1979 African Championships in Athletics
| 1979 African Championships in Athletics | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 2–5 August |
| Host city | Dakar, Senegal |
The 1979 African Championships in Athletics were held in the Stade Iba Mar Diop in Dakar, Senegal, between 2 and 5 August. There were a total number of 251 competitors from 24 countries, with 23 men's and 16 women's events.