Author: Chukwu Godlove
Image: Getty Going on safari is a great shared experience for the whole family, but keeping kids engaged during game drives can sometimes be a challenge — especially when there’s a quiet spell between sightings. That is where bush bingo comes in — a fun, educational way to keep little adventurers focused on their surroundings while learning about the wonders of the wild. ALSO SEE: Nyawutsi Hide temporarily closes — but birders still have plenty to see What is bush bingo? Bush bingo is a simple activity that turns a safari into an interactive game. Kids get a card or…
ADDIS ABABA-The Ministry of Tourism (MoT) has announced that it is implementing activities to leverage technology in order to promote the potential of tourism. The statement above was made yesterday by MoT’s Minister Selamawit Kassa at the official opening of the Tourism and Technology Forum (TTF) organized by the Oromia Tourism Commission, which will last through today. According to her, activities are being carried out to establish a connection between tourism and technology with the goal of maximizing benefits from the sector. In this regard, countries are using technology in tourism to generate substantial revenue. She added that the government…
Image: Unsplash A new seasonal, tourism-only border crossing between South Africa’s Kruger National Park and Zimbabwe’s Gonarezhou National Park has officially opened as a pilot project, offering travellers a unique way to explore the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area (GLTFCA). ALSO READ: Make your next safari fun and educational for the kids Approved by the Ministers of Home Affairs in both countries, the crossing operates via the Sengwe-Tshipise Corridor at the Pafuri-Sengwe access point. The initiative aims to test demand and feasibility for cross-border tourism movement within this shared conservation landscape. The pilot runs from 1 May to 30 November…
Warmquelle might be a relatively small village with less than 3 000 people, but it brims with life on almost any given day. The village forms part of the Sesfontein settlement. Tourists passing through the village – attracted by a warm spring in the area – blend with the sounds and bustle of locals going about their lives, making this place unique. Here, dreams of making it big and landing a career outside the village abound. The youth wish for better life prospects and income-earning opportunities to improve their living standards. Rivaldo Awiseb (27) is no exception. “Given half the…
Kruger Park’s Nyawutsi Bird Hide has closed for maintenance, and travellers are invited to discover other remarkable birding hotspots in the park’s quieter northern reaches. Picture/Lilac-breasted roller in Kruger National Park/Birding in Kruger A birding detour worth taking Kruger National Park’s beloved Nyawutsi Bird Hide—a quiet, wheelchair-friendly platform overlooking a waterhole north of Shingwedzi—has temporarily closed for essential upgrades. While the closure might feel like a missed opportunity for some birders, it opens the door to a wider range of birding experiences in this lesser-explored corner of Kruger. More than just a setback, this is a chance to rediscover the…
Leading hospitality group, African Sun Limited (ASL), says the ongoing disposal of non-core assets will unlock potential to rejuvenate activity in high-performing units. Presenting the 2024 annual report, ASL chief executive officer, Laurie Ward, said there is no going back with the disposal of giant outfits which are not reaping much. “The Group’s strategy is centred on optimising our portfolio by focusing on a smaller, more profitable selection of hotels that prioritise quality and guest experiences. This vision will continue to gain momentum in 2025. Our approach involves divesting of non-core assets and concentrating resources on high-performing properties in prime…
Beneath the vast skies and silences of the Karoo, something quietly radical is happening. A new generation of artists, storytellers, and changemakers is breathing life into once-forgotten towns, drawing travellers with a taste for authenticity and cultural depth. These are not boomtowns of industry or sprawl — they are places where old churches become theatres, homes become galleries, and small markets shape big identities. If you’re looking to explore the Karoo beyond its landscapes, here are six towns leading the cultural revival. Prince Albert Picture/Prince Albert Tourism Tucked at the foot of the Swartberg Mountains, Prince Albert blends heritage charm…
Nairobi — Visa processing firm VFS Global has issued a public advisory warning Kenyan nationals to beware of fraudulent agents offering fake early appointment bookings in exchange for payment. The warning comes amid a surge in outbound travel and increasing visa application volumes across Africa in 2025. The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), in partnership with VFS Global, recently projected that Africa’s travel and tourism sector could contribute up to US$168 billion to the continent’s economy and generate 18 million new jobs–growth that depends heavily on improved visa and travel infrastructure. With visa demand at unprecedented levels, VFS Global…
For most of the last 12 days, we have been treated to the undignified spectacle between former Edo State governor and now senator, Adams Oshiomhole, and the management of Air Peace Airline, Nigeria’s largest airline. Air Peace Airlines reported that Senator Oshiomhole had tried to disrupt their operations at Lagos Airport. They said he arrived at Murtala Mohammed Airport late for the early morning flight to Abuja, and when he was denied boarding, he became unruly and caused disruption to flight operations. They added that the senator climbed onto the baggage conveyor belt, preventing the check-in process, and ordered his…
Imagine this: you’re driving through the lowveld, and just over the next hill, a riot of colour bursts across the horizon—walls turned canvases, homes painted with story-rich symbols, and street corners humming with cultural commentary. Across Africa, painted villages and mural corridors are transforming public spaces into immersive art galleries. For travellers craving deeper cultural connections—and camera roll gold—these stops are worth the detour. Ndebele homesteads – Mpumalanga, South Africa & Matobo Hills, Zimbabwe Dr Esther Mahlangu in front of Ndebele House/Reddit In South Africa’s Mpumalanga province and parts of southern Zimbabwe, artistry is built into the walls themselves. Ndebele…