From the bustling streets of Umlazi, a township in KwaZulu Natal South Africa, to the big city lights of Nairobi, beaming with the Spirit of African Unity as The Magical Kenya Travel Expo was underway, a girl could have only dreamed of such a wholesome experience. This was my very first time abroad so the…
New Year, New Adventures. From volcanic peaks to rushing rivers, here are 12 heart-pounding experiences to add to your wishlist. Your 2026 adrenaline rush starts here. 1. RIDE THE RAPIDS OF THE ZAMBEZI Feel the raw power of one of the world’s wildest rivers. Just below the magnificent Victoria Falls, the Zambezi River serves up…
Jambojet, East Africa’s leading regional airline, has clinched two major industry accolades, as it further cemented its position as a trailblazer in African Aviation. The regional powerhouse won the Airline of The Year for the Best Improved Financial Results by the African Airlines Association (AFRAA). In addition, the airline bagged the Best Domestic Airline at Kenya Travel Business Awards…
As I embarked on my journey from Nairobi to Amboseli, the urban landscape gave way to the serene beauty of the savannah, setting the tone for an adventure of a lifetime. Upon arriving at Kibo Safari Camp, I was warmly greeted by the staff with refreshing juice, a gesture that immediately made me feel at…
CAPE TOWN, South Africa – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) on Thursday October 23, 2025 announced the debut of its lifestyle brand Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Sub-Saharan Africa, following the signing of agreements for three properties – The Sterling Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in South Africa; Ava Hotel Nairobi, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Kenya; and Zaria Court Kigali, Tapestry Collection…
Alain St. Ange has once again advocated for the betterment of aviation and tourism. The former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of Seychelles who is in Mombasa, Kenya as an invited delegate for Routes Africa 2019, took to the stage yesterday along side Tony Griffith, the Senior Vice President Consulting at ASM,…
Former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports & Marine of Seychelles, Alain St. Ange made a stopover in Nairobi en-route Mombasa for Routes Africa 2019 which is scheduled to take place from the 8 to 10 December, 2019. The much respected and sought after speaker for tourism and aviation forums and conferences was in Nairobi…
Marriott International, a leading hotel group has revealed that it is expecting to add 40 properties with more than 8,000 rooms in Africa by the end of 2023. This was disclosed at the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) 2019 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Marriott announced signed agreements to open its first property in Cape Verde…
A Master Development Agreement (MDA) has been signed between InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Aleph Hospitality to develop ten franchise hotels across IHG’s portfolio of brands in mid-scale and upscale segments in Africa. Signed at the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) 2019 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the agreement will see IHG expand its presence across…
Aleph Hospitality a Dubai-based hotel management company has signed a management agreement to operate two boutique resorts — the Moja Tuu and Hakuna Majiwe — in Zanzibar. Scheduled to take effect in October, the contracts mark Aleph Hospitality’s continued expansion on the African continent, with its portfolio now stretching across five countries. Bani Haddad, founder…
