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Route of first sailing challenge around Africa (Photo: AEC)

Sports and aid part of first regatta around Africa

by György Folk, Brussels,

Two Hungarian sailing fanatics have decided to organise the first ever sailing challenge around the African continent. Jozsef Gál, a highly-experienced sailor who once spent five years on a trip, and co-organiser Péter Kondricz, aim not only to promote the high-society sport but also to bring aid to more than a dozen African states. Stops at ports will be accompanied by cultural events meant to facilitate intercultural dialogue.

Mr Gál outlined the adventurous Africa-Europe Challenge ...

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Route of first sailing challenge around Africa (Photo: AEC)

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