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MONROVIA — The leadership of the 105th Graduating Class of the Graduate School and Professional Studies at the University of Liberia is intensifying advocacy for fee relief, institutional transparency, and greater respect for graduate-level representation, while commending university authorities for engaging long-standing concerns. Keep up with the latest headlines on WhatsApp | Facebook Prince N. Johnson, president of the graduating class, praised UL President Dr. Layli Maparyan for what he described as her willingness to address structural challenges within the institution, including the practice of allowing undergraduate students to make decisions affecting the entire university without adequate consultation with graduate…

Rhinos once roamed widely across grasslands, savannas and semi-arid regions, writes Miriam Kimvangu. Today their survival depends on a network of protected landscapes, committed conservationists and travellers who choose to visit places where tourism revenue directly supports wildlife protection. Community conservation at Khama Rhino Sanctuary Diego Delso/Wikimedia Commons In northern Botswana, the landscape surrounding the Khama Rhino Sanctuary reflects the impact of long term conservation planning. The sanctuary was established in the early 1990s through collaboration between local communities and conservation organisations. The goal was clear. Rhinos would be reintroduced to an area where they had previously disappeared. Today the…

Berlin — Angola confirmed on Tuesday in Germany its status as the third African country to host the Berlin International Tourism Fair (ITB) 2026, with the ribbon-cutting ceremony that marked the beginning of the world’s largest tourism showcase. The opening ceremony was presided over by the Minister of State for Economic Coordination, José de Lima Massano, in the presence of the Minister of Tourism, Marcio Daniel, members of the German government and Messe Berlin, the organizing entity of ITB. The historic moment for Angola took place in an atmosphere of great excitement and competition from the international press and global…

Extra trains rolled out for Cape Town Cycle Tour to beat traffic chaos If you’ve lived in Cape Town long enough, you know one thing about Cycle Tour Sunday, the roads belong to the cyclists. Sourced: X{@CapeTownEtc} According to IOL , this weekend, as thousands of riders gear up for the iconic Cape Town Cycle Tour on Sunday, 8 March, traffic congestion and road closures are once again expected to test the patience of motorists. But this year, there’s a clear alternative: leave the car at home and catch the train. PRASA Western Cape has announced additional train services to help…

Italy, Germany and France remain the strongest Schengen visa options for Zimbabwean passport holders in 2026. All three offer high application volumes, comparatively forgiving rejection rates, and submission routes that, while imperfect, are at least navigable. For Zimbabweans specifically, logistics matter. Italy accepts applications through VFS Global in Harare, while Germany and France require travel to Pretoria or Johannesburg. There are no fully operational German or French visa centers inside Zimbabwe. That accessibility gap shapes strategy just as much as statistics. Another key principle often overlooked: the “main destination rule.” Your application must go to the embassy of whichever country…

For many South African travellers, the Middle East is not just a destination but also a major global transit hub. Cities like Dubai and Doha serve as key stopovers for flights between South Africa and Europe, Asia, and North America. Image 1: Schengen Visa Itinerary According to The South African, with the ongoing conflict in parts of the Middle East disrupting flights and forcing airport closures in key hubs, travellers are suddenly asking a question many people rarely think about until something goes wrong: what exactly does travel insurance cover when war breaks out? South Africa’s major insurers have been…

An unspecified number of Namibians are stranded at Dubai International Airport following the closure of the airspace as escalating conflict between Iran, the United States (US), and Israel raises safety and economic concerns. A well placed senior official in the government confirmed to The Namibian yesterday that there are 80 people who are known to be working in Dubai. This number does not include those stranded in transit. ‘IT’S A HORRIBLE FEELING’ Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines A stranded Namibian at the Dubai airport, who spoke to The Namibian on condition of anonymity, says she…

For passengers at Cape Town International Airport, the journey to the Middle East has turned into a waiting game. Families with beach holidays in Dubai, business travellers en route to Doha or Abu Dhabi, and students connecting to Europe or Asia are all facing cancellations, rerouted flights, and hours of uncertainty. Source: X{@SABCNews} According to The disruption began after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, followed by Iran’s retaliation across the Gulf. Countries including the UAE, Qatar, Iraq, Jordan, and Bahrain swiftly closed or restricted their airspace for safety, leaving bustling airports like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha eerily quiet.…

Former Tourism minister Walter Mzembi on Tuesday mounted a defence before High Court judge Benjamin Chikowero, insisting the television sets he is accused of illegally donating to major churches were part of a Cabinet-approved strategy to boost revenue through religious and sports tourism. Mzembi, who remains in custody, began testifying after his application for discharge at the close of the State’s case was dismissed. He was led in evidence by his lawyers, Killian Mandiki and Emmanuel Samundombe. Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines He told the court the screens were neither personal gifts nor clandestine handouts,…

South African Tourism is monitoring developments of the global flight disruptions linked to the evolving situation in the Middle East and associated airspace closures, which are impacting international travel schedules. “South African Tourism is aware of confirmed global flight disruptions and cancellations linked to the evolving situation in the Middle East and associated airspace closures, which are impacting international travel schedules. We are closely monitoring developments in collaboration with aviation authorities, airports, airlines, and tourism partners to remain informed of any implications for travellers to and from South Africa,” South African Tourism said in a statement on Sunday. South African…