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South Africa offers the opportunity to see animals such as lions, elephants, and buffalo from rolling vineyards and safaris, offering the possibility to see lively and lively cities.But it's almost impossible to see it all, stretching about 471,500 square miles. Luckily, this incredible road trip allows visitors to experience everything the country has to offer. Extending 124 miles through the Western Cape between Mossel Bay and the Storms River, the garden route is suitable for both veteran road trippers and first-timers. Countless detours and pit stops offer, allowing you to extend your four-day trip up to two weeks. Garden routes…

Parents were furious after being told that the airline had “separated” him from the baby during the plane trip.An anonymous man who posted about the ordeal on Reddit claimed that he was told he could not sit with the baby because someone else paid for the seat, despite having already pre-selected it when he booked.In the post he wrote: “The Emirates sold me halfway through my pre-selected seats and pulled me away from my baby! I recently flew Ho Chi Minh City via Dubai with the Emirates to Dusseldorf.”I carefully selected my seat early, checked in online and boarded in…

Whether you enjoy your trip or not, travelling by plane can be stressful. From making sure you pass through security before boarding to worrying during flight, such as turbulence, that can be a lot to deal with.And for parents traveling with their children, it's an even more intense experience. There is a lot to worry about, from making sure your little ones are calm and happy to ensuring you have everything you need for flight.One man travelling by plane was confused when his mother, sitting in front of him, handed him a note. And when he read the message he…

Split, Croatia.Getty Sailing through Croatia's glittering islands is a detoxifying and soul-eating journey where Crystal Azure Waters encounters secluded bays, sturdy limestone mountains, wild national parks and ancient coastal towns. But with over 1,200 islands scattered across the Adriatic Sea, knowing where to start may seem like a challenging feat. Here we enter Croatia, which we will never forget. Blows drivers flying around the 1,100-mile sparkling Croatian coastline with 36-40 guests. Why choose Croatia, which you will never forget? Unforgettable Croatia boasts enviable black books with exclusive VIP experiences and connections with the best restaurants, hotels and private guides in…

The MasterCard Foundation has stepped out of its commitment to invest $100 million in a major African venture capital firm while tech startups on the continent struggle with Western funders. In 2024, 54 Collective, Africa's most active investors, and the MasterCard Foundation, an international non-governmental organization, “pursuing a variety of strategies to advance, the partnership will end on April 30, 2025,” the VC company told Lest of World in an email. There is a little vacuum left. At an internal meeting on February 20th, the leadership team at 54 Collective (formerly founder Factory Africa) tells staff that the company will…

Experienced travelers and YouTubers who said he visited all 197 countries in the world revealed five of the worst and best places he has gone to. With over a billion viewers across his travel content, Drew Binski shared his “unliked least” country in a video that includes wild stories of the people he met and the situation.1. DjiboutiThe East African country is located on the northeast coast of the 23,200 km square of the Horn of Africa adjacent to Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea and the Red Sea, with the nation being strategically located. The capital of the country, Djibouti city is…

The East Africa Community (EAC) will be participating for the first time as an entity with a unique position in the International Tourism Bureau (ITB), the world's largest tourism fair, from March 4th to 6th, 2025. Hon, Executive Director of EAC. Veronica Nduva said, “This is part of the EAC's efforts to position the region as a global tourist destination.” The block aims to attract international tourists and investors by highlighting the region's rich cultural heritage, natural beauty and unique attractions. ” The area offers travelers a wide range of experiences. It is some of the most iconic wildlife, including…

In 2024, African Airlines recorded 10 incidents, making it the second most common area with airplanes. Africa's aviation industry is an important sector that promotes economic development, trade and connectivity across the continent. Despite this possibility, the industry faces major challenges including infrastructure deficits, regulatory hurdles, financial constraints and safety concerns. Although 2024 was a turbulent year for the global aviation industry, improvements in airline safety were clear, with cases falling compared to the decline in incidents. 2024 Industry Performance The global aviation industry transported over 40 million flights worldwide in seven fatal accidents in 2024. According to the report,…

The global success of African film and television is not just a victory for the creative industry, but a catalyst for tourism growth across the continent. From the breathtaking landscapes exhibited in the blockbuster work to stories that inspire international audiences to explore Africa's cultural riches, the power of storytelling goes far beyond the screen. Through the film industry, South Africa has attracted considerable foreign investment and has seen an increasing international interest in the diverse locations of the country. According to statistics and forecasts by the South African Association of Film Industry Visa Support and Commercial Producers Association from…

The workshop, held on February 26th and 27th, aims to explore the shared archaeological links between Africa, celebrated as cradles of human migration, and is considered the gateway to early human migration into the world. It also aims to highlight common cultural heritage, ancient migration patterns, and developments in the Stone Age, and to highlight Sharjah's status as a major global centre for archaeological research. The seminar was attended by Eisa Yousif, director of the Sharjah Archeology Authority (SAA). Salem Omar Salem, Director of Icesco Regional Office, Sharjah. SAA adviser Dr. Saba Abd Jassim, along with a prominent group of…