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Added on the 17/09/2020 12:22:13 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
A drive-through coronavirus testing centre has been set up in a carpark of Twickenham stadium, the home of the England rugby team. The facility appears ready to receive patients to help reach the government's stated goal of processing 100,000 COVID-19 tests per day by the end of April. IMAGES
People queue outside a Covid-19 test center as Germany hits a record 100,000 daily Covid-19 cases. Germany's daily toll of new Covid-19 cases has topped 100,000 for the first time, according to data from the country's public health agency. IMAGES
People queue in their cars to get vaccinated against Covid-19 at a drive-thu vaccination centre in Cape Town. Dozens of nations from Europe to Asia have imposed travel restrictions on South Africa and its neighbours since its scientists flagged Omicron last week. IMAGES
People arrive to attend a test concert of French rock band Indochine and French DJ Etienne de Crecy, aimed at investigating how such events can take place safely amidst the Covid-19 pandemic at the AccorHotels Arena in Paris. IMAGES
A pub reopens for indoor service in London, as coronavirus restrictions are eased across most of the UK despite concerns over the spread of a more transmissible Covid variant. Full indoor hospitality in restaurants and cafes also returns, and cinemas, theatres and sports venues are to open their doors for the first time in months. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.