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Mantis Hiddn opens in Eastern Cape with off-grid luxury safari stays
LuxuryTourism

Mantis opens off-grid safari lodge in South Africa’s Eastern Cape

Mantis Collection has opened Mantis Hiddn, a luxury off-grid mountain retreat set within an 800-hectare private reserve in the Eastern Cape’s greater Addo region. The lodge offers high-end travelers an immersive nature experience, combining sustainability, wellness, and privacy in one remote location.  The Eastern Cape is known for its unspoiled landscapes and rich wildlife, making it an ideal setting for…

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Masiyiwa backs USDC rollout in Africa for cheaper cross-border payments
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Zimbabwean billionaire backs stablecoin push across Africa

Zimbabwean billionaire Strive Masiyiwa is backing a fresh push to expand stablecoin payments across Africa, as global fintech firms look to tap into the continent’s growing demand for faster and cheaper ways to move money.  His company, Cassava Technologies, has partnered with Circle Internet Group Inc. to introduce digital dollar payments to millions of users. The move reflects a broader…

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Club Med Beach & Safari opens in Durban, attracting airlines and international tourists
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Airlines weigh Durban routes as Club Med drives Africa tourism push

Durban is preparing to welcome a surge of international travelers with the July opening of Club Med South Africa Beach & Safari, a luxury resort designed to attract visitors from Europe and other key markets. Tourism officials say the resort could reshape how airlines view Durban, offering a strong case for reinstating long-discussed direct flights.  The city’s appeal is tied…

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Brookdale Estate opens private lodge in Paarl with luxury, vineyards, eco travel
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Brookdale Estate unveils exclusive-use lodge to boost luxury tourism

Luxury travel in South Africa’s Cape Winelands is drawing renewed interest, as Brookdale Estate introduces a private-use lodge aimed at high-end visitors seeking space, comfort and quiet. The opening reflects a wider shift in travel, with more guests choosing exclusive stays over busy hotels.  The new Owners’ Lodge sits on a 67-hectare wine estate in Paarl, an area known for…

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UN declares transatlantic slave trade a crime against humanity
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UN calls transatlantic slave trade crime against humanity, seeks reparations

The United Nations General Assembly has declared the transatlantic slave trade a crime against humanity, a move that adds weight to growing calls for reparations and a fuller reckoning with the past. The resolution, adopted Wednesday, reflects a broader push by member states to confront the lasting economic and social damage linked to centuries of forced labor and displacement.  The…

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Mozambique seeks IMF support as debt rises
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IMF mission set for Mozambique as debt concerns intensify

Mozambique is preparing to host a new mission from the International Monetary Fund, a move that highlights growing pressure on the government to steady its finances and reassure investors. The visit, expected in the coming months, comes as officials in Maputo look for ways to ease rising debt concerns and secure fresh support.  The talks arrive at a delicate time.…

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Air access lifts Victoria Falls tourism, boosts regional travel demand
BusinessTourism

Upgraded access boosts tourism outlook at Victoria Falls

Improved air access is lifting Zimbabwe’s tourism outlook, with Victoria Falls drawing renewed interest as a gateway for travel across Southern Africa. Operators say easier connections are already supporting bookings as more visitors plan trips that combine several destinations in one journey.  The planned return of a direct Harare–London route is expected to deepen that recovery. The link would reconnect…

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Rare mountain gorilla twins born in DR Congo’s Virunga Park, offering hope for endangered species and African wildlife conservation.
LuxuryTourism

Conservation win as rare gorilla twins born in DR Congo reserve

In a rare and heartening development for wildlife conservation, a mountain gorilla has given birth to twins in Virunga National Park, one of Africa’s most important wildlife reserves. The births, confirmed by park authorities, offer a moment of hope for a species that has long faced the pressures of habitat loss, poaching, and regional conflict.  Mountain gorilla twins are exceptionally…

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Johannesburg opens first EV charging station, boosting clean transport shift now
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Johannesburg opens first EV charging station, boosting Africa’s shift

Johannesburg is moving to expand clean transport, opening its first electric vehicle (EV) charging station as Africa’s largest city begins to align with a global shift toward low-emission mobility. The step reflects a broader push by African cities to invest in cleaner infrastructure despite ongoing power constraints.  The pilot site, launched in Booysens on March 24, 2026, is the first…

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Morocco’s Africa Feed & Food secures $91 million to expand agri-food capacity
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Morocco’s AFF secures $91 million to expand food industry

Morocco’s agri-food sector is attracting renewed investor attention, with fresh capital flowing into businesses linked to food security, processing and regional trade. The latest deal highlights how the North African economy is building its position in agro-industry as demand for locally produced and processed food rises across the continent.  This shift is supported by government policy, steady domestic consumption and…

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Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti wins Africa’s best spa resort
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Serengeti’s Four Seasons Safari Lodge named Africa’s best spa resort

Luxury travel in Africa is changing as more visitors look for quiet, restorative stays tied closely to nature. Across the continent, safari lodges are adding wellness offerings, giving guests more reasons to stay longer and spend more.  That demand is showing up in places long known for wildlife. In Serengeti National Park, operators are pairing game drives with spa treatments…

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LIV Golf at Steyn City draws top players, boosting Johannesburg and SA tourism.
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LIV Golf at Steyn City shines global spotlight on Johannesburg

Johannesburg has become a key stop on the international golf calendar as the LIV Golf tournament brings world-class players and a festival-style experience to Steyn City. The event is drawing attention not just for its competition, but for how it blends sport, entertainment, and fan engagement in one of South Africa’s most prestigious lifestyle estates.  Visitors to Steyn City are…

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