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

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.
TourismBusiness

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
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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.
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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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Under the new framework, VAT will apply to a broad range of tourism products.
TourismBusiness

Tourism costs rise as Zimbabwe applies 15.5% VAT

At a Glance Travel to Zimbabwe will cost slightly more from 2026 after the government moved to broaden the application of value-added tax across the tourism sector. From Jan. 1, several services that were previously zero-rated will now attract a 15.5% VAT under measures outlined in the latest national budget.  The change does not introduce a new tax. Instead, it…

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Zebras, springboks, wildebeest and impalas roam freely, while elephants range farther to feed on fresh growth.
TourismLuxury

Etosha in February offers peak green-season wildlife viewing

At a Glance February gives Etosha National Park a different look and feel, one that rewards travelers who value space, color and a slower safari pace. As the green season settles across northern Namibia, the park sheds its dry-season dust and takes on fresh grass, open skies and softer light. For many visitors, this is Etosha at its most atmospheric.…

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The effort is being led by Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who this week began his annual New Year tour of Africa.
BusinessHot News

China steps up Africa diplomacy with focus on trade routes

At a Glance China has opened the year with a fresh diplomatic push across Africa, putting trade routes, shipping access and supply chains at the center of its outreach as competition for influence on the continent grows.  The effort is being led by Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who this week began his annual New Year tour of Africa. The trip…

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The partnership introduces Travelex as an additional payout channel within Mukuru’s growing network.
BusinessTechnology

Mukuru and Travelex team up to boost cash access in South Africa

At a Glance Mukuru, a leading remittance and financial services provider, has partnered with Travelex to expand cash payout options for customers across South Africa. The collaboration aims to make sending and receiving money safer, faster, and more convenient for millions who rely on regular transfers for daily expenses.  The partnership introduces Travelex as an additional payout channel within Mukuru’s…

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Gold exports drive Ghana’s cedi to world’s best performer
BusinessTechnology

Gold exports drive Ghana’s cedi to world’s best performer

At a Glance Ghana’s cedi has pulled off a striking comeback, rising from the depths of a debt and balance-of-payments crisis to become one of the world’s strongest currencies this year. Only months ago, the West African nation was struggling to steady its finances after a bruising default and painful restructuring talks.  The rebound stands out in a year when…

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Equatorial Guinea, one of West Africa’s longest-producing gas hubs, fits that profile.
BusinessTechnology

Chinese investment targets $53 million West African gas asset

At a Glance A Chinese energy investor is stepping into offshore West Africa with a $53 million commitment, highlighting steady Asian interest in gas projects tied to existing export infrastructure as countries look for reliable, cleaner-burning fuel supplies.  The investment comes as global gas markets remain shaped by energy security concerns, tight supply in some regions and the need to…

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