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  Project preview: The Sanctuary, Rwanda
A holistic haven in the volcanic highlands of Rwanda is set to open in December, revealing one of the most substantial safari spas in Africa. Conservation and hospitality company, Wilderness, which specialises in safari camps and lodges, will...
    
  “Africa Must Invest, Not Just React, to Cyber Threats”, Former INTERPOL Cybercrime Chief, Craig Jones, Warns
Advertisements As Africa’s digital economy expands, so too does its exposure to cyber threats. Interpol’s latest Africa Cyberthreat Assessment Report reveals that cyber incidents have cost the continent over $3 billion since 2019, with Nigeria...
    
  Shocking new asylum stats 'prove Labour has lost control of our border'
The UK recorded the largest increase in asylum claims in Europe last year, heaping more pressure on Keir Starmer’s immigration policies. Some 108,000 protection claims were lodged in 2024, a 28% increase from 84,000 in 2023 and surpassing the...
    
  The tiny city that's about to be flooded with 300 male migrants: It's an unfolding catastrophe... and gaslighting means that if you complain about any of this you're smeared as a racist: GRAHAM GRANT
There’s more than a whiff of desperation about Sir Keir Starmer’s latest bid to tackle the asylum crisis. The idea is to clear out the migrant hotels which have become the focus of protests across the UK by putting up the occupants in an Army...
    
  I’m a Travel Expert—These Are the Best Little-known Eats and Experiences in Southern Africa
With top-tier safaris, diverse cultures, and buzzy cities, the southernmost region of Africa is an increasingly popular travel destination. But this vast, diverse area has so much more to offer beyond the cookie-cutter experiences that are most...
    
  Diwali 2025 vacation: Indians can visit over 50 countries visa-free - check full list, key details
With days left for the Diwali 2025 holidays, several people across the country are gearing up to celebrate the festivities abroad. As a growing number of countries are offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival, travelling abroad has become easier with...
    
  Which 57 countries can Indian passport holders travel visa-free to in 2025?
India has dropped to the 85th position in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, giving Indian passport holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 57 countries. This marks a decline of five spots from last year, when Indians could travel to 62...
    
  RwandAir launches new Zanzibar – Mombasa route
RwandAir will launch a new Zanzibar – Mombasa service on 1 December 2025, linking Kigali with two key East African coastal destinations. KIGALI – RwandAir has announced the launch of a new Zanzibar – Mombasa route, starting 1 December 2025,...
    
  Rwanda Celebrates Completion of Smart Education Project and DigiTruck Launch
KIGALI, Rwanda, Oct. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei and Rwanda's Ministry of Education announced the completion of the first phase of the Smart Education Project and the launch of a new Huawei TECH4ALL DigiTruck project at Kagarama High School in...
    
  Rwanda’s digital drive: Growth, gaps & next steps
In an insightful conversation with Alex Ntare, CEO of the ICT Chamber Rwanda, the digital transformation journey of the nation was laid bare. Rwanda's ICT sector has emerged as the country's second-largest growth driver after services, largely...
    
  TAAG Angola Airlines Sets Its Sights on Regional Growth and Global Tourism Appeal
At the heart of Angola’s tourism ambitions is its national carrier, TAAG Angola Airlines, which is charting a new course to expand its route network and partnerships. This was made evident in a recent interview with Lufuakenda Calembe, Regional...
    
  South Africa among the world’s top 5 luxury travel destinations
La Residence, Franschhoek afternoon tea. TOURISM NEWS - South Africa has been ranked among the world’s top five luxury travel destinations in the inaugural Roxstar Luxury Travel Trends Report 2025. The analysis, based on Roxstar bookings between...
    
  Angola's Bold $3 Billion Tourism Strategy: Aiming to Transform the Nation's Economic Landscape
In a strategic push to boost its tourism sector and diversify its oil-dependent economy, Angola has launched ambitious plans to invest $3 billion in tourism infrastructure by 2027. The initiative was unveiled at the 8th Annual Tourism Expo in...
    
  Volta Region holds billions in untapped resources, forum hears
By Evans Worlanyo Ameamu, GNA Dr Daniel McKoley, the Chief Executive Officer of the McDan Group of Companies, has stated that the Volta Region has abundant natural resources, many of which are untapped and needed to be aggressively unlocked to...
8 Books That Turn Trauma Into Something Tender and True
8 Books That Turn Trauma Into Something Tender and True (Picture Credit - Instagram) We all carry wounds we never asked for. Some days they throb beneath the surface, other days they crack wide open. But what if trauma doesn't have to stay sharp...
    
  Kenya land tough draw for Afcon U-17 Cecafa qualifiers
The Junior Stars will face hosts Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, and Rwanda in Group A, with all matches set to be played at the Abebe Bikila Stadium in Addis Ababa. Defending champions Uganda headline Group B alongside Tanzania, Djibouti, Sudan,...
    
  Mali slaps visa bond on US travelers in retaliation
Mali has introduced visa bond requirements for United States citizens, mirroring measures recently imposed by Washington on Malian travellers. The Foreign Ministry in Bamako announced the decision on Sunday, calling it a reciprocal response to US...
    
  Mali Slaps Visa Bond on US Travellers in Retaliation to US Policy
In a tit-for-tat move, Mali has imposed the same visa bond requirements on United States citizens that Washington placed on Malian travelers. Mali’s government condemned the initial US action as a violation of bilateral agreements. The Foreign...
    
  United States–Egypt Strategic Dialogue: Africa Track
Mon 03 Nov 2025 | 06:11 PM The United States and Egypt convened the Africa Track of the U.S.-Egypt Strategic Dialogue in Cairo on November 2, 2025, reaffirming their shared commitment to advancing regional stability, security, and prosperity....
    
  OPINION: Irreconcilable ethnic rivalry is not a predetermined fate
Intractable ethnic conflicts, driven by perceived fundamental differences in identity and survival, are prolonged, destructive and defy conventional resolution. Beyond the apparent political, economic and theological factors of ethnic rivalry, the...