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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…

Middle Eastern airline Gulf Airlines is to strengthen its UK presence with services to London Gatwick ahead of the summer season. Airlines already operated in London's Heathrow fly three times a week from Bahrain. Gulf Air says it will deploy Boeing 787-9 on a new route that starts on March 30th. The aircraft's configuration includes 26 seats in a business class cabin. Gulfair says Gatwick's tactics will “complete” the current London flights. The airline uses 787 on the Heathrow link. “The expansion reflects the growing demand for travel between (Bahrain and the UK),” he said, adding that the connection is…

Michelle Themelis, Westcon-Comstor, Microsoft Business Lead's sub-Saharan Africa. (Image: Supplied) With the accelerating cloud technology, many companies are tackling the urgent need to ensure sensitive data against complex configurations, unpredictable costs, and increasingly sophisticated threats.Managing an Azure and Microsoft 365 (M365) environment effectively requires technical expertise and strategic forecasting. Westcon-Comstor provides Microsoft Partners with the tools and support they need to tackle these challenges head on, and offers a number of advanced support services to deliver unparalleled value to their customers.Why Security and Cost Optimization Is ImportantFor many businesses, cloud adoption is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it…

The global aviation industry took a step back in safety in 2024 when compared to what the International Air Transport Association (IATA) called “exceptional performance.” However, when viewed at the horizon over the five years, safety parameters show an overall improvement.Mixed Safety RecordAccording to the latest IATA safety report, the total stay rate in 2024 was 1.13 flights per million flights. This year there were 460 aviation accidents and 244 deaths out of 40.6 million flights, showing an increase from 42 accidents and 72 deaths in 2023.Most concern was the rise in fatal accidents in 2023 (Yeti Airlines crashed, which…

Mari has implemented digital platforms across the country to promote access to important documents in the Marian Diaspora. The new digital platform will be deployed throughout Mali's diplomacy and consul missions around the world, allowing diaspora to access management, identity and travel documents, WeareTech.africa reports. “This initiative represents a significant advance in modernizing and protecting administrative data while simplifying access to important documents for our international brethren,” said Abdoulaye Diop, the country's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The platform is said to be fully designed and developed by Marian experts, and apart from streamlining services for Mali citizens…

Experts have flagged important ways cruise passengers can save money while sailing, as well as smart tips to prevent unfortunate splurges.In their blog post, travel site Allcruisehotels.com said it's important for the longest time you're on board to plan what you'll do about food.Cruises can be expensive, but some perks are often included in the price, making businesses more like free food.”Most cruise ships today have a rather impressive buffet style dining venue, and even a cafe that is already included in your fare,” the website says.However, this warns that “it doesn't mean they're going to stop trying to lure…