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…
Where the Atlantic Ocean meets one of the world’s last great rainforests—and where Africa’s next tourism and business opportunities converge. There are cities that announce themselves with towering skylines and endless crowds. Then there is Libreville, Gabon’s elegant Atlantic capital, where ocean breezes, tropical forests and contemporary African culture exist in remarkable harmony. Often overlooked…
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…
The journey to Douala was a saga. After an epic four-hour detour from Limbe to witness the thunderous cascade of the Ekom-Nkam Waterfalls, we had to turn around, exhaustion setting in like a heavy cloak. We finally arrived at Krystal Palace Douala around 21:00, a group of 40 weary travelers. Despite the fatigue, the hotel’s entrance exuded…
AFREXIMBANK designates Cameroon the regional tourism entry point, as Nomechi unveils the country’s path forward in travel and hospitality. Limbe, Cameroon — Leonelle Nomechi, Manager, Structured Trade & Commodity Finance at the African Export-Import Bank (AFREXIMBANK), delivered a keynote address at the 5th Cameroon International Tourism Fair (CITF 2026), reaffirming the Bank’s strategic support for…
Mayor Ngale hails CITF 2026 as catalyst for coastal tourism growth, declares city “Cameroon in miniature” Limbe, Cameroon — Dr. Paul Efome Lisombe Ngale, Mayor of Limbe City Council, opened the 5th Cameroon International Tourism Fair (CITF 2026) on Thursday, March 19, with a spirited address that positioned the coastal city as a living showcase…
Inspired by the vision of one woman, Cameroon is leading the charge to reposition the central African region as an important tourism hub, amid record turnout at CITF 2026 The seaside city of Limbe has once again proven its credentials as a continental tourism stage, successfully hosting the 5th edition of the Cameroon International Tourism…
Cameroon is calling! The 5th Cameroon International Tourism Fair is taking place in Limbe from 19 – 21 March 2026 at the Limbe Botanic Gardens! This is Central Africa’s biggest tourism expo. Nestled in the South-West Region of Cameroon, Limbe is a seaside town with a rich history that cannot be overlooked. Formerly known as…
