Author: Chukwu Godlove
The Uganda High Commission in Pretoria has officially launched the Southern Africa Tourism Roadshow in Johannesburg, kicking off a week-long series of engagements aimed at strengthening tourism cooperation, trade partnerships, and regional market linkages. The Roadshow brings together national tourism bodies, travel trade professionals, media, and private sector stakeholders for business-to-business workshops, product showcases, cultural exchanges, and networking sessions across six cities: Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town, Gaborone, Windhoek, and Harare. The initiative is designed to promote Uganda as a premier travel destination while fostering cross-regional tourism collaboration. At the launch, Uganda’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Ambassador Paul Amoru, welcomed…
South Africa is famous for its scenic coastlines, but some beaches are more than just sand and surf. From playful baboons to waddling penguins, frolicking dolphins, and elusive ghost crabs, these four beaches offer wildlife experiences that turn a regular beach day into a remarkable encounter with nature. Miller’s Point is where baboons rule Baboon at the Cape of Good Hope/Reem Al-Kashif/Wikimedia Commons Located on the False Bay coast south of Cape Town, Miller’s Point is part of Table Mountain National Park. The beach features a tidal pool and rocky coves perfect for a family day out. But the real…
Washington, December 3, 2025 — The United States government has temporarily suspended all visa applications from 19 countries, according to a statement released Wednesday. The move comes a week after an attack in Washington that killed two National Guard soldiers. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) had already halted all asylum procedures last Friday. Agency director Joseph Edlow cited the need for more stringent vetting of foreign nationals as the reason for the suspension. Several of the countries affected were previously included in travel restrictions implemented under former President Donald Trump. The list of affected nations includes Venezuela, Cuba,…
Africa’s landscapes are dramatic and diverse, but some of the continent’s most memorable travel moments happen on the water rather than beside it. Evans Dims / Unsplash From floating restaurants and cocktail decks to riverine spas and houseboats that drift into the horizon, Africa offers a surprising variety of buoyant experiences designed for slow travel, panoramic views and a touch of novelty. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner suspended above the tides or a multi-day cruise through wildlife-rich waterways, these floating experiences show off the continent from a new angle, one that gently rocks, gleams with reflection, and feels…
The United Kingdom has removed its warning against all but essential travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, the area immediately south-west of Kasese town, and Semuliki National Park, a move welcomed by Uganda’s tourism sector after more than two years of restrictions. In its latest update issued on Tuesday, December 2, the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said it “no longer advise against all but essential travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, the area immediately south-west of Kasese town, or to Semuliki National Park”. Industry leaders have welcomed the decision as a turning point for Uganda’s tourism sector…
Zanzibar — The Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) has expanded its efforts to promote tourism and investment by signing a cooperation agreement with the Zanzibar Association of Tourism Investors (ZATI). This initiative aims to increase tourism products, attract investors, and position Tanzania as an international tourism hub. The agreement was signed yesterday during a ceremony led by the Permanent Secretary of the Zanzibar Ministry of Tourism, Dr Aboud Jumbe, who commended TANAPA for establishing the TANAPA Liaison Office in Zanzibar, which paved the way for this partnership. Dr Jumbe emphasised that the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar will continue to collaborate…
Nigeria Grants Asylum to Guinea-Bissau Presidential Candidate Nigeria granted asylum to Guinea-Bissau presidential candidate Fernando Dias da Costa just days after a military coup halted the release of election results. Dias, the main challenger to President Umaro Sissoco Embaló in the 23 November poll, had taken refuge in the Nigerian embassy after receiving threats and said he narrowly escaped arrest when armed men raided his campaign headquarters during the coup. Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar confirmed that President Bola Tinubu authorised the protection, describing it as a commitment to safeguarding Guinea-Bissau’s democratic will. The coup, carried out three days after…
Cape Town’s summer heat and unpredictable winds can catch you off guard, but the city is filled with beautifully designed indoor escapes that offer shade, air-conditioning and a sense of calm. From museums carved into concrete to breezy markets and darkened domes, these cool interiors promise relief without sacrificing the experience. 1. The atrium at Zeitz MOCAA Michael Rowe / Wikimedia Commons Location: V&A WaterfrontA masterpiece of architecture and one of the coolest interiors in the country, the soaring atrium at Zeitz MOCAA feels like an instant exhale. The thick silo walls and soft lighting create a natural chill, while…
While tourists take excursions to see them on the lake, these semi-aquatic mammals wander into town every night St Lucia is a beachside town about a 2.5-hour’ drive from KwaZulu-Natal’s King Shaka International Airport. It is popular with holidaymakers, and popular activities include fishing, birdwatching, game drives, and swimming off the immaculate beaches in Cape Vidal Nature Reserve. One of the main attractions in the town is the hippos. Lake St Lucia, South Africa’s largest estuarine lake, is home to about a thousand hippopotamuses (hippos). The large semi-aquatic mammals spend most days submerged in the shallows of the estuary. Mackenzie…
South Africa’s cities hold pockets of tropical warmth that feel wonderfully removed from daily life. Emmarentia/Thomas Bennie/Unsplash These places combine water, palms, lush planting and soft sunlight to create micro escapes that resemble coastal destinations. This guide explores some of the most enjoyable urban spots where island energy quietly thrives and where visitors can experience a relaxed holiday mood without leaving the city. 🌴 Cape Town’s Atlantic edge and palm-filled promenade Cape Town’s Atlantic shoreline creates one of the most convincing island style atmospheres found in any South African city. The Sea Point Promenade features clusters of tall palms, rolling…