Egypt aborts controversial pyramid renovation plan
Egypt has decided to abandon a contentious proposal to reapply ancient granite cladding on the pyramid of Menkaure, the smallest among the trio of...
Ghana signs visa waiver agreement with Bahamas
Ghanaian travellers heading to the Bahamas for short stays no longer need to obtain a visa. Instead, they must acquire an electronic travel authorization...
Step into Tanzania’s Cultural Tapestry: Explore 45+ Tribal Homes at Dar El Salam’s Village...
The Village Museum in Dar El Salam showcases over 45 houses from Tanzania's 120 tribes, aiming to connect future generations with their roots.
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Kenya launches initiatives to attract tourists from West Africa
The driving force behind this initiative is the "West Africa Roadshow" program, as revealed by the Acting CEO of KTB, John Chirchir, during a pivotal meeting heralding the commencement of a series of roadshows in Nigeria and Ghana.
Zanzibar beer: Alcohol shortage hits Tanzania’s spice islands
Zanzibar, known for its stunning beaches, is grappling with a shortage of alcohol, posing a threat to its booming tourism industry. The shortage has...
150th Sagrenti War Anniversary: Thousands throng Manhyia Palace for Kuntunkuni Durbar
The durba was named after the traditional mourning cloth of the Asantes, called Kuntunkuni, hence the name “Kuntunkuni Durba”.
South Africa to prevent auction of historic Mandela artifacts
The 75 artifacts belonging to Mandela, the country's first democratically elected president who spent 27 years in jail for his anti-apartheid struggle against the white minority government,
Initial batch of looted artefacts arrive in Ghana
The artifacts, transported via a United Airlines flight, are set to be formally presented to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, on Thursday, February 8, 2024.
Morocco plans new laws to combat art forgeries in growing market
Morocco is planning on passing new laws and strengthening penalties to combat art forgeries in order to protect a multimillion dollar art market that...
Kenya waives visa registration fee for six African nations
Kenya has waived entry fees for passport holders from South Africa and six other countries, following widespread criticism of the recently introduced $30 fee.
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