South Africa is among seven countries that have expressed interest in hosting the 2036 Summer Olympic Games, according to a list released by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on 6 October 2026. The country joins India, Qatar, Germany, Hungary, Turkey and South Korea in the early stages of a selection process that will see interested nations assessed on funding, political backing and public support. The announcement places South Africa in contention to host its first Olympic Games, although no host has been selected and the financial implications remain an important consideration.