There is a specific kind of magic that happens when high-concept design meets the raw, rhythmic beauty of the Kenyan coast. For years, the Tribe Collection has defined the “Afro-Chic” aesthetic in Nairobi’s urban jungle. Now, they’re taking that signature creative spirit to the salt-licked shores of Kilifi. Say hello to Tribe Beach House. From…
South African Airways (SAA) is taking bold steps to strengthen regional tourism and trade, spotlighting Botswana as a rising hub in Southern Africa. This week, the airline hosted a dynamic B2B Speed Networking Session at the Phakalane Golf Estate Hotel & Convention Centre in Gaborone, bringing together travel agents, tourism operators, and key stakeholders from…
Award-winning wellness pioneer Healing Earth has officially opened the Ocean Sanctuary Spa at Diamonds Bijoux Zanzibar, marking a luxurious new chapter for holistic travel in East Africa. Guided by the evocative philosophy “Let the ocean heal you. Let Africa nurture you,” this isn’t just a spa; it’s a conscious retreat where the rhythm of the Indian Ocean meets the potent wisdom of…
South Africa’s tourism sector is celebrating a landmark moment as Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille yesterday 29 January 2026 in Steyn City, Gauteng officially welcomed LIV Golf to South African soil, underscoring the country’s rising profile as a premier global events destination. The announcement comes on the back of record-breaking tourism figures: between January and…
The International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR) has always been a cornerstone for global travel exchange, but for Sierra Leone, the 2026 edition represented a pivotal moment of diplomatic engagement. Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis, utilized the summit to strengthen international ties and champion a vision of tourism rooted in cultural identity…
In a move set to bolster Madagascar’s visibility as a premier travel destination, Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) has signed a year-long digital campaign partnership with the national carrier, Madagascar Airlines. The announcement, shared by Cluster Director of Marketing, Communications & Sales (Radisson Hotels Madagascar), Manitra Andriamanantsoa on her LinkedIn page, marks a strategic alliance between the…
Botswana’s Vice President, Ndaba Gaolathe, has officially launched Tourism Pitso 2026, a national dialogue on the future of tourism, held in Francistown from January 22–23. The gathering comes at a pivotal moment for Botswana, as global travel trends shift and the country advances its broader economic transformation agenda. Tourism as a Catalyst for Transformation In…
Lusaka, Zambia — The Ministry of Tourism has issued a formal statement following a serious human-wildlife conflict incident in Lundazi District, Eastern Province. On the evening of January 19, 2026, a four-year-old child, Patrick Mugala, was attacked by a spotted hyena in Gwilani Village. Incident Details The village is situated approximately one kilometer from the…
Culture is a collective, learned inheritance that gives people identity. It includes shared memories, beliefs, traditions, and social norms. Culture lives in language, music, rituals, and stories; it explains why certain greetings feel natural, why some celebrations matter deeply, and why particular values feel non‑negotiable. Lifestyle is culture in motion — the personal expression of…
Kara Region, Togo — Togo’s ambitious plan to revolutionize rural connectivity reached a major milestone this week. On Monday, January 26, 2026, President Faure Gnassingbé conducted a high-profile site visit to the Kéran River bridge project, signaling that the structural phase of this critical link is now in full swing. Part of a massive 65 billion CFA franc national initiative…
