January: The Month of New Beginnings January in Africa arrives with a quiet but profound purpose. While much of the world spends the month recovering from festive excesses, the African tourism industry enters the year with renewed momentum, strategic clarity, and a unique set of seasonal offerings. For the continent’s destinations, the start of the…
Introduction Africa’s indigenous heritage is a testament to the continent’s deep-rooted history and cultural wealth. From the Maasai of East Africa to the San of Southern Africa, indigenous communities have preserved their languages, customs, and knowledge systems for generations. However, globalization, modernization, and environmental challenges threaten these traditions. Tourism, when managed responsibly, can be a…
In June 2025, the heart of Africa pulsed with renewed energy as tourism leaders, policymakers, cultural advocates, and international delegates gathered in Abuja, Nigeria, for the 68th Meeting of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa. This landmark event did not just spotlight tourism—it reignited Africa’s collective conscience on the pressing need to reclaim and…
December in Nigeria is more than a month on the calendar, it is a living, breathing season of cultural rhythm, emotional reunion, and ancestral remembrance. Unlike many parts of the world where December is simply tied to Christmas lights, decorated trees, and winter chills, Nigeria’s December carries an intensity that goes far beyond festivities. It…
