Author: Chukwu Godlove

There’s something about a South African summer that calls for a cold drink, bare feet, and that salty, carefree feeling of the coast. Whether your vibe is glamorous sunset cocktails or sandy-toed chill sessions, the country’s beach bars offer a front-row seat to it all. Image used for illustrative purposes/SJ/Unsplash From Cape Town’s Atlantic edge to KwaZulu-Natal’s warm Indian Ocean, and even an inland escape that brings the beach to Pretoria — these are the coolest spots to discover before the holiday rush begins. 1. Café Caprice – Camps Bay, Cape Town (Western Cape) Few places capture Cape Town’s summer…

Uganda’s tourism industry marked a significant milestone on Friday as the Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO) celebrated 30 years of promoting the Pearl of Africa through professionalism, resilience, and unity. The celebration, themed “Roots and Routes: 30 Years of Tourism Excellence,” took place at Mestil Hotel in Kampala, drawing government officials, industry veterans, and a new generation of tour operators for a night of reflection and renewed commitment to sustainable tourism. AUTO Chairperson Civy R. N. Tumusiime, recently re-elected for another term, described the milestone as “a moment of profound joy, humility, and pride.” “Thirty years ago, a group…

The meeting point between KwaZulu-Natal’s northern coast and Mozambique’s southern shores tells a story of two worlds blending into one. A coastline that connects more than countries Stretching north from Sodwana Bay to Kosi Bay and over the border to Ponta do Ouro, this corner of Southern Africa is a rare meeting place. It is a region where the rhythms of Zulu and Mozambican life overlap, where the scents of grilled fish mingle with the salt air and where village life still thrives. Though separated by a political border, these beaches have always been united by family ties, shared traditions…

THE ongoing rehabilitation of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Highway, together with the proposed upgrade of the Beitbridge-Bulawayo Road under a public-private partnership (PPP) model, is expected to accelerate economic growth along Zimbabwe’s southern corridor. The massive infrastructure drive is expected to boost trade, mining, tourism and logistics while deepening regional integration in line with the National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2) and Vision 2030. The Beitbridge-Bulawayo-Victoria Falls route serves as a key trade artery linking Zimbabwe’s southern border to the industrial hub of Bulawayo and the western tourism corridor. Infrastructure experts say the PPP model reflects the Government’s strategy to leverage private…

The world of work has gone mobile, and digital nomads are reshaping how we travel. Africa, often overlooked, is emerging as an exciting destination for remote workers seeking a mix of culture, adventure, and affordability. Image used for illustrative purposes/Dave Weatherall/Unsplash From bustling tech hubs to serene coastal towns, the continent offers something for every remote worker. This “New Nomad Map” highlights seven African cities where laptops meet lifestyle. What makes a city “remote-work-ready”? Before diving in, what criteria define a nomad-friendly African city? Internet and infrastructure: Reliable broadband and coworking spaces. Community: A mix of locals and other remote…

Etosha is more than a tourist magnet. It is a living archive of Namibia’s natural heritage and rhythms, a vast savanna where rain, grass and fire have long interacted to shape species and soils. That normal cycle turned into a national emergency on 22 September when a wildfire raced through the park. It was declared contained on 29 September. The week-long blaze has left scars on the park and hard questions for our leaders and communities. Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines Fire is part of Etosha’s ecology. Before intensive human management, savanna and mopane woodlands…

The story of the African rhino has long been one of both triumph and tragedy. Decades of dedicated conservation saw the white rhino population soar to over 20,000 by 2010. However, devastating poaching caused by organised crime has since pushed numbers down dramatically, leaving just over 2,000 rhinos left in the iconic Kruger National Park by 2024. Enter the Rhino Renaissance.Protecting the rhino is at the core of who we are at Rhino Africa, Image Credit: Brad MitchellThe Full PictureThis stark reality is not the final chapter. The fight to save Africa’s rhinos is being won through unity, where successful…

For generations, the Western Cape coastline has been dotted with small fishing communities that have lived in rhythm with the ocean, passing down traditional methods that are as much about respect as they are about survival. Africaspotter / Wikimedia Commons Today, these villages offer travellers more than postcard charm. They’re living archives of sustainable seafood practices, places where the future of the ocean still depends on age-old knowledge. Visiting them and buying from the people who fish these waters — means helping preserve both culture and coastline. Here’s a list of fishing villages worth visiting this summer. Paternoster, West Coast…

Mali has distinguished itself as the only one to retaliate, while the governments of the rest of the seven African countries, whose nationals face USD 5,000-15,000 visa bond requirement, seek to placate Trump. The government of Mali has hit back at the US by imposing a reciprocal bond on visa issuance, requiring US nationals to deposit up to USD 10,000 for business and tourist visas to the Sahelian country. Earlier on October 10, the US embassy in Mali announced, “Effective October 23, 2025, nationals of Mali who are otherwise found eligible for a B-1/B-2 business or tourist visa will be…

From Morocco’s Atlantic shores to Mozambique’s island enclaves, Africa’s coastline is a living canvas painted with surf, sun, and the spirit of creation. Vlad Pavlov / Unsplash Across the continent, beach towns have become magnets for artists, makers, and dreamers. These coastal havens are where salt air meets studio air, where galleries stand beside fishing boats, and where art is as much a way of life as the ocean itself. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, a workshop by the waves, or simply a beautiful place to linger, here are some of the most artistic beach towns across Africa. Essaouira, Morocco  Windswept,…