Author: Chukwu Godlove

Every time President Joseph Nyumah Boakai’s aircraft departs from Robert International Airport, it leaves Liberians grappling with the implications of his extensive travels. Between February 2024 and September 2025, Boakai has journeyed to no fewer than fifteen (15) countries, with some destinations being visited multiple times. This pattern has ignited a vigorous debate in Liberia regarding whether the president’s international engagements are steering the nation toward meaningful progress or simply detaching him from its pressing issues. President Boakai’s travel roster includes numerous stops in the United States–where he has traveled more than four times–as well as visits to China, Indonesia,…

Africa’s great migrations and seasonal movements rely on freedom of passage. Elephants crossing rivers, predators following prey, antelope moving to greener pastures — all depend on intact corridors that connect national parks and reserves. Yet fences, farms, and roads increasingly fragment these pathways. Without them, wildlife populations risk isolation, inbreeding, and heightened conflict with people. Tourism is emerging as a surprising ally. Beyond game drives and beach escapes, the revenues, jobs, and partnerships generated by visitors often determine whether a corridor survives. When communities benefit, they become stewards of the routes that wildlife have used for centuries. The KAZA TFCA:…

Even in a place as loved and well-travelled, there are places which continue to defy our digital maps. Ali Kazal/Unsplash These places are unlabelled, mis-pinned or simply lost in the folds of forgotten map books. But if you’re roaming around and have a conversation with true locals, they will point you to the places where South Africa remembers itself. Blinkwater, Baviaanskloof You won’t find Blinkwater on a map, but locals in Studtis will nod if you ask about it. Tucked deep within the western Baviaanskloof, Blinkwater is a place where the rocks sweat secrets and leopards leave paw prints in…

Tanzanian government has pledged to review its visa system to ease travel for Nigerians flying from Lagos to Tanzania on the country’s national carrier, Air Tanzania. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transport, Professor Godius Kahyararara, disclosed this in Lagos as Air Tanzania launched direct flights between Dar es Salaam and Lagos. Kahyararara said the decision to start direct flights to Lagos was made to ensure the connectivity of the African continent. Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines Addressing newsmen at the event, he said: “What I can promise is that within a week, there will be major…

A white rhino being moved to a new reserve in the Northern Cape made World Rhino Day unforgettable by unexpectedly charging a bakkie. Screenshot from Yusuf (@Abramjee) X post According to IOL, As the rhino stepped out of the trailer, what seemed like a calm moment quickly turned chaotic. Instead of walking away peacefully, the animal reversed down the ramp, suddenly turned around, and began ramming the trailer with its horn. It then turned its attention to a nearby bakkie, repeatedly slamming into it with such force that the vehicle looked as if it might tip over. Fortunately, no one…

The Deputy Director-General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), Olive B. Lumonya, has reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to strengthening aviation infrastructure as a key driver of tourism and trade. Speaking at the 6th Bi-Annual Private Sector CEO Retreat on Friday, she presented a comprehensive update on the sector’s progress and emphasized aviation’s central role in unlocking Uganda’s economic potential. Lumonya revealed that Entebbe International Airport recorded its highest-ever passenger traffic in August 2025, registering 116,507 arrivals and 126,582 departures. The total of 243,089 international passengers reflects an average of 7,841 travelers per day, surpassing the previous record set in…

Coffee is deeply rooted in African soil, both literally and culturally. Arthur A / Unsplash As the birthplace of coffee, Africa’s café culture is as diverse as its landscapes, ranging from traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremonies to modern specialty coffee shops in bustling cities. Across the continent, cafés are not just places to grab a caffeine fix but are also spaces of community, creativity, and cultural exchange. Ethiopia – The Origin of Coffee Any exploration of café culture in Africa must begin in Ethiopia, the legendary birthplace of Arabica coffee. Here, coffee is more than a drink, it is a ritual.…

In 1960, Somaliland was recognised by over 35 countries, including the US, UK, and all five permanent members of the UN Security Council. Just five days after independence, it joined Somalia in pursuit of Somali unity — a vision that later collapsed under dictatorship, civil war, and marginalisation. In 1991, Somaliland restored its sovereignty, choosing peace and democracy while Somalia fell into chaos. For much of this period, however, the international community chose not to engage directly with Somaliland, deferring instead to Mogadishu. This policy of silence left Somaliland isolated, despite its democratic credentials and its geostrategic position on the…

The story of the rhino in Africa is a complex one, marked by both great success and profound struggle. For decades, South Africa has been the proud custodian of over 80% of the continent’s white rhino population. This legacy of dedicated conservation saw the species rebound from near extinction in the early 20th century, with numbers soaring to over 20,000 by 2010. However, devastating poaching driven by organised crime has since turned the narrative to one of loss. By 2024, the nationwide population had fallen to 14,389, with only 2,000 rhinos left in Kruger National Park, once their stronghold. This…

Clarke’s is not just an aesthetically pleasing bookshop to walk by on your walk through Long Street. It is history. Clarke’s Bookshop/Miriam Kimvangu Clarke’s Bookshop has stood since 1956 as a beacon for readers in search of African stories. Founded in the years before South Africa’s literary landscape truly took shape, Clarke’s quickly established itself as one of the few places where local voices could find a home on the shelves. From the very beginning, its mission has been clear. To collect, preserve and celebrate African stories in all their forms. If you step inside today, you’ll see it immediately.…