Oluwatosin Alao

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Africa’s alcohol market is booming as incomes rise and global brewers expand
BusinessEntertainment

Inside Africa’s top 10 biggest alcohol-drinking Countries

At a Glance Across Africa, the drinking culture is evolving as economies expand, cities grow, and disposable incomes rise. Once defined by homemade brews and informal bars, the continent’s alcohol landscape now features a mix of global brands, local distilleries, and traditional beverages that continue to shape social life and commerce.  Over the past decade, Africa has emerged as one…

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Evening skyline of Johannesburg, South Africa, showcasing the city’s financial district and urban landscape.
BusinessLuxury

South Africa unveils $1.5 billion mega city to revive Johannesburg

At a Glance South Africa has broken ground on one of its most ambitious urban renewal projects — the Southern Farms Mega City, a $1.5 billion (R27 billion) development aimed at breathing new life into Johannesburg’s struggling southern districts.  The project, launched in May 2025 at the Bushkoppies Site Camp, represents a major step toward addressing the city’s deep-rooted infrastructure…

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Officials present the Senegal 2050 development plan to the president at the Fii Senegal Investment Forum in Dakar
BusinessTourism

Dakar gains momentum as investors back Senegal’s growth vision

At a Glance Once known more for its calm shores than its commercial potential, Senegal is stepping into a new chapter — one defined by confidence, planning, and global partnerships. Long seen as a model of political stability in West Africa, the country is now positioning itself as a serious investment destination, drawing attention from global investors and development institutions…

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Windhoek introduces a free Hop’n’Go2 shuttle to boost city tourism, promote eco-friendly travel, and make exploring Namibia’s capital easier than ever.
BusinessTourism

Windhoek launches free shuttle to boost city tourism

At a Glance Windhoek is changing how travelers experience Namibia’s capital. In a bid to make urban tourism more accessible and sustainable, Gondwana Collection Namibia has introduced the Hop’n’Go2, a free city shuttle service designed to simplify travel within the city while supporting green mobility.  The initiative, which launched in October 2025, marks a bold step toward reshaping how visitors…

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A railway bridge stretches across the highlands in northern Ethiopia, part of the Awash–Kombolcha line under modernization efforts
BusinessTechnology

Ethiopia partners with Italy to build East Africa’s top rail hub

At a Glance Ethiopia is taking a decisive step to reassert itself as one of Africa’s leading transport and logistics hubs. In a landmark move, the Ethiopian Railways Corporation (ERC) has signed a framework agreement with Italy’s COIPA Italia to modernize the country’s railway network—beginning with the long-delayed revival of the Awash–Kombolcha line.  The deal, signed in Addis Ababa on…

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Cargo ships docked at the Port of Maputo, Mozambique.
BusinessTourism

Mozambique bets big on transport corridors for growth

At a Glance Mozambique is moving to redefine its economic future by investing heavily in transport corridors that connect its vast interior to one of Africa’s longest coastlines. The government views these projects not simply as infrastructure upgrades but as building blocks for long-term growth and industrialization.  For decades, the country has served as a vital gateway for its landlocked…

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Tourists snorkeling among tropical fish in the clear waters of Malindi Marine National Park, Kenya
LuxuryTourism

Explore Malindi marine park, Kenya’s coastal Safari gem

At a Glance Along Kenya’s Indian Ocean shoreline, Malindi Marine National Park has long stood as one of Africa’s most remarkable marine sanctuaries. Established in 1968, it became the country’s first marine park and later earned recognition as a UNESCO biosphere reserve in 1979. Today, it remains a vital example of ocean conservation while offering visitors an unforgettable experience where…

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Revelers raise beer steins during Oktoberfest celebrations.
EntertainmentTourism

Beer and music flow at Accra’s Labadi beach Oktoberfest

At a Glance Accra’s hospitality sector was on full display this past weekend as the Labadi Beach Hotel hosted its annual Oktoberfest celebration, drawing locals, expatriates, diplomats and visitors from around the world for two nights of Bavarian-inspired revelry. Against the backdrop of Ghana’s Atlantic shoreline, the festival blended Munich’s iconic beer tradition with West African hospitality, underscoring the capital’s…

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Essence of Africa 2024, an international tourism buyer forum held in October
BusinessTourism

Malindi welcomes global spotlight with essence of Africa 2025

At a Glance Kenya is set to take the spotlight on the global tourism stage as Malindi prepares to host the second edition of Essence of Africa, a leading buyer-driven travel forum that brings together decision-makers shaping the continent’s tourism industry. The event, scheduled for Oct. 7–9, 2025, at Diamonds Malindi, is expected to attract 150 top international buyers and…

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Angola’s tourism brand launch in Luanda, featuring a keynote speech before a large audience
BusinessTourism

Angola unveils fresh tourism drive with new brand

At a Glance Angola is moving to claim its place on the global travel map with the launch of a new national tourism brand, Visit Angola: The Rhythm of Life. The initiative, unveiled in Luanda, is part of a broader effort to diversify an economy long reliant on oil and to showcase the country’s cultural wealth, natural beauty, and hospitality. …

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MSC cruise ship docked near lush coastal cliffs
BusinessTourism

Cape Town becomes new homeport for global cruises

At a Glance The Cape Town cruise industry is preparing for its busiest season yet in 2025/26, with larger ships, more itineraries, and growing demand from South African travelers. Long regarded as a scenic stopover for repositioning voyages, the city is now positioning itself as a permanent homeport—an upgrade that is already bringing meaningful economic and tourism benefits.  Rising demand…

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Wildfire burns through dry bush in Etosha National Park, Namibia, as crews work to contain the blaze.
BusinessTourism

Etosha national park battles wildfire damage, eyes renewal

At a Glance Etosha National Park, one of Namibia's most important natural areas and a popular stop on Southern Africa's safari circuit, is still dealing with the damage from a wildfire that swept across the area in late September. The blaze, which began on Sept. 22, scorched more than a third of the park’s vast wilderness and has left behind…

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