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Image for illustrative purposes only. Sourced via Getty. Two international tourists were tragically killed by a charging elephant while on a walking safari in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park on Thursday. ALSO READ: Malaria still poses a risk in Southern Africa’s peak season According to a report by AP News, the victims were 68-year-old Janet Taylor from the United Kingdom and 67-year-old Alison Taylor from New Zealand. The women were part of a guided safari group when they were attacked by a female elephant accompanied by a calf. As per the report, the Eastern Province Police Commissioner Robertson Mweemba said…
THE Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) has paid lawyers Slysken Makando N$630 000 and Kaijata Kangueehi N$800 000 to preside over an internal disciplinary process against a finance manager at the parastatal. It resulted in the dismissal of NTB finance manager Nesley Xarageb in April 2025, following a disciplinary hearing that cost the government N$1.4 million. Xarageb was accused of misconduct, including opposing payments of board members’ travel allowances. He has declined to comment on the matter. However, his case has reignited a broader debate about the cost of disciplinary hearings, particularly at parastatals, where the process often appears to benefit…
There are many good reasons to procrastinate booking a holiday. But not knowing if you need a visa shouldn’t be one of them. Luckily, when you travel with Rhino Africa, you’re not left to Google your way through the bureaucracy. We’ve created this no-nonsense, country-by-country visa guide for some of the most popular safari destinations in Africa (and a few island add-ons, too). So, whether you’re dreaming of game drives in the Serengeti or scuba diving in the Seychelles, you’ll know exactly what paperwork stands between you and your next big adventure. The only thing you’ll scout for is adventure, Image…
South Africa is a treasure trove of spontaneous escapes—places where you can book a night, pack a bag, and let the rest unfold naturally. These destinations prove that you don’t always have to plan – whether you’re chasing rivers, mountains, wildlife, or waves. AfriCamps – Nationwide Robertson/Lawrence W.K. Ho/Wikimedia Commons AfriCamps‘ boutique tents are pre-pitched, stylishly furnished, and scattered across some of the country’s most scenic corners—from the vineyards of Robertson to the misty forests of Magoebaskloof. All you need to do is book online, rock up, and settle into a hot tub under the stars. With options for river…
The Rehoboth Town Council has donated 11 hectares of land for the construction of a modern sport stadium to benefit the community. It has been donated to the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture for these purposes. Councillor Jacky Khariseb announced this during the fifth ordinary council meeting held recently. “The stadium will include all sport codes. Through the building we aim to bring services closer to our residents. As a council we saw fit to donate the land to benefit schools and the community. The stadium will also be used when the council hosts municipal games,”…
When most people imagine an African safari, they picture endless bush sizzling under the midday sun. But winter in South Africa offers a very different, and altogether magical, experience. Between May and October, the landscape transforms into a photographer’s dream: the bush thins out and and wildlife becomes more visible than ever. There’s a crispness in the air, a quiet anticipation that makes each game drive feel like an adventure waiting to unfold. Here are just some of the many reasons I love the winter safari season in South Africa.A winter safari in South Africa offers special highlights like spectacular…
Image: Wikimedia Commons / Horia Varlan The Camino de Santiago is the world’s most famous pilgrimage route — and rightly so. But it’s not the only one. Across the world, ancient paths still wind through forests, across mountains, and into sacred cities, walked for centuries by seekers, monks, merchants and travellers. ALSO READ: Hikes to caves, arches, & other rare rock formations worth the trek These five pilgrim routes offer a quieter kind of journey — less commercial, often more rugged, but rich in beauty, culture and tradition. Kumano Kodo, Japan’s sacred forest paths On Japan’s Kii Peninsula, the Kumano…
– Arba Minch City has earned nearly 17 million Birr in tourism revenue this Ethiopian fiscal year, according to Mayor Mesfin Menza (PhD). In an interview with The Ethiopian Herald, the Mayor revealed that the city collected 16.7 million Birr from both domestic and international tourists, with an increase of 7 million Birr compared to the same period last year. Over 10,000 tourists visited Arba Minch this year, with a notable rise in domestic tourism compared to previous years. Mayor Mesfin emphasized that the city plans to triple its tourism revenue within the next four years. To achieve this goal,…
Hundreds of travellers and vehicles on Sunday were left stranded for hours at the banks of the Oti River in the Krachi East Municipality of the Oti Region following a technical fault with the pontoon ferry service. Passenger vehicles from Accra en route to Kpandai, Krachi, Buya, and surrounding areas arrived at the riverbank as early as 4:00 a.m., hoping to catch the first ferry crossing. However, they were left disappointed when the pontoon failed to operate due to mechanical issues. Attempt to speak to officialdom at the time of filing the story yesterday proved futile. Motorists and commuters using…
Hong Kong will raise fees as of September 8, 2025, for several immigration services, including visas and entry permits, following a policy review based on “cost recovery” and “user pays” principles. Florian Wehde/Unsplash The city’s Immigration Department has stated that while the increases are unlikely to affect daily life or business operations, they may significantly impact foreign travellers. The proposed changes are currently before the Legislative Council for a negative vetting process, which concludes on 2 July. ALSO READ: Malaria still poses a risk in Southern Africa’s peak season Here’s what travellers can expect: The Govt announces that from…