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South Africa excites tourism industry at WTM London
The opening day of South Africa’s participation at this year’s World Travel Market London saw great interest by the … read more
eSwatini srcaps all Covid-19 entry requirements
The Government of the Kingdom of eSwatini has announced that it has suspended all Covid-19 entry restrictions. Effective immediately, travellers intending to visit the country no longer require to produce a proof of full vaccination and a Covid-19 … read more
Kenya’s Tourism Sector to benefit from UNESCO’s recovery programme
Kenya is among eight countries set to benefit from the UNESCO Covid-19 crisis response programme aimed at supporting tourism recovery around World Heritage Sites.
Sensitization of the project has kicked off in Lamu and Mombasa targeted at those earning a living through tourism economic activities such as artisans… read more
Botswana voted one of the ten friendliest countries in the world
As part of Condé Nast Traveler's 2022 Readers' Choice Awards, the readers of the travel magazine also voted for the countries they consider to be home to the friendliest people and … read more
Zambia does away with its tourist visa
Zambia recently waived visa requirements for its largest source markets, including the U.S. Travelers from the U.S., U.K, Canada, Norway, Australia and the EU no longer need to purchase a tourist visa to enter Zambia.
The country's president, Hakainde Hichelema, said in a recent budget speech that Zambia was focused on increasing the number of foreign visitors to the country.
Botswana named by National Geographic as a must-see destination in 2023
National Geographic has unveiled its Best of the World 2023 list, and Botswana was selected as one of the 25 must-see destinations for the year ahea… read more
South Africa's tourism sector already in its prime as the summer season approaches
South Africa's tourism sector is recovering very well from the health crisis. Since the beginning of the year, South Africa has welcomed a total of 3.3 million international visitors, an increase of 165% compared to the same period last year. The African and European continents remain the main sources of the Rainbow Nation's tourism windfa… read more
Namibia is now offering a digital nomad visa
Last week, Namibia joined the increasing number of African countries offering digital nomad visas.
The Namibia Digital Nomad Visa which is valid for six months allows those seeking priceless memories while also gaining international working experiences and establishing lifelong contacts for only approximate $62 excluding other cost… read more
Botswana: e-Visa application system is temporarily interrupted
Botswana's Department of Immigration and Citizenship has announ… read more
How tech is helping travellers experience the best of SA's rural, cultural travel
In South Africa rural travel ranges from winemaking in the Winelands to supernatural attractions like the alleged carnivorous Modimolle mountain in Limpopo, and world-renowned geological marvels like the Bourke's Luck Potholes and Adam's Calendar in Ehlanzeni, Mpumalanga. With scenic beauty such as this and cultural diversity on th… read more
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