Updated as of June 21, 2024 (Note: Census numbers are generally updated every five years, depending on the financial resources available to the local organizations conducting the count.) The success of mountain gorilla conservation efforts in Uganda and Rwanda stands as a testament to the power of dedicated conservation initiatives. Through collaborative efforts between governments, conservation organizations, local communities, and international partners, significant strides have been made in protecting and restoring the habitat of mountain gorillas. As a result, mountain gorilla populations in both countries have seen steady growth in recent years, marking an extraordinary conservation success story. A gorilla…
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Malaria-Free Game Reserves ~ For those seeking an unforgettable Big 5 wildlife experience without the worry of malaria, South Africa offers an array of top-notch, malaria-free game reserves. These lodges provide a 4 to 5-star safari experience, allowing you to witness Africa’s most iconic wildlife in their natural habitat—safely and comfortably. If you’re looking for the ultimate luxury safari, don’t miss our Exclusive Use Safari Villas article, which highlights private escapes perfect for those seeking an even more intimate adventure. And if you’re traveling with young ones, be sure to check out our Kids at Game Lodges article, as many…
Despite a dramatic turn of events thanks to Typhoon Yagi, our Southeast Asia travel specialist, Jessica Klauzenberg, found herself exploring the rain-soaked streets of Hanoi in search of a steaming bowl of pho – she ended up finding one of the best spots in town. In this case, ‘town’ is Vietnam’s capital where old and new live peacefully beside one another, from the intricate pagodas to the buzz of a billion mopeds. Jess and the wonderful Ms Chi on a boat ride along the waters of Ninh Binh Jess’ first sojourn out of Hanoi was to the wildly beautiful Ninh Binh…
Tunisian national soccer players attend the team’s training session in Tunis, Tunisia 11 November 2024. Tunisia plays Madagascar in the CAN 2025 qualifiers at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria in South Africa on 14 November 2024. EPA/MOHAMED MESSARA by Thando Mpembe Thursday Nov 14, 2024. 09:00 Madagascar will have work to do to keep their Africa Cup of Nations qualification hopes alive when they face Tunisia at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa in Group A on Thursday evening.Kick-off is at 18:00 CAT (SA, GMT+2)The teams are playing the fixture in Tshwane due to the fact Madagascar is…
Talking rugby with Andy Nicol, Jason White and Calum Crowe Scotland weren’t clinical enough in key moments against South Africa. This has been a recurring theme for us in big games against the top teams. Does this team have a problem executing under pressure?Calum Crowe: There are times when players speak about missed opportunities and it feels like a bit of a smokescreen for the wider failings in a performance. But Scotland did blow several good chances to score against South Africa. It was a game they could have won had they shown greater accuracy in attack during the second half.…
When God created Adam out of the earth, Adam was alone, and it was not good. Even with creation complete, Adam did not find fulfilment. God took Eve out of Adam so they would be together (Genesis 2:7, 18-25). God created both men and women to be in his likeness, giving us value and dignity (Genesis 1:26-28). Both men and women reflect our Creator in their ability to think, to create, to love, to rule over creation, and to live holy lives. Both men and women reflect our Creator God. God formed woman from man’s side. She is (called) a…
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) board has imposed sanctions on Plateau United and Bendel Insurance for security lapses and violent incidents during recent home games on Matchday 11. These measures aim to curb fan violence in the league and foster a safer environment for all involved. Plateau United sanctions Following their Matchday 11 game against Rangers International on 10 November, Plateau United faced penalties for failing to ensure adequate security. This led to attacks on visiting team members and match officials. Additionally, fans threw objects onto the field, injuring an official—violations that seriously breached NPFL rules. The NPFL has…
Mombo and Little Mombo have won the esteemed US Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Award, Best Resort in Africa award! With exclusive access to a private area within Botswana’s renowned Moremi Game Reserve, Wilderness Mombo provides an unrivalled safari experience. The remarkable biodiversity of the Okavango Delta, dense predator populations, and an abundance of other wildlife species come together to earn Mombo’s title as the ‘Place of Plenty’. Stay well, Ultimate Africa President“I first visited Africa in the late 1980s. I came face to face with a wild elephant, and fell in love with being on safari! I…
Bisrat creates a dynamic tension, the quiet strength of her figures against the fierce energy of the background. It’s as if the figures are carrying forward despite everything, embodying a sense of endurance and transcendence. This juxtaposition, where the figures appear in harmony amidst chaos, captures the essence of survival and grace, showing us a pathway through the fire and inviting us to find our own strength in the face of life’s challenges. Dagim Abebe on the work of Bisrat Shibabaw The opening of Bisrat Shibabaw’s solo exhibition at Moa Anbessa art studio gallery in the heart of Kazanchis…
All is not well with the waters of Lake Kariba, the world’s largest human-made lake. A punishing drought has drained the huge reservoir close to record lows, raising the prospect that the Kariba Dam, which powers the economies of Zambia and Zimbabwe, may have to shut down for the first time in its 65-year history.Under the heat of the dry-season sun, the lake looks vast, serene. But, earlier this year, a severe effect of El Niño caused the worst mid-rainy season dry spell in southern Africa in a century.That has led to authorities rationing the water allowed to flow through…