The East Africa Travel Podcast by Diary of a Muzungu recognised at ATTA® for Action Awards 2025 Charlotte Beauvoisin deserves global fame for her beautiful podcast series that both inspire, inform and entertain while at the same time giving all the interviewees a voice. (Comment by Debbie Flynn of FINN Partners, one of the judges) pictured above with Charlotte and Chris Mears, ATTA® CEO). I’m still pinching myself! A massive heartfelt THANK YOU to the judges, event organisers, fellow finalists, and everyone who has listened to the East Africa Travel Podcast. This recognition by international travel PR experts and colleagues…
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Discover world-famous national parks, incredible wildlife, and dramatic landscapes – only in Tanzania. Here are 10 reasons why Tanzania should be your top safari destination. 1. The Serengeti – Africa’s safari gemIt goes without saying, that Serengeti National Park is the heart of safari in Africa.Known for its vast open plains and amazing wildlife, Serengeti offers spectacular sightings of lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and much more. You cannot miss this!2. The Great MigrationAround 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles make a journey every year across the Serengeti, and what we call The Great Migration. Witness massive river crossings and predator hunts.Note:…
By the sheer grace of God, I started out in the workplace early. I still had classmates when I handed in my first monthly report at work. That meant a few Ugandan shillings in my wallet before I finished school. But those shillings didn’t arrive at the same pace as wisdom. Starting work early meant making my mistakes sooner. As I look back, here are 10 things I would do differently if I were starting out at work again. 1. Save More Money Ouch! I had to start here with what is probably the most common mistake people make when…
Botswana is one of the most extraordinary safari destinations on the planet. Its wild landscapes range from the lush channels of the Okavango Delta to the elephant-rich riverbanks of Chobe, the predator-filled woodlands of Linyanti, and the surreal salt pans of the Makgadikgadi. The country’s low-impact, high-quality tourism model ensures unforgettable wildlife encounters with a sense of seclusion and exclusivity that’s hard to match. ● Unrivalled game viewing with minimal crowds ● Intimate, luxurious camps in pristine settings ● Beyond game drives, visitors can enjoy mokoro excursions, helicopter flights, walking safaris, fishing, horseback riding, private dining, sleep-outs,…
• AFN Aims To Produce ‘Another Ofili’ As the countdown continues ahead the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships from July 16 to 20 in Abeokuta, Ogun State, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) is optimistic of producing the next generation of athletes that will step into the shoes of top stars like Tobi Amusan, Ese Brume and Favour Ofili. Ofili came to limelight in 2021 in Nairobi, Kenya, winning the 200m at the World junior championships. She is said to have applied for change of allegiance to Turkey. AFN Technical Director, Gabriel Okon, told journalists at a world press conference…
When preparing for an unforgettable Uganda safari—whether you’re heading out on a classic game drive safari in Uganda, joining Chimpanzee Tracking, or combining with Uganda Gorilla Trekking or even a cross-border Gorilla Trekking Rwanda experience—what you wear plays a vital role. This article by Saso Gorilla Safaris Uganda offers you a thorough and professional guide to dressing for every aspect of your adventure. We break down essential attire for game drives, primate treks, boat cruises, and cultural visits, all while incorporating Murchison Falls Safaris, wildlife safari, Rwanda safari, and more in a reader-friendly, SEO‑optimized format. Safari Overview – Dressing for AdventureWhy…
Back when I was doing my training to be a field guide in 2005, the Buffalo thorn was the first tree we learned, and it was purely because the Latin or Botanical name was so difficult “Ziziphus Mucronata” I must say I never forgot it. We learned that the dried fruit seeds can be used to make coffee. I was dominant to try it myself but as the fruits are so tiny like probably the diameter of the back of a pen, I had to collect a lot of them. I then roasted them over the fire on a pan…
The world of football is still in shock and mourning following the sudden and tragic death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, 28, and his younger brother, André Silva, 25, in a fatal car crash on Thursday. Jota, a beloved and dynamic attacker, had just helped Liverpool clinch the Premier League title in the 2024–25 season and was fresh off an emotional win with Portugal over rivals Spain in a dramatic penalty shootout during his final international appearance in June. His brother, André Silva, was also a professional footballer who played in Portugal for Gondomar S.C. and F.C. Penafiel.…
Reflections on the Hamburg Sustainability Conference Anton Cartwright For those of us working on the megatrend of Africa’s urbanisation it can be difficult not to glaze over when a new headline bemoans the extent of the urban infrastructure gap and the struggles in closing it. It is not that the infrastructure deficit in Africa’s rapidly evolving cities is not acute or the cause of humanitarian and economic challenges. Rather, that the work sometimes seems fixated on getting the number right as if that would solve everything. Much of the conversation amongst financiers appears stuck in diagnostic mode and, at best,…
As mentioned in my first post on “What are the Big 5”, I began this short series of blog posts by thinking of myself as visiting South Africa for the first time or Africa for an African Safari Tour. I would want to know what on earth this term Big 5 is all about. Before we start, if you missed “What are the Big 5 Part 1 – African Buffalo click text” Well the simple answer is that the term “Big 5” originates from hunters. As you can imagine if you were going to hunt animals for food there would…