Author: Chukwu Godlove
President Museveni has commended the annual Jinja Agricultural Show for its central role in advancing Uganda’s development strategy anchored in Agriculture, Tourism, Minerals, and Services (ATMS). In remarks delivered on his behalf by Paul Mwambu, Commissioner for Crop Inspection and Certification at the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), President Museveni described the event as a critical platform for knowledge transfer and technology adoption. Speaking at the official opening of the 31st edition of the agricultural show at Jinja Show Grounds, Mwambu conveyed Museveni’s appreciation for how the event brings together innovators, farmers, researchers, and students to exchange…
A searing heatwave has swept across parts of Europe, forcing the closure of more than a thousand schools in France, and the top floor of the Eiffel Tower was shut to tourists visiting Paris. George Chandrinos/Unsplash The Mediterranean Sea is also bearing the brunt, with water temperatures in Spain’s Balearic Sea hitting a record 30ºC—around 6ºC higher than usual for this time of year — according to Spain’s national weather service, Aemet. A persistent “heat dome” has settled over the continent, trapping hot air and triggering widespread health alerts. The EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service reports that Europe is warming…
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Kilosa — MIKUMI National Park is set to inaugurate a new entrance gate in Kilosa District, strategically located to better serve tourists arriving via the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). This significant development is expected to dramatically reduce travel time and further invigorate domestic tourism. Park Chief Warden Commissioner Augustine Masesa announced the plan recently, saying the gate will cut the journey from the SGR station to the park from 120 kilometres to just 19 kilometres. “We’re constructing a new gate just 19 kilometres from inside the park. This will serve visitors over 100 kilometres of road travel,” he said. Masesa…
Africa’s contributions to the culinary world are everywhere, even if they are not immediately recognised. Migration, trade, colonisation and the slave trade certainly made flavours and food from the continent spread across oceans. From the bustling streets of Salvador in Brazil to French bistros and American soul kitchens, African roots run deep. Jambalaya – USA Ian McKellar/Wikimedia Commons West African rice traditions reborn in Louisiana This beloved Southern dish has long been linked to the Spanish paella, but its flavourful foundation owes much more to West African jollof rice. Enslaved Africans in Louisiana reimagined their one-pot rice dishes using local…
Four tourists were attacked at Kipwe Camping Site at Khorixas on Friday, the police report. The suspects, who are still at large, broke into the victims’ vehicle, stealing passports, wallets, and N$5 000 in cash. At Okahandja, Albertus Uirab (27) succumbed to a stab wound after an altercation at Promiseland location on Friday. The suspect fled the scene and remains at large. In Mariental, Donavan Oarum (34) allegedly took his life. His body was discovered in a riverbed on Friday. No foul play is suspected. A joint police operation at Okondjatu on Friday led to the arrest of a 73-year-old…
Not all history buffs are museum-goers. While some travellers delight in curated displays and climate-controlled corridors, others crave a more tactile kind of time travel — wandering ancient streets, tracing myths in the dust, or staying in places where centuries unfold with every step. If you’re someone who loves history but would rather skip the museum queue, here are some of the world’s best destinations where the past isn’t preserved — it’s lived. Walk through ancient civilisations Ani/Huseyin Kaya/Unsplash Ani – Turkey Once a medieval capital on the Silk Road, Ani is now a hauntingly beautiful ghost city of cathedrals…
There’s a rare magic in sleeping somewhere truly wild, where you might wake to a curious animal outside your window. For the discerning traveller, the call of the wild no longer means giving up comfort. These remarkable lodges let you experience raw nature at its most intimate while still enjoying warm baths, fine linens, and unforgettable meals. Here’s where to go when you want the wild to come to you. Onguma Tree Top Camp – Namibia Picture/Etosha National Park Situated on the eastern edge of Etosha National Park, Onguma’s elevated walkways and open-fronted tents give you a perfect view over…
Thirteen beaches along KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast have officially reopened for swimming, marking a welcome turnaround for the region’s tourism sector. Olivia Pedler/Unsplash The announcement came from the KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence after close monitoring of the annual sardine run revealed the main shoals have now moved offshore, significantly reducing the likelihood of encounters with marine predators, as reported by Travel News Africa. According to the Sharks Board, current conditions pose minimal risk to bathers, and the decision to reopen beaches comes after ensuring swimmer safety. For tourism operators, it’s a major green light. Many local businesses rely…
Nyandungu eco-tourism Park recorded 76,754 visitors in 2024, according to the park manager, Ildephonse Kambogo. ALSO READ: How Rwanda is faring in wetlands restoration Nyandungu Eco-tourism Park (NEP), a recreational space and wildlife habitat in the City of Kigali, currently spans 121 hectares, comprising 70 hectares of wetland and 50 hectares of forest, with more than 62 indigenous plant species. The park is set to expand by an additional 43 hectares. Nearly 200 bird species that had migrated due to wetland degradation returned to the park following its rehabilitation. One notable outcome of the park’s restoration is the publication of…