Author: Chukwu Godlove
Image: Facebook / NSRI Think you can handle icy waters in mid-winter? The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is daring South Africans to take the plunge this June to help fund lifesaving operations around the country. ALSO SEE: Five African conservation and tourism short films recognised at international film festival Timed with the winter solstice on Saturday, 21 June 2025, the longest night and the coldest time of year, the initiative invites thrill-seekers and supporters to jump into cold water to raise both awareness and money. Whether it’s a beach, dam, swimming pool, or a simple bucket of ice water,…
The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has inaugurated a newly equipped visitor centre at the Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, enhancing visitors’ experience at one of Egypt’s most iconic historical landmarks. The centre, housed within one of the citadel’s main tower halls, was developed in collaboration with the French Centre for Alexandrian Studies. The initiative comes as part of a broader objective to raise the standard of visitor services across museums and archaeological sites nationwide, ensuring that guests enjoy not only Egypt’s distinguished monuments but also a high-quality and informative experience. “This centre is a vital step in reimagining how…
A few years ago, eco-travel was the gold standard—choosing options that were greener, gentler, less damaging. Then came the push for sustainability, encouraging travellers to shrink their footprint and tread lightly. But today, the conversation has evolved. Regenerative tourism takes things further: it’s not just about doing less harm, but actively doing good, restoring, uplifting, and giving back to the places we visit. It’s about healing landscapes, empowering local communities, and choosing experiences that enrich rather than extract. In South Africa, where travel intersects with biodiversity hotspots, cultural richness and economic inequality, the regenerative approach has never been more relevant—or…
When Akagera National Park completed the fencing of its boundaries, it marked a milestone in the conservation of one of Rwanda’s most treasured ecosystems. The move was designed to reduce unsustainable practices, particularly illegal fishing, that had long threatened the park’s delicate ecological balance. But for many families living near the park, the fencing also meant the end of a vital food source. Fishing had not only provided income–it was also a primary source of protein for communities in the sectors bordering the park. Outside the park, nearby fish ponds had also suffered from overfishing, leaving locals with few alternatives.…
Image: Marri Shyam / Pexels Hosted at Hotel Sky in Sandton, Johannesburg, five films won 5 awards across different categories at the International Tourism Film Festival Africa on Friday, 6 June 2025. ALSO READ: NSPCA pushes for specialised courts to handle and expedite wildlife cases Over 450 films were submitted from around the world, which culminated in a red carpet event attended by over 200 people from the film, tourism, and conservation industries. Produced by South African company Love Africa Marketing, four golds and one silver were awarded in various categories across conservation, wildlife and tourism, with films showcasing their…
Member of the Egyptian Tourism Federation (ETF) Hossam Hazaa said on Monday, June 9, 2025, that Egypt is witnessing a remarkable boom in tourism rates during Eid Al Adha holiday, especially in the Red Sea region, despite geopolitical challenges in the region. In phone-in to the Egyptian satellite channel 1, he pointed out that a large number of tourists flocked to Hurghada from various European countries topped by Germany, Italy and France. Hazaa praised efforts exerted by the Ministry of tourism to activate tourism in Egypt during international exhibitions. He pointed out that occupancy rates reached 100% in some hotels…
The City of Cape Town is moving ahead with a plan to relocate four troops of baboons that have become increasingly dependent on urban areas for food. Bernd Dittrich/Unsplash The City’s dedicated baboon task management team has developed an action plan aimed at reducing conflict and ensuring the well-being of both the animals and the communities they encounter. According to the team, the baboons have grown reliant on the urban environment for sustenance—something they describe as unnatural and not sustainable, as reported by EWN. A key focus of the plan is to prevent further splintering of baboon groups and to…
Nairobi — Kenya and China have officially launched the first-ever China-Kenya Culture and Tourism Season, a landmark initiative aimed at deepening cultural ties and boosting tourism between the two nations. The event follows a bilateral agreement reached in April between President William Ruto and Chinese President Xi Jinping to elevate diplomatic relations to a “China-Kenya Community of Shared Future for the New Era.” Speaking at the colourful opening ceremony in Nairobi, Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Guo Haiyan emphasized the longstanding cultural and people-to-people ties between the two countries, dating back over 600 years when Chinese Admiral Zheng He visited the…
When architects go on holiday, it’s not just about the destination — it’s about the detail. The materials, the way light lands in a room, and how a space sits within its landscape. Travel becomes less about checking in and more about tuning in to how design shapes experience. To discover what stands out to those who shape the built world for a living, we spoke to David Peerutin, founding partner of Cape Town-based firm Peerutin Karol, along with Managing Director Tarryn Cohen. From timeless icons to off-the-radar lodges, their answers are part travel list, part design manifesto. Global icons…
Mogadishu, Somalia — A senior tourism official in Mogadishu’s Deyniile district was shot dead Saturday night by unidentified gunmen, in the latest targeted killing in the Somali capital, family members and witnesses said. Abdalla Sheikh Ibrahim Jiisow, the head of tourism for Deyniile district, was killed in the Halgan neighborhood around 9 p.m. while returning home, according to residents. The assailants, armed with light weapons, fled the scene after stealing his mobile phone. Family members of the deceased have called on the Somali government to deliver justice and bring those responsible to account. “We know who killed my son –…