Personality interviews with industry players
Alain St. Ange needs no introduction. A widely travelled and highly respected legend of the tourism industry, he was in Lagos, Nigeria, in January 2024 on a working visit, and to attend a surprise birthday party for Amb. Ikechi Uko, organiser of the AKWAABA African Travel Market. I caught up with him for breakfast, received…
In this concluding part of the interview, Agatha Iyok talks about her beloved Limbe and what’s ahead for Cameroun and the Central Africa region… Limbe: The Jewel of Cameroon’s Coast AGATHA: To me, Limbe is one of the most beautiful cities in Cameroon—a true touristic gem that offers something for everyone. It is a place…
It is no secret that the central region of Africa is far behind the other regions with regards to tourism. However, while others see obstacles, some see opportunities. Meet Agatha Iyok, the amiable CEO of Flora Travel and Tours based in Limbe and organizer of the Cameroon International Tourism Fair. Discipline, dedicated and determined, Agatha…
Who is Cathryn? Tell us a bit about yourself. I’m Cathryn Karanja, founder of Gatura Greens. I grew up between Nairobi and Kisumu, and I think that has shaped a lot of who I am. I’ve always loved nature, hosting people, and creating experiences. I studied Economics and Gender Studies, then worked in Fast Moving…
Editor’s Note: My first contact with Abdulrahman Conteh was a phone call from Kaolack, Senegal, as I struggled to navigate toward Janjangbureh back in 2015. He was the only operator who answered. From negotiating with immigration officers at the Farafenni border to ensuring I reached the Senegambia Strip safely, Conteh was my guardian through The Gambia. Before I…
Grace Ntahinta Mboumba is a distinguished tourism executive, entrepreneur, and destination development strategist dedicated to advancing Gabon‘s tourism industry and promoting sustainable economic growth through travel, investment, and international collaboration. With more than 15 years of professional experience and a Master’s degree in Tourism & Hospitality Management, she has established herself as one of Gabon’s…
Nigeria’s hospitality landscape is undergoing a rapid evolution, with Radisson Hotel Group positioned at the vanguard of this transformation. In an exclusive conversation, Tim Cordon, COO for Middle East, Africa & SEAP, breaks down how the Group is harmonizing global excellence with local soul, driving innovation, and anchoring a long-term vision in one of Africa’s…
Intro by Anniey (Ann) Mwangi Born on 15 January 1978, Dr. Carmen Nibigira was a visionary leader and luminary in the firmament of African tourism. During her tenure as Coordinator of the East Africa Tourism Platform from 2015 to 2017, she was instrumental in positioning East Africa as a unified destination and fostering regional collaboration….
She is one of Uganda’s leading young techpreneur. Meet Patricia Mafigiri, an exemplary lady who is the CEO of Travell Kichwa, a premier online travel advisory platform which she launched in 2023. Ms. Mafigiri shared some thoughts with us a while back, and the interview was published in the maiden edition of Travels & Thrills…
CEPHAS: Prof., you have been in Zimbabwe so many times. You know our place, you know our products. You know what Zimbabwe has to offer. Now we have been here on a fam trip. I have seen what Uganda has to offer. What can you say about these two destinations, in terms of selling their…
