Paris 2024: What You Need to Know About This Year’s Biggest Sports Moments

Excitement is building for Paris 2024, and Ovio News Africa has all the details you need in one spot. Whether you’re a die‑hard fan or just curious about what’s coming, we’ll break down the most important dates, venues and ways to catch every match from Africa.

Key Dates and Venues

The opening ceremony kicks off on July 26, 2024, with the torch lighting at Stade de France. The Games run for 17 days, ending on August 11. Expect athletics in the iconic Stade de France, swimming at Aquatics Centre, and gymnastics at the Bercy Arena. Football matches spread across nine French cities, so there’s plenty of action to follow no matter which sport you love.

If you’re tracking specific events, note these highlights: men’s 100m finals on August 2, women’s basketball semis on July 31, and the long‑awaited beach volleyball showdown on August 5 in Marseille. Mark your calendar now – missing a key race or match is never fun.

How to Follow the Action from Africa

Streaming can be tricky, but we’ve got you covered. In most African countries, the official broadcast partner is Canal+ Sports, which offers a dedicated Ongo streaming app. Sign up for a monthly pass and you’ll get live feeds of every event, plus replays.

If you prefer free options, look out for beIN Sports Africa’s YouTube channel – they often share highlights and occasional live streams of less‑popular sports. For those with VPNs, you can unlock European broadcasters like BBC iPlayer or NBC’s Peacock to get extra coverage.

Don’t forget the power of social media. Follow Ovio News Africa on Twitter and Instagram for real‑time updates, score alerts and behind‑the‑scenes clips. Our reporters are on the ground in Paris, so you’ll get local insights that global feeds miss.

Finally, stay tuned to our tag page “Paris 2024” for related articles – from athlete profiles and training stories to analysis of ticket sales and travel tips. We regularly update this hub with fresh content, so it becomes your go‑to spot for everything Paris 2024.

Ready to join the buzz? Bookmark this page, set reminders for the opening ceremony, and grab your streaming pass early. With Ovio News Africa you’ll never miss a moment of the excitement that’s about to light up Paris.