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Mandarin Oriental Africa’s top hotel in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards
LuxuryTourism

Mandarin Oriental Marrakech launches 2026 wellness and heritage escape

Mandarin Oriental Marrakech is stepping up its push into North Africa’s luxury travel market with three new experience packages set to debut in 2026, targeting travelers drawn to wellness, culture and food.  The move comes as Marrakech regains its footing as a global leisure hub, helped by stronger air links, rising visitor numbers and renewed interest from high-spending travelers looking…

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Rwanda has spent the past decade building its profile as a conference hub
BusinessTourism

Africa reclaims ICCA congress in 2027 after two decades

Africa will return to the center of the global meetings industry in 2027 when Kigali, Rwanda, hosts the 66th ICCA Congress, the continent’s first appearance at the flagship event in more than two decades.  The announcement by the International Congress and Convention Association signals renewed confidence among investors and industry players in Africa’s place in the global meetings, incentives, conferences…

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The resort has 30 private pool villas, ranging from one to four bedrooms
LuxuryTourism

Inside Six Senses Zil Pasyon, Seychelles’ most exclusive Island escape

Six Senses Zil Pasyon sits on Félicité Island, a granite outcrop ringed by turquoise water and reached by a 20-minute helicopter flight from Mahé. In Creole, “Zil Pasyon” means island of passion, a name that reflects the resort’s focus on privacy, design and service rather than spectacle.  The arrival is quiet and deliberate. Guests step into open-air spaces framed by…

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Zaina Lodge, a high-end safari retreat that blends modern comfort with local design.
LuxuryTourism

Zaina lodge redefines luxury safari travel in West Africa

At a Glance Mole National Park, Ghana’s oldest wildlife reserve, has long been a quiet draw for travelers seeking wide savanna views and close encounters with nature. Established in the 1950s, the park now spans about 4,577 square kilometers of Guinea savanna woodland in the country’s north.  At the heart of this landscape sits Zaina Lodge, a high-end safari retreat…

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The Ekipa, a new private retreat near Etosha National Park
LuxuryTourism

Inside Gondwana’s Ekipa: Where heritage meets high-end travel 

At a Glance Gondwana Collection Namibia has opened The Ekipa, a new private retreat near Etosha National Park, adding another high-end option to its growing Secret Collection.  Set in mopane woodland about 10 kilometers south of Etosha’s Andersson Gate, the lodge is built for two guests, targeting couples and travelers seeking privacy close to one of southern Africa’s busiest wildlife…

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Guests receive a $150 resort credit per stay, plus daily dining and specialty restaurant perks.
LuxuryTourism

Sheraton Maldives unveils endless summer luxury escape deal

At a Glance Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is rolling out a new “Endless Summer” offer aimed at travelers looking to stretch their island stay with added perks and flexible dining options.  Set on a private island surrounded by turquoise lagoons and white-sand beaches, the resort is positioning the package as a way to slow the pace of…

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The seasonal closure supports conservation work and protects fragile road networks and wildlife habitats.
BusinessTourism

Gonarezhou shutdown signals shift in Southern Africa safari plans

At a Glance Zimbabwe’s Gonarezhou National Park will close to visitors from Jan. 10 through the end of February 2026, a seasonal move that reflects how safari operators and park managers are adjusting travel calendars to weather patterns and conservation needs.  The annual pause comes during the height of the rainy season, when heavy downpours make travel difficult and increase…

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Kenya becomes first African country to feature in the TOP25 Restaurants guide.
BusinessTourism

Kenya Enters Global Food Map With Pan-African Dining Guide

At a Glance Kenya has taken a major step onto the global food stage with the launch of TOP25 Restaurants Kenya, the first African edition of the international dining guide. The move puts Nairobi and other key cities under the spotlight at a time when global travelers are paying closer attention to food-led destinations.  For local chefs and restaurateurs, the…

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Kenya confirms March 12–15 dates and route changes for the 2026 WRC Safari Rally.
SportsTourism

Kenya unveils official itinerary for WRC Safari rally 2026

At a Glance Kenya has released the official itinerary for the WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2026, setting the stage for another demanding stop on the FIA World Rally Championship calendar. The event will run from March 12 to March 15, returning crews to the Great Rift Valley and surrounding savannahs that have become synonymous with the modern Safari Rally.The confirmation…

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Coffee earned Uganda about $2.4 billion in the 12 months to November
BusinessHot News

Bumper harvest lifts Uganda Coffee shipments by over 60 percent

At a Glance Uganda’s coffee exports climbed sharply in November, rising more than 60% from a year earlier as a strong harvest in key growing regions pushed more beans to market, according to a government report.  The increase underscores coffee’s central role in Uganda’s export economy at a time when global prices remain elevated and demand from Europe and Asia…

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Dunia Cyber City will operate as a “Digital Free Zone” under Zanzibari law
BusinessTechnology

The $1 billion project reshaping Zanzibar’s tech ambitions

At a Glance Zanzibar is making a calculated push to become East Africa’s next technology center, unveiling a $1 billion digital city designed to attract global tech firms, remote professionals and foreign capital. The project signals how smaller economies are competing for high-value digital work as geography plays a diminishing role in where companies operate.  Officials say the initiative is…

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PayPal commits $100 million to expand digital services and support entrepreneurs in Africa and the Middle East.
BusinessTechnology

PayPal invests $100 million to grow digital reach in Middle East  and Africa

At a Glance PayPal Holdings is expanding its footprint across the Middle East and Africa with a $100 million investment aimed at driving digital innovation, supporting entrepreneurs, and widening access to online commerce.  The move highlights the company’s growing focus on regions experiencing rapid growth in digital payments and e-commerce. The investment will be deployed through a mix of minority…

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