World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on 27th September, is a momentous occasion to recognise the enormous potential of tourism to foster understanding, promote cultural exchange, and contribute to economic growth. This day, established by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in 1980, commemorates the adoption of the UNWTO Statutes back in 1970, a pivotal […]
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Article: Rudo Nhamoinesu “What a large herd of elephants and so many calves, I really don’t mind this roadblock!” We were brought to a halt by these magnificent creatures on our journey to Wilderness Davisons camp from the airstrip, my guide echoed my sentiments and excitement. Observing my delight, and once the “mothers” had kindly
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By Mornette Scott-Riddell It was during a short camping holiday with our daughter in Victoria Falls in August 2016 that we discovered a lifestyle that demanded closer inspection. Besides the obvious main attraction of the magnificent Falls itself and the vast expanse of African bush which surrounded it, we noticed a permanent holiday atmosphere which
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Article: Cath Conradie Images: Lance Conradie In the last Nzira edition you journeyed with us, a family with three kids aged 8, 6 and 2, as we evaded a lurking lion in Mana, had heaps of family fun in Kariba, explored the giant fig trees of the Vumba, and walked with a pangolin in the
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Images IFAW Every year on August 12th, wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists around the world come together to celebrate World Elephant Day. This special day serves as a global platform to raise awareness of the importance of elephant conservation, highlighting the challenges they face, and promoting their protection. Established in 2012, its aim is to shed
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YOUR GUIDE TO AFRICA Article & Images Wilderness Expanding the world’s wilderness Long before Africa was carved up into countries, before borders were established and fences were erected, the wildlife of the continent moved freely. Following the rain and ancient migratory paths in search of water and nutrients, great herds of antelope, zebra, elephant and
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Images John Smith In the realm of majestic creatures, few capture the imagination quite like the lion. With its regal presence and awe-inspiring roar, the lion has long been revered as the king of the animal kingdom. It is only fitting, then, that we dedicate a day to celebrate and raise awareness about these magnificent
Article and Images Chanyn-lee Zeelie Mya Zeelie is a spirited 4 year old safari guide, living at the beautiful Royal Malewane in the Greater Kruger National Park, South Africa. You can say it is was written in the stars to live a life out in the wilderness as both her parents are incredibly passionate about
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Article Luckmore Safuli As the heat baked the earth on a typical post-winter Hwange afternoon, a group of tourists leisurely sip wine from their glasses while gazing at a spectacular trooping of wild animals converging for a soothing drink. The idyllic outback, Mandabvu Camp, is situated in a specific location of Zimbabwe’s iconic national park
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Falling in love with the African way of life: Moving from Europe to Africa. By: TheAfriDane, Katarina Olesen Growing up in a classic suburban town where my school was around the corner, danger was learning to ride a bike without scraping my knees, and I have often encountered the question “Why Zimbabwe?”. If we haven’t
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