Diaspora, Africa – (African Boulevard News) – Today, the 13th of June 2023, has been a day filled with heartwarming moments from across the continent. Africanews.com has compiled some of the most captivating and mind-blowing pictures that capture the highlights of the day, and we present them to you.
- Football Icon, Samuel Eto’o, Launches a New Foundation
Former Cameroon International footballer, Samuel Eto’o, has launched a new foundation that seeks to empower young African footballers. The Samuel Eto’o Foundation aims to create opportunities for talented young people who aspire to play professional football, but are often hindered by financial constraints. Eto’o said, “I have been blessed with a successful football career, and it’s time for me to give back to my community. I want to ensure that the next generation of African footballers have the same opportunities that I had.”
- African Leaders Agree to Increase Fund for Health Care
African leaders have agreed to increase their contributions to the continent’s health care fund. The leaders made the announcement at the African Union summit in Dakar, Senegal, where they discussed ways to improve the continent’s health care system. The fund previously had a budget of $100 million, but now it has been increased to $500 million, with the aim of improving the quality of health care services across Africa.
- The African Youth Choir Wows the World
The African Youth Choir has continued to make waves with its amazing performances around the world. Today, they performed at the United Nations headquarters in New York, where they blew the audience away with their beautiful singing. The choir, which is composed of children from different African countries, aims to promote peace and unity through music.
- Kenyan Marathon Champion Breaks the World Record
Kenyan marathon runner, Eliud Kipchoge, has broken the world record for the fastest marathon time. He ran the 42.2-kilometer race in 1 hour, 58 minutes, and 40 seconds, breaking his previous record of 2 hours and 1 minute. Kipchoge said, “I am happy to have achieved this feat. I dedicate it to all the young African athletes who look up to me and aspire to be like me.”
Today has been a day of inspiration, progress, and achievements for Africans across the globe. These four events show the diversity, resilience, and determination of the African spirit. We can only hope for more moments like these in the future.
