Author: Chukwu Godlove
The Presidency says President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Mauritius holiday was not secret and followed the rules. Gwede Mantashe acted as president from 21 to 27 December while Ramaphosa was out of the country. The Presidency says President Cyril Ramaphosa’s short holiday to Mauritius was not hidden and did not leave the country without leadership. Questions were raised last week about the president’s trip over the Christmas period. Reports said Ramaphosa travelled to Mauritius with his support team to rest. He later appeared in his New Year’s message to the country. In that message, Ramaphosa thanked South Africans for their sacrifices during…
Dreaming of your next great escape? Tyler Leigh Vivier / Pexels 2026 is shaping up to be an excellent year for South African travellers thanks to a generous slate of visa-free options around the world. According to the latest Passport Index, folks with a South African passport can now jet off to 59 destinations without the hassle of applying for a visa, making spontaneous itineraries and bucket-list adventures easier than ever. Sitting comfortably in the mid-range of global passport rankings, South Africa’s travel reach now spans continents—from sun-soaked islands to vibrant cities and cultural hubs—with fewer entry barriers, lighter paperwork,…
Nairobi — More than 300,000 visitors explored Kenya’s national parks and wildlife reserves during the December 2025 festive season, reflecting the growing popularity of the country’s wildlife destinations among both local and international tourists. According to the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), the strong turnout marked a successful close to the festive season, thanking visitors who chose Kenya Parks for their holiday experiences. “Over 300,000 visitors experienced our parks and reserves during the festive season,” KWS said in a statement. Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines According to the agency, 231,000 of the visitors were Kenyan citizens…
Travellers flying through Johannesburg’s busiest airport can breathe easier — air traffic at O.R. Tambo International Airport has returned to normal after disruptions on Sunday, January 4. Adem Percem / Pexels According to reports by IOL, the Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) confirmed that operations were running to schedule again by Monday morning, with flights taking off and landing as planned across the airport. The weekend delays came at a particularly busy time, as many families were returning home after the festive season. Initial statements from ATNS suggested temporary human resource constraints at the airport’s air traffic control centre…
These dorpies are all about wheat fields, wine walks and rooster‑wake‑up calls. From cyclists’ or hikers’ mountain trails to olive tastings, Western Cape’s quiet towns serve pure slow‑living magic. 1. Koringberg If you’re an avid cyclist, you’ll love this spot. Koringberg, formerly known as Warren’s Camp is a small village located just 15 kilometres from Moorreesburg along the N7 to Piketberg and an hour’s drive from Cape Town. It is an enchanting dorpie surrounded by winter green and summer gold wheatfields. It developed its own identity after seceding from the Dutch Reformed church in neighbouring Moorreesburg and Hopefield. The Koringberg mountain biking trails’ scenic…
Thousands of travellers across Europe have been left stranded after a major communications failure forced Greece to temporarily close its airspace, triggering widespread flight cancellations, diversions and delays. Image of Thessaloniki Airport used for illustrative purposes/Tomisti/Wikimedia Commons The disruption began early on Sunday morning when air traffic controllers lost radio contact with aircraft, prompting authorities to suspend all arrivals and departures as a safety precaution, as reported by the BBC. While some outbound flights have since been allowed to resume, inbound aircraft are still being diverted or instructed to return to their departure airports. Athens International Airport has been among…
The attack occurred in the early hours along the highway linking communities in Kwara South to Ilorin, the state capital. Suspected terrorists on Monday attacked the busy Isanlu-Isin-Omu Aran road in Kwara State, kidnapping at least four travellers in an early-morning ambush, residents and eyewitnesses said. The attack occurred in the early hours along the highway linking communities in Kwara South to Ilorin, the state capital. The road is a major route for commuters and commercial drivers moving between rural communities and the city. Keep up with the latest headlines on WhatsApp | LinkedIn An eyewitness, who spoke to CHANNELS…
In a landmark biodiversity restoration effort, the Saudi National Centre for Wildlife, working alongside the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve Development Authority, has released 35 endangered animals back into protected landscapes across the Kingdom. Arabian Oryx in Saudi Arabia/Arne Backhaus/Unsplash The move forms part of a long-term strategy to rebuild fragile ecosystems, restore historic wildlife ranges and strengthen ecological balance, as previously reported by TV Brics. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the reintroductions include 10 Arabian oryx and five ostriches released into the Al-Disah Reserve in Al-Ain Al-Harrah, as well as 20 houbara bustards returned to the Prince…
– Minister of Culture, Information and Tourism, Khalid Al-Eisir, said that the 70th anniversary of Sudan’s independence is an occasion that calls for reflection on the state’s trajectory since gaining independence, and for recalling the achievements and challenges of those decades, as well as the important political, economic, and social lessons they have yielded. In a press statement marking Independence Day, Al-Eisir referred to the challenges Sudan has faced, noting that the exceptional circumstances the country has experienced in recent years have intensified these challenges and cast a heavy shadow over the lives of citizens and the functioning of state…
It is the month of slow mornings when the holiday crowds thin out. Jeffreys Bay/Sincerely Media/Unsplash Roads feel less rushed and the idea of a last minute getaway is more possible. If you are looking for destinations that lean into that laid-back January mood, consider this alphabetical nudge. J is for January but also for a collection of local places that begin with the same letter and deliver big on summer energy. Jeffreys Bay Few destinations in South Africa showcase summer as confidently as Jeffreys Bay. Known globally for its surf culture, this Eastern Cape town shines with warm water,…