Lifestyle / Travel and tourism
Founded on cruelty, fuelled by money
Are we about to see the end of one of South Africa's most infamous practices - Captive Lion Breeding (CLB) for hunting and trading of their parts? If ...Published: 22 Nov 2018 at 11:56hrs | 1082 | by Andreas Wilson-Späth
Zimbabwe - safari destination of 2019?
Zimbabwe is growing in popularity and seems poised to make a run as one of 2019's hottest African safari destination...Published: 14 Nov 2018 at 13:37hrs | 545 | by Agencies
Politicians urged to shift focus from election results to rebuilding the nation
Politicians must accept last week's controversial election results, which saw Emmerson Mnangagwa elected leader of Zimbabwe after serving as interim p...Published: 08 Aug 2018 at 10:56hrs | 1113 | by Agencies
Authorities ducking and diving over Umbabat lion trophy hunt
SOUTH AFRICA - An extraordinary cat and mouse game is being played out in Mpumalanga over the baiting and shooting of what could be a much-loved Umbab...Published: 26 Jun 2018 at 08:56hrs | 1068 | by Adam Cruise
Are You Thinking of Living in Spain? Here are the Pros You should Know about
Spain is a lovely country, and there’s no denying that it has its own unique and special charm which has attracted tourists for years. The country i...Published: 22 Jun 2018 at 16:43hrs | 1252 | by Khulani David Ndhlovu
ZTA appoints VFS Global to promote Zimbabwe as a tourist destination in India and GCC region
In a move to enhance destination awareness and foster market visibility, the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has appointed VFS Global to promote Zimb...Published: 14 Jun 2018 at 14:44hrs | 823 | by Agencies
Anti-poaching boost for Zimbabwe as Japan partners Zimparks
Japan has partnered the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority in its quest to curb the illegal killing if elephants.In a move that ...Published: 21 May 2018 at 17:10hrs | 908 | by Simiso Mlevu
Captive cheetah breeding is reaching epidemic proportions in South Africa
An extremely worrying trend is emerging in South Africa, where cheetahs are bred on demand, taken away from their mothers to ...Published: 12 Apr 2018 at 10:25hrs | 2571 | by Louise de Waal
WATCH: A Taste Of Zimbabwe by UK bloggers
From safaris to the rich history of the nation to the wonder of the world that is Victoria Falls, our video of #Zimbabwe was made possible with thanks...Published: 02 Apr 2018 at 10:39hrs | 1384 | by Implausibleblog
Tourism geared to turn around Zimbabwe economy
Zimbabwe's tourism industry should soon turn around the economy through increased tourism activity at the country's tourism resort areas.Zimba...Published: 21 Mar 2018 at 14:33hrs | 970 | by Derick Tsimba
Europeans are major smugglers of Southern African reptiles
The European Union is a major destination for illegally smuggled live snakes, lizards and tortoises from southern Africa, posing a serious threat to t...Published: 15 Mar 2018 at 10:00hrs | 2079 | by Adam Cruise
The second Giants Club Summit addresses the survival of our elephants
The second Giants Club Summit meets in Kasane over the next few days, uniting African leadership with global science, finance and influence to acceler...Published: 15 Mar 2018 at 09:53hrs | 518 | by Dr Louise de Waal
Adoption of Victoria Falls (SEZ) to boost tourism arrivals in marginalised Mat North
The Government of Zimbabwe is set to consider the adoption of the Victoria Falls Tourism Special Economic Zone corridor approach which will go a long ...Published: 16 Feb 2018 at 12:01hrs | 1457 | by Maxwell Teedzai
Inclusive Growth Key to Trend in Global Tourism Sector - Chiwenga
Speaking at the on-going official opening of the Stakeholder Consultative Workshop for the National Toursim Sector Strategy taking place at the Harare...Published: 08 Feb 2018 at 13:55hrs | 1520 | by Maxwell Teedzai
Rhino Poaching Stats: Slight Decrease But still Far Too High
The small decrease in overall poaching in 2017 has been overshadowed by a growing concern for the increase and broad...Published: 26 Jan 2018 at 09:54hrs | 309 | by Louzel Lombard Steyn
Confusion as Zimbabwe promises review of elephant exports amidst global condemnation
Three weeks after 31 young elephants ...Published: 23 Jan 2018 at 10:37hrs | 1344 | by Adam Cruise and Christina Russo
Elephant calves exported from Zimbabwe as China bans ivory trade
China has reportedly imported more than 30 wild caught elephant calves from Zimbabwe in a controversial if not cynical move which took place on the ve...Published: 02 Jan 2018 at 13:20hrs | 11170 | by Christina Russo and Adam Cruise
