Unesco Adds Tunisia’s Harissa and Morocco’s Rai to its List of Intangible Cultural Heritage
Earlier this week in Rabat, Unesco examined applications featuring the French baguette, Algerian raï, Serbian “slivo” and Tunisian harissa to decide whether they should be included on the list of humanity’s intangible heritage. The list is currently composed of 530 items, 72 of which require urgent safeguarding. an item of intangible heritage can be shared […]
At the Edge of the Sahara, a New Model for Refined Regenerative Tourism is being Trailblazed
Tizkmoudine – the name of the village where this hotel of the same name sits – represents an elevated approach to immersive hospitality with a clear legacy. This is thanks to French anti-hotelier-hotelier Thierry Teyssier partnering with non-profit organisation Global Heritage Fund. Teyssier has long been regarded as a hospitality visionary; now he’s a visionary […]
Victoria Falls Safari Spa has Officially Opened in Zimbabwe
According to AAT Chief Executive Ross Kennedy, the spa is Victoria Falls’ largest and first purpose-built spa, setting a new benchmark in health and wellness. Kennedy said the hospitality group, which operates Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls Safari Club, Victoria Falls Safari Suites, Lokuthula Lodges and The Boma – Dinner & Drum Show, was […]
Kigali Held the 8th Edition of the Mashariki African Film Festival this Week
This is the largest film festival in the country and aims to showcase Rwandan filmmakers, but also from Africa in general. Emphasis this year was placed on on films that question gender relations with the theme of Afro-futurism. “This year’s theme is Afro-futurism. So it’s about encouraging young directors, producers to have the idea of […]
Underrated Small Towns and Villages in South Africa
Between the mountains and the ocean sits the beautiful town of Kleinmond. There are multiple hiking trails that take you through the mountains, or the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve with views that will take your breath away. Nestled in the Mpumalanga Highlands, Dullstroom is a charming town conveniently situated halfway to the Kruger National Park. At […]
Africa’s Biggest Classroom, Ubongo, Kicks Off the Holiday Season By Celebrating Kids’ Superpowers
The holiday special episodes will cover various topics including problem-solving, friendship, goal-setting, and financial literacy Africa’s leading creator and producer of children’s educational media, Ubongo (www.Ubongo.org), is ringing in the holidays with brand-new special episodes of Ubongo Kids for families to watch together this festive season. The holiday special episodes will air on TV and […]
