Author: Chukwu Godlove
ASELLA – Driven by its unique blend of natural beauty, cultural legacy, and community spirit, Asella stands poised to emerge as a premier tourism and investment destination, according to Mayor Sime Tsegaye. In an exclusive interview with The Ethiopian Herald, Mayor Sime Tsegaye revealed the remarkable developments taking place in Asella, a town rich in untapped tourism potential. Learning from the Addis Ababa Corridor Development Initiative, Asella is undergoing a significant transformation, with a focus on infrastructure and community engagement. The Mayor shared that the town has successfully constructed 23 kilometers of the planned 25-kilometer corridordevelopment, thanks to the collective…
In South Africa, winter isn’t a season to escape—it’s one to embrace. It’s when golden grasslands stretch under crisp blue skies, fireplaces crackle in Cape cellars, and the wild whispers louder through the bush. Forget beach umbrellas and blazing sun. A winter escape that weaves together wildlife, wine, and heritage offers a different kind of magic—one that’s steeped in story, stillness, and soul. 1. Safari with a heritage twist Pilanesburg National Park/Zoe Reeve/Unsplash Wildlife watching in winter is a treat: game is easier to spot in the sparse bush, and the cooler temperatures make game drives more comfortable. But beyond…
South African travel-focused fintech TurnStay has raised $2 million in seed funding to expand across African markets The round was led by First Circle Capital and joined by TLcom Capital, Enza Capital, Incisive Ventures, CVVC, and Equitable Ventures The startup operates a merchant-of-record structure combined with payment orchestration, allowing card payments to be processed in the traveler’s country South African travel-focused fintech TurnStay has raised $2 million in seed funding to expand across African markets and strengthen its payments infrastructure for tourism operators. The round was led by First Circle Capital and joined by TLcom Capital, Enza Capital, Incisive Ventures,…
In the Karoo, time forgets quickly — but the land remembers. There’s a weight to the air in these sun-seared towns, a kind of soft defiance. Dig a little, and you’ll find that the Karoo doesn’t just echo with the cries of hadedas and the creak of windpumps — it hums with the legacies of forgotten greats. Writers, dreamers, rebels, scientists — many born here, some who came seeking solitude, others who left only to be remembered in dusty archives and fading town-hall portraits. This is your invitation to drive into the memory of the Karoo, town by town, and…
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, together with Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and Uganda Airlines have announced a contribution of shs800 million shillings towards the fourth edition of the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon. This announcement was made during the official flag off at Fairway hotel with marathon slated for August,23, in Kasese district. This year’s race will feature 42km, 21km, and 5km categories and will appeal to elite runners as well as fitness enthusiasts. The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Doreen Katusiime commended the collaborative effort behind the marathon and reaffirmed…
From chimpanzee trekking in the Mahale Mountains to sunset cocktails on Zanzibar’s coast, Tanzania is fast proving it’s far more than “just another safari.” Image: Supplied Hot on the heels of 50 nominations at the 2025 World Travel Awards — the most of any African destination — and with Dar es Salaam playing host to this year’s travel industry gala, this East African hotspot is capturing global attention. But what’s especially exciting for South Africans is just how easy it is to get there — and how wallet-friendly the adventure has become. “It’s about being part of something dynamic: a…
Addis Abeba — The Amhara region, once the focal point of Ethiopia’s tourism landscape, is now eerily silent. With its rich historical, cultural, and natural heritage, Amhara was previously the centerpiece of Ethiopia’s tourism identity. The region is home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Lalibela, Gondar, the Simien Mountains National Park, and Bahir Dar, with its Blue Nile Falls. Research consistently indicated that nearly every visitor to Ethiopia included destinations like Lalibela in their itinerary, highlighting its central role in the nation’s global heritage narrative. Tourism once sustained countless livelihoods across Amhara, supporting hotel owners, tour operators, guides,…
In South Africa, the road less travelled is often the one with the deepest roots. The Karoo’s wide horizons are more than just cinematic backdrops – they’re time capsules. Beneath the surface lies one of the richest fossil beds on Earth, bearing witness to the creatures that roamed here over 250 million years ago. Fossils, Farmers, and Forgotten Time Valley of Desolation/Wolfgang Hasselmann/Unsplash Start your journey in Graaff-Reinet or Prince Albert, two Karoo towns where heritage is preserved in museums, sandstone churches, and old farmsteads. Visit the Valley of Desolation, then venture out to the Karoo Fossil Centre or Ganora…
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Some people send postcards. Jill Leis sent full-blown dispatches – charming, candid, and completely captivated by everything from Kigali’s motorbike symphonies to lion feasts and lightning storms in the Mara. Her East African journey, expertly arranged by our Travel Expert, Justine Ryan, spanned three countries over the course of three remarkable weeks – each offering a distinctly different experience. And Jill documented it all in real time. The result? A first-hand account of what it really feels like to fall in love with Africa – stinging nettles, sunrise wake-ups, surprise bush birthdays, and all!Sundown in Africa called for dancing, barefoot…