Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio addresses the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly. He was the second African leader to give a keynote speech at today’s morning session. More info here
Hospitality company Accor has expanded its portfolio in Africa with the opening of a new Sofitel-branded property in Benin. The new Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa offers 198 rooms, including 14 suites and five duplex suites featuring private pools. It will also offer five bars and restaurants, which will open progressively between this month and…
Namoroka Tsingy Camp, a new tented camp in Madagascar’s Tsingy de Namoroka National Park, has officially opened and welcomed its first guests. This new property offers an exclusive experience in one of Madagascar’s most remote natural environments. Key features of the Namoroka Tsingy Camp include: Location: The camp is the only accommodation available within the Tsingy de…
Zanzibar is taking a leap towards sustainable tourism with the Kizimkazi Hiking Loop – a 10 km eco-tourism trail in southern Zanzibar. This collaboration between UNDP Tanzania, State University of Zanzibar and Zanzibar’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities combines technology with nature in promoting cultural heritage and local economic growth. Part of the Bahari Maisha (Ocean Life) Project,…
he roads affected by the snowstorm over the weekend, including the N3 Toll Route, have now been reopened to traffic, according to the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), reporting on Sunday night, September 22. These include key routes in Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Eastern Cape. Heavy snowfall and icy conditions left…
History has been made in Zambia with the reintroduction of five cheetahs, donated by Dinokeng and Kuzuko Game Reserves, to the 30,000-hectare LoleLunga Game Ranch. This marks a significant step in boosting Zambia’s cheetah population and rebalancing the ecosystem. The once barren land has been transformed into a thriving wilderness where elephants, buffalo, and cheetahs…
Mbano Manor Hotel by Mantis in Victoria Falls is thrilled to announce that they have been awarded Best Boutique Hotel in Zimbabwe at the 2024 AZTA Association of Zimbabwe Travel Agents) Awards! Last year, Mbano Manor Hotel by Mantis was proud to take home the 1st runner-up spot, and now, securing the top award just…