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[ad_1] Husnah Kukundakwe made history at the Tokyo Paralympic Games as the youngest competitor, at the age of 14. Three years on, the breaststroke specialist is aiming to become Uganda's first female Paralympic medallist, and to inspire others across Africa with a disability to compete in sport.Husnah Kukundakwe was talking to BBC Sport's Nick Hope. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Addis Abeba — The Immigration and Citizenship Service office in Mekelle has fully resumed operations, including the launch of online passport services, after a three-year closure due to the Tigray war. The office initially restarted provisional services, such as passport renewals and replacements, on 18 June, 2024, following the suspension of all operations in November 2020 after the outbreak of the war. Mitiku Takele, coordinator of the Mekelle branch office, told state media that the office is now providing […]
[ad_1] Meet Sly, a young BMXer in Lagos who is looking to outride the boys and turn professional. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Uganda, often hailed as the Pearl of Africa, is renowned for its majestic mountain gorillas and the breathtaking beauty of the Nile River. While these attractions rightfully draw global attention, there is a treasure trove of lesser-known, unique experiences that remain largely unexplored. From ancient cultural practices to stunning landscapes that escape the typical tourist radar, Uganda offers a diverse range of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. The Mystical Rock Art of Nyero Tucked away in the eastern […]
[ad_1] Ahead of the new Premier League season, Arsenal have released a new kit celebrating the club's connection with Africa.The man behind it is fashion designer Foday Dumbuya, who was born in Sierra Leone and grew up in London.But can the Africa-inspired kit push the Gunners to the league title?BBC Africa's Mark Wilberforce visited the designer at his shop in London.Filmed and edited by Ameer Ahmed [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] The Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation (LTDC) has collected M4 million in levies since the introduction of the Tourism Levy Regulations, 2021, about 18 months ago. The funds have been used to spruce up the LTDC's corporate image and capacitate the Lesotho Council on Tourism (LCT), which supports tourism companies, among other things. Additionally, the funds have been used to cater for the LTDC's participation in the annual Africa Travel Indaba for two consecutive years. The tourism levy is a […]
[ad_1] Nairobi — The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) says contingency measures are in place to ensure seamless airport operations amid talks to avert workers strike set for Monday. In a statement to the press Friday, KAA emphasized its commitment to upholding high standards of service even if the planned strike takes place. "In preparation for the potential strike action scheduled for Monday, August 19, 2024, the authority has put necessary contingency measures in place to ensure that airport operations continue […]
[ad_1] Zimbabwe is working towards introducing computerised and online border management systems at all entry points to improve efficiency, eliminate errors, reduce human interface and curb potential corruption. Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister Kazembe Kazembe toured the Immigration Department unit at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport yesterday to assess progress made so far. "We need to implement the integrated computerised system which the Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage has embarked on which includes those in the civil […]
[ad_1] The highly anticipated SADC Tourism Night, which is being hosted by the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, has kicked off in style at the Heritage Cultural Village, Museum of African Liberation in Harare. The event started at 5 pm and has attracted several dignitaries, including SADC ministers and senior officials, ambassadors accredited to Zimbabwe, and Zimbabwe's cabinet ministers. Led by Tourism Minister Barbara Rwodzi, the delegation includes Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Dr Frederick Shava, Higher and […]
