympics
IPC code ANG
NPC Comité Paralímpico Angolano
in Beijing
Competitors 5 in 1 sport
Flag bearer Jose Armando Sayovo
Medals
Ranked 54th
Gold Silver Bronze Total
0 3 0 3
Summer Paralympics appearances

Angola sent a delegation to compete at the 2008 Summer Paralympics in Beijing, China.[1] The country was represented by five athletes, all competing in track and field.[2]

About 10% of Angola's population is reportedly disabled, following the Angolan Civil War.[3]

Medallists

The country won three medals, all silver.[4]

Medal Name Sport Event Date
 Silver José Armando Sayovo Athletics Men's 100m - T11
 Silver José Armando Sayovo Athletics Men's 200m - T11
 Silver José Armando Sayovo Athletics Men's 400m - T11

Events

Athletics

See also

External links

References

  1. "Paralympic Games team in Beijing", Chronicle, September 1, 2008
  2. "Le Secrétaire général du comité paralympique angolais à Pékin", Agencia AngolaPress, August 21, 2008
  3. "Angolan voters' views", BBC, September 5, 2008
  4. "Overall Medal Standings", official website of the Beijing Paralympics
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