The U.S. Embassy near Monrovia has issued a stern reminder to all visa applicants that full disclosure of social media activity is now a mandatory requirement for obtaining a U.S. visa. The move is part of a broader effort by the United States government to tighten its visa vetting procedures and enhance national security. According…
Africa’s coastlines and inland lakes are home to a scattering of spectacular islands—some volcanic, others coral-ringed, some full of colonial echoes, others pulsing with Swahili culture. While Seychelles and Zanzibar get most of the glory, there’s a host of overlooked alternatives still under the radar. Best of all? If you’re a South African passport holder,…
The second edition of the Global African Hydrogen Summit has been launched in Windhoek yesterday with the international event set to take place from 9 to 11 September 2025 in Windhoek, Namibia, under the theme “Ambition in Action: Fuelling Africa’s Green Industrial Revolution.” The inaugural edition hosted in Namibia last year brought together over 1500…
Image: Unsplash A new seasonal, tourism-only border crossing between South Africa’s Kruger National Park and Zimbabwe’s Gonarezhou National Park has officially opened as a pilot project, offering travellers a unique way to explore the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area (GLTFCA). ALSO READ: Make your next safari fun and educational for the kids Approved by the…
ADDIS ABABA-The Ministry of Tourism (MoT) has announced that it is implementing activities to leverage technology in order to promote the potential of tourism. The statement above was made yesterday by MoT’s Minister Selamawit Kassa at the official opening of the Tourism and Technology Forum (TTF) organized by the Oromia Tourism Commission, which will last…
Imagine this: you’re driving through the lowveld, and just over the next hill, a riot of colour bursts across the horizon—walls turned canvases, homes painted with story-rich symbols, and street corners humming with cultural commentary. Across Africa, painted villages and mural corridors are transforming public spaces into immersive art galleries. For travellers craving deeper cultural…
Strategically located closer to the sea Ports, Dire Dawa thrives as a major commercial hub where foreign trade and investment are facilitated. As such, for many Ethiopians, Dire Dawa is well known as a hub of trade. Indeed, from its genesis, it was the country’s commercial capital for about a century. Its linkage with trade…
These days, taking time out isn’t just a treat—it’s a must. Luckily, South Africa is full of spa escapes that make it easy to switch off, whether you’re after forest quiet, ocean views, or vineyard peace. From wellness lodges tucked into mountain ranges to coastal hideaways and urban sanctuaries, here’s your guide to the top…
Olusegun Runsewe, Nigeria’s former chief executive of culture and tourism agencies, has called for an immediate end to the ongoing conflict within the cultural tourism sector regarding the regulatory policy by the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR). He has pledged to mediate between all parties involved and promote dialogue and collaboration. Runsewe, who…
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