South Africa is One of the Most Diverse Countries in the World and a Hiker’s Paradise
From captivating landscapes to breathtaking views, these hikes have it all. Set in the beautiful Baviaanskloof World Heritage Site Wilderness Reserve, Leopard’s Trail is a four-day and three-night hike that is moderately difficult. The longest day is 22 kilometres. The Otter Trail is an unspoiled trail located in Garden Route National Park. The Tsitsikamma Forest meets […]
12 Apostles Hotel and Spa Champions the Role Tourism Needs to Play in Conservation
The award-winning hotel is built on the site of the original house known as ‘Oudekraal, overlooking the very rocks on which the ship now ‘resides’. It is the only building on this part of the notoriously hazardous shoreline because of its situation within a protected national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The two white […]
Rwandan National Park Pushes Conservation to Boost Tourism
The Akagera National Park located in Rwanda’s eastern province has embarked on improving conservation efforts to protect wildlife, natural habitat and increase tourism revenues. The park, which is Rwanda’s only protected savannah region with a wide range of animals, has intensified efforts to ensure it is run for the public benefit. “In order to boost […]
North Africa’s Top Destination is Open Again
The fishing town of Essaouira, the former Mogador, is one of the Moroccan towns with historical links to Portugal. It was the Portuguese, under the command of Diogo de Azambuja, who built their imposing fort. Walking through the city walls, wandering through its colorful Mosque and going to the fishing port, eating a freshly caught […]
For the Women Driving the Booming African Screen Industries, ‘the Time is Now’
With the advent of streaming, there has been an enormous push for new content from across the globe. This quest for new voices combined with the industry’s efforts to address inequality have resulted in an increasing number of women playing prominent roles in the film and television industry across Africa. In doing it for themselves, […]
Meet the 7 Lagos-based Talents Leading Charge in Next Wave Design
Lagos has become a hotbed for architecture and design, and the city is attracting and celebrating some exceptional talents. As there is no one definition of African design, the city’s design output is as diverse as its creators. Get to know 7 unique creatives, who are making their mark and defining the city’s style. Inspired […]
African Fashion Goes Global – and Takes Root in Ireland
As the fashion world devotes an increasing amount of attention on African fashion, the Western world is beginning to embrace its wonders. To meet this rising design, a new crop of Diasporan fashionistas are making their mark with innovative Africa-inspired designs in places far from the African continent. Umoja Linn (formerly Umoja Production) is an […]
Nigerian Storyteller Tosinger is Bringing Africans Back to Their Roots
Tosin Taiwo is a Nigerian artist, singer and storyteller, and her latest project is meant to educate the world about strong African women. Tosinger, as she is otherwise known, has created a performance piece called #We3Queens, in which she portrays 3 different African queens, all of whom were renowned for their exceptional leadership. The project […]
These African Heritage Sites Are Under Threat from Rising Seas, But There’s Still Time to Save Them
As the cradle of civilization, the African continent has a remarkable number of iconic, historic sites, many of which are located in coastal locations. On the shores of North Africa, ancient cities have stood for millennia. The columns of Carthage, in modern-day Tunisia, are a reminder of the once bustling Phoenician and Roman port, and […]
Ethiopian Airlines On Its Way to Becoming a Global Force in the Logistics Sector
Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for five 777-8 Freighters. The African carrier will become the second customer for the 777-8F after Qatar Airways’ order in late January. According to Boeing, the 777-8F offers an almost identical payload to the 777-400F along with a 30% improvement in fuel efficiency, operating […]