'Explore business opportunities in tourism industry'
Stakeholders have been urged to explore business opportunities in the tourism industry for quick wins in Mashonaland Central Province to catch up with...Published: 26 Dec 2017 at 11:33hrs | 933 | by Staff Reporter
Honeymoon in Hawaii: The Island of Oahu
Oahu is an insanely beautiful island, it is the third largest in the Hawaiian archipelago and, probably, the most famous. Do you remember the incredib...Published: 25 Dec 2017 at 15:00hrs | 1229 | by Agencies
Team Ncube captures Victoria Falls
Carl Joshua Ncube has now settled in Zimbabwe and in typical fashion has already stamped his authority on the tourist town of Victoria Falls by settin...Published: 11 Dec 2017 at 11:47hrs | 3134 | by Agencies
Become an African Travel Blogger in five easy steps
Africa is a diverse and beautiful continent that doesn't get enough credit. That is why everyone needs to consider starting their own African travel b...Published: 22 Nov 2017 at 13:10hrs | 700 | by Staff Reporter
South African Elephant Baker Wins 'Cake Oscar'
South African master baker Dot Klerck is flying the flag high for South African wildlife conservation after winning the Best Showpiece award at the in...Published: 08 Nov 2017 at 07:12hrs | 1162 | by Louzel Lombard
Good relations and investment with Zimbabwe: One man triggered change
HARARE - Tourism has a lot to do with it. There is more than one good reason why the world should rethink foreign relations with Zimbabwe? The time wi...Published: 31 Oct 2017 at 07:29hrs | 1767 | by EINPresswire
Elephants and mango crops saved in difficult rescue
Three bull elephants were saved from being shot and further damage to mango orchards averted after the bulls broke through the fences of a game reserv...Published: 12 Sep 2017 at 11:22hrs | 1018 | by Adam Cruise
What you need to know before your embark on your safari adventure
Embarking on a Safari Adventure is a once in a lifetime endeavour. The wildlife found in Tanzania is majestic and beautiful. It's no wonder that so ma...Published: 22 Aug 2017 at 11:51hrs | 1065 | by Staff Reporter
Miss Tourism Zimbabwe on fastjet's new Places Magazine cover
HARARE - fastjet's reimagined inflight magazine Places this month features Miss Tourism Zimbabwe 2016 Ashley Morgen on the cover. Dressed by celebrate...Published: 02 Aug 2017 at 07:18hrs | 660 | by Agencies
Irregularities surrounding death of Cecil the Lion's son
The death of Cecil's son, Xanda at the hands of trophy hunters on 7 July is mired in confusion. He was shot just outside Zimbabwe's Hwange National Pa...Published: 01 Aug 2017 at 09:27hrs | 984 | by Adam Cruise
Zimbabwe should not allow export of Xanda's remains without a full investigation, says HSI
In a letter to The Honorable Oppah Muchinguri MP, the Minister of Environment, Water and Climate of Zimbabwe, Humane Society International is calling ...Published: 26 Jul 2017 at 16:08hrs | 807 | by Agencies
Our ultimate tourists destination doing its best
This Saturday the 22nd of July 2017 is one day to remember as the desire by the Kariba people to be tidy continues to surge to higher levels. Sometime...Published: 23 Jul 2017 at 17:16hrs | 493 | by MuHwisiry Chaiyeiye - Patsaka Correspondent
Adoption of tourism masterplan could have boosted council benefits council at carnival 17
GREATER HARARE which comprises of Harare City, Chitungwiza Municipality, Norton Town Council, Epworth and Ruwa Local Boards could benefit immensely fr...Published: 22 Jul 2017 at 22:12hrs | 255 | by Maxwell Teedzai
Big cats worldwide threatened by SA lion bone trade - EIA
Asian demand for tiger wine and other products is creating a crisis for big cats across the world, according to a study just released by the Environme...Published: 17 Jul 2017 at 15:33hrs | 1216 | by Don Pinnock Environmental journalist
Genting casino's 'Live' section attracts more punters than ever
There's a lot to be said about anyone wanting to bet on a game or try their luck with slots. The individuals who get into betting – be it in casino ...Published: 29 Jun 2017 at 17:38hrs | 641 | by Mafu Sithabile
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15 places to travel to when you're studying Engineering
There are many different types of engineering degrees, ranging from electrical to biomedical. All the different types of engineering have one thing in...Published: 29 Jun 2017 at 16:56hrs | 1039 | by Staff Reporter
Rescued elephant calf adopted
An orphaned baby elephant has been fully accepted into a semi-wild elephant herd at Camp Jabulani outside Hoedspruit in a rare success story. ...Published: 18 May 2017 at 10:36hrs | 1643 | by Melissa Reitz
