Are you looking for the best things to do in Eswatini? Read about our visit here. We did a quick border hop to Eswatini. It just didn’t feel right that I’d visited 50 other countries but not one that was right on my doorstep. My husband had been there a few times, but my children and I hadn’t so we set off from Johannesburg and crossed the border at the Ngwenya border post, 4 hours away. Ngwenya border post About Eswatini Eswatini is one of the smallest countries in Africa. The landlocked kingdom is bordered by Mozambique in the north-east…
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Volvo Trucks, a global truck manufacturer with a full range of electric trucks in series production, has expanded its range with the launch of several extra-heavy electric trucks The company’s target is that half of its global total truck sales will be electric by 2030 at the latest and this latest addition of rigid trucks further strengthens Volvo’s position as a leader in electric truck transport. Waldemar Christensen, MD of Volvo Trucks South Africa, commented, “Already producing the most complete electric line up in the global truck industry, we are now expanding our offering with the introduction of rigid…
A lakeside retreat in RwandaIn the north-eastern reaches of Akagera National Park lies Magashi Camp, an intimate luxury camp positioned on the tranquil shores of Lake Rwanyakazinga. A joint effort by Wilderness Safaris, the Rwanda Development Board, and African Parks, Magashi opened in 2019 as a model of responsible tourism. With just six tented suites, it offers an exclusive gateway to one of East Africa’s most remarkable conservation success stories. Thoughtfully designed, consciously builtMagashi’s design blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Raised walkways, canvas structures, and timber decks reflect the camp’s low-impact philosophy. Local materials and traditional Rwandan artistry, including hand-painted…
I’ve been traveling for almost a year now. From the cities of England to the art filled galleries of Paris, the souks of Morocco, the shores of Türkiye and everything else inbetween, it has been the journey of a lifetime. Each destination has presented me with its own kind of beauty and history. But despite the excitement of new cities and cultures, there’s one place I can never seem to shake: Africa. Up next on my itinerary are Zambia and Zimbabwe, and I literally cannot wait. I’m counting down the days, not just for the adventures ahead, but because returning…
Chirine Lamti of Tunisia during the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Final Tunisia Press Conference in Casablanca, Morocco on 9 July 2025 ©Nour Aknajja/BackpagePix by Staff Reporter Thursday Jul 10, 2025. 14:00 Group B at the 2025 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations will serve up some of the most mouthwatering fixtures during matchday two this week, most notably with Nigeria facing Botswana at the popular Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca.The Super Falcons were at their menacing best during matchday one in Group B this past weekend and managed to see out a 3-0 win against Tunisia at Stade…
27 Jun 2025 PREVIEW Economic hardship and youth mobilisation are driving a new opposition movement online and on the streets A year after ‘Gen Z’ activists stormed parliament in Nairobi shaking the foundations of President William Ruto’s legitimacy, a new round of protests on 25 June were greeted with lethal force, tear gas and water cannons. By mid-evening, Amnesty International was reporting that 16 had died in clashes between protestors and the police. The Kenyan National Commission for Human Rights (KNCHR) reported eight deaths across the country all ‘allegedly from gunshot wounds.’ It added that 400…
Despite its size and resources, the Nigerian military continues to struggle against insurgents in the northeast of the country. These failures reveal deeper structural weaknesses in strategy, leadership, and doctrine, writes Fatai Alli. The Nigerian military’s recent territorial losses in Borno State to Islamist insurgents have drawn alarm from national leaders. These setbacks are not sudden failures of professional capability or the result of the superior strength of the enemy. The issue lies in recurring patterns of ineffective strategy, tactical weakness, and a systemic failure to adapt. Nigeria’s military continues to suffer from inadequate mobility, poor night-fighting capability, and an…
Rwanda is a land of a thousand hills. Because of its beautiful hills and valleys, the country was given this name. It is among East African countries, neighboring Uganda, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Burundi. The capital city is Kigali, which is also the largest city in the country.Since the 1994 genocide, Rwanda has made significant progress in rebuilding and reconciliation efforts. Today, the country is known for its rapid development and stability in the region.In addition to its beautiful scenery, Rwanda is also famous for its lush forests, lakes, and volcanoes, including Volcanoes National Park, where tourists…
Tracking for gorillas is an unforgettable wildlife experience, one you should attempt at least once in your lifetime. The thrill and exhilaration of seeing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat is really a privilege, leaving you with magical memories that last a lifetime. Mountain gorillas can be seen in Rwanda, at the Volcanoes National Park, and in Uganda, both at Bwindi National Park and Mgahinga National Park, though Mgahinga has inconsistent sightings as the gorilla groups tend to move around, either moving to the Democratic Republic of Congo, or Rwanda. So how do you choose where to go? Which…
4K [articletop] Kanye West has publicly admitted to feeling betrayed when his protégé, Virgil Abloh, was appointed as Artistic Director of Louis Vuitton Menswear in 2018—a position Kanye believed was meant for him. In earlier conversations, Kanye granted Virgil credit as a visionary, but once Virgil landed the LV role, Kanye felt blindsided. He claimed LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault had initially offered him the position before choosing Abloh, and that Virgil’s “two-minute” call notifying him of the news deepened the sense of betrayal. Kanye described an intense emotional turmoil tied to this appointment. The two friends famously embraced in tears…