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Uber Safari Kenya

Uber Marks 10 Years In Kenya With The Launch Of Uber Safari, A New Way To Explore The Wild

Tech Meets Tourism – The new product category provides locals and tourists with seamless, on-demand access to Nairobi National Park, reinforcing Uber’s commitment to innovation and supporting Kenya’s tourism economy  Uber has announced the launch of Uber Safari, a new product category offering tailored safari experiences in Nairobi National Park. This innovative product, unveiled as […]

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Connecting Africa

Connecting Africa Explores South Africa’s Creative Economy

In the latest episode of Connecting Africa, CNN’s Victoria Rubadiri visited the Africa Food Show in Cape Town, South Africa, the continents’ largest food show, to see how chefs are bringing their dishes to life. The three-day event serves up the opportunity to immerse in African cuisine, with vendors using the opportunity to build relationships with consumers and distributors […]

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Top 5 Safest Destinations in Africa

Safest African Countries To Visit Halfway Through 2025

A low crime rate and a high safety index are now crucial advantages for African countries looking to achieve more wealth, draw in international collaboration, and enhance the standard of living for their people in 2025. Besides maintaining peace and order, these metrics show how stable, resilient, and prepared a country is for sustainable growth. […]

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Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA)

Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) 2025: 10-Day Countdown Begins

With just ten days remaining until the highly anticipated Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) 2025, the City of uMhlathuze is buzzing with readiness to welcome global investors and business leaders. Scheduled from August 27th to 29th, this year’s forum, themed “Tourism and Infrastructure Investment: Driving Economic Transformation and Enhancing Community Well-Being,” promises a deep dive […]

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Africa’s Youth Are the Future of Global Tourism – Here’s Why

By Shaikha Al Nowais When it comes to the tourism industry, Sub-Saharan Africa’s youth population should be seen as one of the continent’s greatest strengths. With 70% under the age of 30, there is a generational opportunity to drive a new kind of industry. One that promotes local values, inclusive growth, climate action, and solidifies […]

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9 Exciting SA Travel Destinations To Celebrate Tourism Month

The cosmopolitan make-up of South Africa’s cultures, spread across its provinces, offers travellers unique and exciting experiences to explore the best of the southern bowl of Africa. There are many destinations that are popular favourites amongst travellers – but there are also some hidden gems that offer the most incredible travel experiences, that travellers simply […]

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How Trailblazing Women Are Driving Recovery In The Tourism Sector

By: Lindi Mthethwa, Regional Director of Sales & Marketing, Minor Hotels Africa Group “Women should not have to prove themselves any more. We’ve always worked hard to deliver results. I am proud of what we have accomplished in this industry and what we continue to achieve.” If there’s one thing COVID19 has taught the tourism […]

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Who Is Africa’s Most Inspiring Tourism Storyteller?

Entries open for the African Travel & Tourism Awards presented by WTM Africa Africa Travel Week is on the lookout for the most inspiring and compelling storytellers in the African tourism industry for the African Travel & Tourism Awards presented by WTM Africa. The 2023 Awards will be themed ‘Rooted in Africa and will celebrate […]

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Domestic Tourism

Shift Towards Domestic Tourism a Game Changer in Post-Covid-19 Recovery

By Wayne Godwin For decades, tourism has remained a major contributor to the GDP of African economies. In 2019, the industry accounted for about seven percent of Africa’s GDP and contributed $169 billion to its economy—about the size of Côte d’Ivoire’s and Kenya’s combined GDP. But the advent of the Covid-19 pandemic changed all that. […]

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Lessons From Africa’s Safari Lodges For A Post-Pandemic Era

Many innovations have been born from constraints. In the case of safari lodges in Africa, the remote settings and lack of infrastructure forces architects and teams to get creative. Here are examples from the bleeding edge of innovation in sustainability, along with some hints about what is to come in developed markets around the world. […]

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