Hwange lion killings undermine conservation efforts
Two endangered lionesses were killed after being lured out of Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe to a hunting trap set up using ...Published: 12 May 2017 at 09:35hrs | 1830 | by Oscar Nkala
A tested leader: No stopping for Mzembi
PRETORIA - "Africa's time is now!" This is the message that South Africa's Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa is trying to get across, while endorsing her...Published: 01 May 2017 at 21:09hrs | 687 | by EINPresswire
Poaching and budget crises spur dehorning move in Africa's 'rhino conservation cradle'
IT would have been unthinkable just a few years ago that rhinos would be dehorned for their own protection in a park as large and famous as the Hluhlu...Published: 24 Apr 2017 at 17:38hrs | 615 | by Tony Carnie
Statement by the Chairperson of the UNWTO Regional Commission for Africa Hon. Dr. W. Mzembi
ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA - In Addis Ababa, Ethiopia the Fifty-ninth meeting of the UNWTO Commission for Africa and High-level Meeting on Chinese Outbound...Published: 21 Apr 2017 at 12:31hrs | 1134 | by Dr. Walter Mzembi
Leopards in the crossfire
If cats do have nine lives, leopards are on their last. Especially the big, strong males of the species as the DEA seems set on reintroducing leopard ...Published: 23 Mar 2017 at 13:11hrs | 962 | by Janine Avery
Timbavati Reserve plan to hunt a super tusker may be a bridge to far
Private game reserves with open fences to Kruger Park have applied for permission to shoot 34 elephants, among them an iconic trophy bull, as well as ...Published: 09 Mar 2017 at 12:14hrs | 719 | by Don Pinnock, Environmental journalist
We can sell rhino horn says SA Environment Minister Edna Molewa
According to the Department of Environmental Affairs, the time has come to sell rhino horn. Speaking in a Parliamentary portfolio committee on Tuesday...Published: 21 Feb 2017 at 20:13hrs | 286 | by Don Pinnock
WATCH: Teacher has personalized handshakes with every one of his students
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0jgcyfC2r8...Published: 02 Feb 2017 at 10:42hrs | 1503 | by Staff Reporter
Marine experts say decision could wipe out SA's fish stocks
SA's top marine scientists are shocked by the Environmental Department's (DEA) recent decision to allow fishing in the Tsitsikamma Marine Protected Ar...Published: 02 Feb 2017 at 10:30hrs | 252 | by Melissa Reitz
SA Public has no time to contest sale of lion bones
South Africa is about to permit the export of lion bones to produce fake tiger wine but has given the public almost no time to object. The permit will...Published: 30 Jan 2017 at 11:14hrs | 493 | by Don Pinnock Environmental journalist
Online gambling regulations in Africa (South Africa)
Gambling is on the rise in Africa, with some of the largest sub-Saharan economies such as South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya identified as the largest an...Published: 30 Jan 2017 at 06:43hrs | 1064 | by June Mpofu
Formal launch for Mzembi to become Secretary General of UNWTO
HARARE - A formal launch has been made of the candidature of Dr. Walter Mzembi, Minister of Tourism and the Hospitality Industry of the Republic of Zi...Published: 05 Jan 2017 at 20:05hrs | 608 | by Stuart Comberbach
Unethical Namibian Hunters to blame for poor international image of Trophy hunting
Hunters who engage in unethical and illegal practices are largely to blame for the decline in the 'overall acceptance' of trophy hunting by the genera...Published: 19 Dec 2016 at 09:30hrs | 920 | by Oscar Nkala
Botswana bans elephant-back rides
From the end of this month, no elephants will be permitted to be ridden in Botswana. Abu Camp, the only facility that allowed elephant back riding in ...Published: 14 Dec 2016 at 09:48hrs | 1593 | by Don Pinnock Environmental journalist
South African arrested in Mozambique's Limpopo National Park on poaching charge
A South African, Pieter Jansen van Rensberg, has been arrested on a charge of poaching inside the protected buffer zone of the Mozambique's Parque Nac...Published: 13 Dec 2016 at 11:09hrs | 1721 | by Don Pinnock Environmental journalist
Elephant ambassador Charlie felled by poacher’s guns
Tracking collars and sophisticated telemetary are a good way to see where wild elephants roam. They can also lead gr...Published: 06 Dec 2016 at 15:30hrs | 1758 | by Don Pinnock
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