Author: Chukwu Godlove
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…
It’s official: Saudi Arabia will host the FIFA World Cup in 2034, with the ambitious NEOM region named as one of five host cities. Screenshot from NEOM Facebook video Among its bold offerings is a futuristic stadium set to rise 350 metres above ground, seamlessly integrated into the structure of THE LINE – NEOM’s much-hyped linear smart city. Designed with cutting-edge technology and ultra-modern architecture, the venue promises to redefine the fan experience, blending immersive viewing with next-level participation. It’s already being touted as one of the most innovative sports arenas the world has ever seen. Follow us on social…
Rwandans will next month celebrate yet another tourism milestone; the Kwita Izina ceremony where some 40 baby gorillas will be named, according to Rwanda Development Board. Kwita Izina has grown from a heartfelt cultural gesture into one of the world’s most successful conservation stories. Inspired by an ancient Rwandan tradition of publicly naming a newborn child, Kwita Izina was launched in 2005 to honour baby mountain gorillas born in Volcanoes National Park. Since then, over 400 young primates have been named, mostly by individuals of global reputation including politicians, sports personalities, movie actors, musicians and conservation champions to name a…