Travel expert at Jumbari Family Safaris, Luanna Do Coutto, shares her first-hand experience of a Serengeti safari at the family-friendly camp Lemala Kuria Hills.About Serengeti National Park Wildebeest crossing the Mara RiverThis family-friendly safari lodge is tucked away in the Wogakuria Hills of the Northern Serengeti, within close proximity to the famous Mara River. This region falls within the main corridor and gives guests front row seats to the world-famous wildebeest migration between the months of July and October.See our Tanzania family safari tours here.Getting to Lemala Kuria Hills Exterior view of the tented suitesThe camp is easily accessible from Kogatende airstrip,…
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Olusegun Stephen Titus was held at the University of Ibadan for six hours as heavy rains overwhelmed his city on August 30, 2011. The music PhD candidate eventually drove into a calmer, after-rain night but soon found himself before a flooded bridge, among a stranded crowd that had just witnessed someone being carried away by the torrentially-triggered wild overspill of Eleyele Dam. Elsewhere in Ibadan, cars were floating, houses giving way and people disappearing. City authorities chalked the flood that killed more than 120 people and left 600 homeless down to refuse-choked drains and property-obstructed waterways. Titus’ doctoral thesis was…
A Mediterranean storm that’s lasted for more than three days has finally reached the coast of Libya, according to France’s Keraunos Observatory. The subtropical storm, sometimes called a “medicane” for some of its hurricane-like features, reached the coastal Derna region on Sunday morning. The French storm experts said much of the rainmaker storm’s activity remained on its eastern side. It continued to have moderate winds of up to 35 knots (64 kph/40 mph). The storm, called Apollo by Italian authorities, began on October 28. It caused extensive damage over Sicily and parts of the southern Italian coast, with rain rates…
So no matter how hardworking you are, you always look forward to Friday. The relief of making it through a whole of work and the excitement of having to rest and stay in front of your TV without being disturbed. For us, it’s the excitement of sharing favourite styles from our Best Dressed Celebrities for the week. To step up your Style and Fashion game, we’ve compiled our Best Dressed Celebrities for this week and you can take one or two and add them to your styling game. Alright, Let’s move! 1. Simi 2. Beverly Naya 3. Denola Grey 4.…
Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) Gwede Mantashe has announced the preferred bidders for the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (REIPPPP) Bid Window 5 The preferred bidders for bid window 5 will be expected to bring their projects to financial close in the next six months. (Image source: Adobe Stock) The preferred bidders are Coleskop WEF (onshore wind), San Kraal WEF, Phezukomoya WEF, Brandvalley Wind Farm, Rietkloof Wind Farm, Wolf Wind Farm, Beaufort West Wind Facility, Trakas Wind Facility, Sutherland Wind Facility, Rietrug Wind Facility, Waaihoek Wind Facility, Dwarsrug Wind Facility, Grootfontein PV 1, Grootfontein PV 2,…
Sudanese anti-coup protesters attend a gathering in the capital Khartoum’s twin city of Omdurman on October 30, 2021, to express their support for the country’s democratic transition which a military takeover and deadly crackdown derailed. (Photo by AFP via Getty Images) Tens of thousands of Sudanese took to the streets across the country Saturday, in the largest pro-democracy protest yet since the military seized control earlier this week. Three protesters were killed and dozens injured — several by live rounds — as security forces opened fire in several locations, a doctors’ union said. The coup, condemned by the international community,…
Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has said that the Port of Keta, when constructed would be economically viable, due to the commercial dynamics in the maritime trade.Michael Luguje was speaking at a stakeholder meeting with the Ben Kwao Group, an association of indigenes and ambassadors of the Keta township, who visited the Port Authority to acquaint themselves with the Keta Port project.He said just like in a market, one would find many stalls selling the same products but all of them are successful in their business despite being next to each other.He explained that a shipping…
L agos Fashion Week comes to a close today! It’s been three days that started with insightful FBS sessions, Digital Presentations that welcomed aspiring designers from across the continent, #LagosFW anchored offsite shows and a return to the physical tents. Equally impressive are the Lagos Fashion Week designers and the looks they showcased. Here’s a rundown of the event so far as well as out favorite looks. Here is a rundown of day 3 alongside what to expect today… Day 3 The experience tent is LIVE! Featuring interactive booths from partners: Heineken, NEPC, OPPO, Lush Hair, Austrian Lace, Medbury Health…
Oct 30th 2021CAPE TOWN, DAKAR, LAGOS AND NAIROBI“MAN, NIGERIA has been a ride,” laughs Mawuli Gavor, a 32-year-old star in Nollywood, Nigeria’s booming film business. Mr Gavor does not fit the stereotype of an African migrant, struggling to cross the Mediterranean in a leaky boat. Born and raised in Ghana, he was working as an accountant when an admirer suggested he try for a modelling job. Soon, he was in Nigeria, making a fortune in films.Listen to this storyYour browser does not support the <audio> element.Enjoy more audio and podcasts on iOS or Android.Many Africans are taking similar journeys, though…
How to apply for the Yellow Card of Ethiopia? An Ethiopian Origin ID Card is commonly called the Yellow Card of Ethiopia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia issues an ID card when the applicant is abroad whereas the Authority for Security, Immigration and Refugee Affairs issues it when in Ethiopia. The objective of Ethiopian Origin ID card is identifying foreign nationals of Ethiopian to entitle them to various rights and privileges. Moreover, the children (under the age of 18) of a Yellow card holder can enjoy the same facilities. Benefits of Ethiopian Origin ID Card The holder of…