Tourism

Liido: A Reflection of Somalia’s Aspirations Liido stands as a beacon for what Somalia envisions for its future—a nation determined to rise above its tumultuous past and firmly regain its place on the global stage. Unraveling a Chequered History For many years, Somalia was overshadowed by internal conflicts and a narrative dominated by external perceptions. To the outside world, the country was synonymous with strife and despair. Foreign visitors were primarily limited to African Union peacekeepers,…

In a chilling turn of events, a submarine harboring several passengers, predominantly Russians, met a tragic fate off the serene coasts of Egypt’s Hurghada resort last Thursday. This incident, heartbreaking in its consequences, claimed six lives and left others grappling with injuries. One might wonder, amidst the azure beauty of the Red Sea, what went amiss? As I recall a quote from Ernest Hemingway, "The sea is the same as it has been since before men ever went on it in boats," one can't help but resonate on the paradox…

In a notable gathering that promised to shape the future of global tourism, Mister Nkhumeleni Victor Vele, the Director General of the South African Department of Tourism, recently presided over the inaugural meeting of the Tourism Working Group. This assembly brought together senior officials and experts from the G20 nations, all driven by a common ambition: to propel the tourism sector into a new era of resilience and innovation. The atmosphere buzzed with anticipation, underscoring the profound impact that tourism can…

For John Banovich, conservation is not merely a noble enterprise—it's a deep-seated calling rooted in personal experience and artistic vision. Reflecting on his life’s work, Banovich notes, “As an artist and conservationist, I have traveled extensively through Africa. I've sought to comprehend human perspectives and enable them to thrive within our changing world. One of the best mechanisms we have to conserve both wildlife and local communities is sustainable tourism.” This vision is…

Recently, the Rwandan government made headlines by teaming up with U.S. comedian Steve Harvey's company, BILT LLC, in a pact designed to enhance both tourism and investment in the nation. This exciting agreement was formalized in the capital, Kigali, with Rwanda Development Board (RDB) CEO Francis Gatare signing alongside Steve Harvey himself. The focus of this partnership is far-reaching—it aims to develop skills in critical areas like film, media, and education. Moreover, it seeks to promote health and wellness…

After two years marked by the Covid-19 pandemic and several restrictions, the hotel industry puts its hope in 2022. Travel, even limited, will resume and tourists will return to the continent. Hotel owners talk about their perspectives and strategies.…

With the Covid-19 pandemic, African tourist countries are going through a deep crisis. Tunisia, Morocco, South Africa and Senegal have seen international customers disappear and local economies hit hard. A new sector may restore the taste for travel: e-tourism, an interactive virtual visitor experience. A young start, Maghreb Experience, thus offers to discover mythical places in Algeria, Morocco and…

"The long-awaited ministerial organization has therefore taken place," he exclaims Paalga Observer. As we suspected for some time, Defense Minister Chérif Sy and his security colleague Ousséni Compaoré were fired and replaced by the head of state himself and who until then were the delegate for African integration and Burkinabè abroad, Maxime Koné. By dismissing them, the tenant in Kosyam thus meets some of the demands of…

After Lagos, the "Great West African Cities" initiative in Wathi Square takes us to Abidjan, the economic and cultural capital of Côte d'Ivoire. We have launched a series on major West African cities, in order to show their diversity, their complexity, their beauty, but also the environmental, security and socio-economic threats that weigh on them.Along with population growth, one of the other major trends in the coming…

In Uganda, the recovery of the tourism sector this summer was threatened by the new outbreak of Covid-19 cases in the country. Tourist agencies, which see that their reservations increase for the months of July and August, fear the same situation as last year, when the airports remained closed from March to October 2020. In…