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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
TourismLuxury

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.
TourismEntertainment

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
TourismBusiness

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
TourismBusiness

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
TourismBusiness

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.
TourismBusiness

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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Zambia and Tanzania deal with China to modernize the TAZARA railway
BusinessTourism

Zambia-Tanzania rail gets $1.4 billion boost for expansion

At a Glance The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) has been a symbol of regional solidarity for almost 50 years. Zambia, Tanzania and China have signed a $1.4 billion agreement to overhaul and expand the 1,860-kilometer railway line, marking one of the largest infrastructure investments in sub-Saharan Africa in recent years.  The deal, announced by Zambia’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics,…

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Power plant facility with illuminated towers during evening operations.
TechnologyBusiness

Inside East Africa’s push to build a manufacturing hub

At aGlance Across Africa, energy has emerged as a cornerstone of economic transformation. When supply falters or interruptions persist, productivity slows and investors hesitate to commit. Both governments and businesses know that having stable power is necessary to create an industrial base that can stand on its own. Tanzania has moved quickly on this front, seeing energy as the bedrock…

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Arta Beach, Swimming with whale sharks
TourismLuxury

Djibouti’s top 10 destinations worth exploring

At a Glance The Republic of Djibouti is a small but important country in the Horn of Africa. It is located near the southern entrance to the Red Sea. The country has grown into a crossroads for trade, culture, and tourism since it became independent from France in 1977. It has a population of about 900,000.  Djibouti is not very…

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Zambia’s Proflight unveils Kasama jet service
TourismBusiness

Zambia’s Proflight unveils Kasama jet service for tourists

At a Glance Proflight Zambia is getting ready to start regular jet flights between Lusaka and Kasama. This is a big step forward for the country's domestic aviation industry. The airline will start using a 50-seat Bombardier CRJ-200 on the route in late September 2025. This would be the first time that an aircraft of this size will regularly serve…

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Stellenbosch wine tractor
TourismLuxury

Stellenbosch debuts unique wine tractor experience for tourists

At a Glance City Sightseeing Cape Town has started a guided wine tractor tour in Stellenbosch, which is a new option for tourists to view one of South Africa's most famous wine areas. This is a new way for travelers to see one of South Africa's most famous wine regions. The trip includes seeing vineyards, tasting wines the old-fashioned way,…

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