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Smart Solutions To Sharing Your Travels
Documenting The Journey – Smart Solutions To Sharing Your Travels Travelling offers a unique opportunity to create lasting memories, but…
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Safari Wonders
Safari Wonders: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Tourism in Africa Africa is filled with wonder and adventure, drawing explorers worldwide…
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Promote Sustainable Tourism through Trekking
How to Promote Sustainable Tourism through Trekking Sustainable tourism evaluates and considers its current and future economic, social, and environmental…
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Immersive Aquatic Adventures
Be prepared to discover some of the most gorgeous underwater vistas in existence! From vibrant coral reefs teeming with exotic…
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The Pollution Problem In Africa
Due to climate change, Africa – the continent with the second-largest land area and population – is experiencing significant challenges.…
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Embarking on a Masai Mara Safari: Top Reasons to Go
Masai Mara Adventure: The Top Reasons You Should Choose This Unforgettable Safari Destination The Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya,…
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Best Hotels for Sports Tourism in Las Vegas
Choosing The Best Hotel For a Sports Holiday Sports tourism is the perfect way to enjoy your passion and hobby…
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Preparing for a Multi-Day Backpacking Trip
Even an extra fork can weigh you down when packing for a multi-day backpacking trip! Everything you take is carried…
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Reasons to Visit Egypt if You Love Architecture
Have you just seen the tall avenues and beauty of Dubai and now you are planning a direct trip from…
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What remains of Carthage?
Once known as a powerful trading empire, the Phoenician city of Carthage spanned the entire area of the south Mediterranean…
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10 of the Most Stunning Hiking Treks in Africa
A trekking tour is a chance for nature lovers to fulfil their dreams. As you ascend to the summit, it…
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Top 5 African Luxury Experiences
Africa is often left out when people are searching for a luxury destination to escape their everyday lives. However, the…
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RCB look to Faf du Plessis leadership for Maiden Title
The Royal Challengers Bangalore remain in pursuit of a maiden Indian Premier League. Perhaps the 2022 edition of the IPL…
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16 Of The Best Hikes In Africa
Looking for some of the best hikes in Africa? Hiking in Africa requires more energy than standard walks because of…
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Top 10 Unusual Attractions in South Africa
South Africa’s.. Different Attractions South Africa is a lush country with diverse culture, cuisines, wildlife, and unmatched natural beauty. It…
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The Best Luxury Hotels In Cape Town
We have put together for you the most luxurious hotels in Cape Town Our team have spent hundreds of hours…
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8 Most Beautiful Beaches in Africa
What are the 8 Most Beautiful Beaches in Africa? Africa is surrounded by multiple bodies of water, including the Atlantic…
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Things You May Not Know About South Africa and Why You Should Visit
Whenever you hear Africa, you’d probably hear about South Africa because it is believed to be the heart of Africa.…
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Why South Africa Has Always Been a Top Tourist Destination
When we talk about Africa, South Africa can never be ignored as the country is one of the top tourist…
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How do they celebrate Christmas in Africa?
Christmas In South Africa South Africans celebrate Christmas in the summer since the country is located in the Southern Hemisphere.…
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10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Africa
Africa, popularly known as the Black continent, and is very rich in Ethnic diversity and cultural heritage. Every reason to…
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10 Traditional South African Dishes you cannot resist
When it comes to excellent cooking and dishes, Africa is amongst the most diverse. For instance, the South African cuisine…
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Best Golf Courses in Africa
What many do not know is that the continent now has over 800 golf courses, making it easy to pair…
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Best Places To Scuba Dive In Africa
Those looking for a top-notch marine safari, here are some of the best diving spots in Africa for you to…
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Riders For Health – Providing Motorbikes for Health Workers in Africa
Riders for Health (Riders) is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) working to ensure access to safe transportation for all health…
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Akon Secures $6 Billion Contract To Build His Crypto City In Africa
United States engineering company KE International has awarded a $6 billion contract to Senegal’s Senegalese-American singer and entrepreneur Akon to…
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Cape Town chef to take charge of the kitchen in the 2016 Tour de France
Cape Town born Lindsay Venn, former Executive Chef now turned Food and Beverage Manager at Tsogo Sun’s Southern Sun The…
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How to Become a Tour Guide In South Africa
Tourist guides in South Africa are some of the most important people in the travel trade. They interact on a…
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Alaska – The Snowy Land
Alaska draws people from the world over to see its wilderness and the wildlife, snow clad mountains and massive glaciers,…
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Mhondoro Safari Lodge diverts food production to support local community in need
Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa has successfully started organic food production at Platbank, its newly acquired farm bordering the Welgevonden…
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TBCSA Lobbies For Reopening Of International Inbound Tourism
JOHANNESBURG, 4 June 2020 – South Africa’s tourism private-sector, under the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA), have been…
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Lockdown Through the Eyes of a Nature Guide
Kruger National Park, 03 May 2020 – South Africas’ Tourism Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, would do well to spend just R30…
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TKZN Kickstarts Online SME Business Advisory Workshops
Durban, 03 June 2020 – With the tourism sector hardest hit by the national lockdown to slow down the spread…
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President Hotel Implements Health And Safety Protocols
Bookings for the President Hotel here The Covid-19 pandemic has forced the global hospitality industry to re-imagine how it will…
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Gåte at Quoin Rock Brings Fine-Dining to Your Doorstep
Cape Town, 22 May 2020 – Gåte Restaurant @QuoinRock Wine Estate in Stellenbosch is offering an unparalleled three-course tasting journey curated…
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Overseas Money Transfer Transaction Tips
The technological advancements that make modern life simple and easy are also the technological advancements that come with quite in-depth…
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An Ode to the Durban Curry
If you can read this whole story without laughing then you’ve probably never tasted a real Durban curry. I was…
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Why do people have so many accidents in Florida?
Florida. The sunshine state. Bursting with beaches, theme parks, wildlife, families on vacation and plenty of retirees enjoying the hot…
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Reasons to Choose Cape Town for a Dental Vacation
Medical (aka Health or Wellness) Tourism is a growing niche as more and more tourists travel to the stunning city…
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Bid on Luxury Getaways to Raise Funds for Vulnerable Communities
In the spirit of giving back during the global pandemic #lockdown, the Caleo Foundation has launched a #bednightsforfoodparcels fundraising initiative to…
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Tourism Film Festival Launches Africa Award Winners Showreel
Johannesburg, South Africa, 11 May 2020 – The International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFFA) has released the winning entries for…
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How To Make The Most Of Your Travels
Having spent close to 15 years reviewing some of the world’s most iconic travel destinations, sustainable tourism places, and forgotten…
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Global Cleanliness Council to Promote Higher Standards
Marriott International to roll out enhanced technology to help counter COVID-19 virus spreadNew multi-pronged platform details increased safety measures for…
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How To Improve Your Writing Skills
Tourism students often fail to obtain high grades for their academic projects because of poor quality. It’s induced because of…
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10 Gadgets That Will Change Your Travel Experience
Whether you’re the type to hostel hop through European capitals, likes to trek and camp in the midst of untouched…
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Cape Town Launches Worth Waiting For Campaign
Cape Town, 28 April 2020 – Cape Town Tourism has launched a new campaign with the theme “We Are Worth…
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SA Celebrates Freedom Day Under Lockdown
Monday, 27 April 2020 – Today is an important landmark in South Africa’s history; Freedom Day. To acknowledge the great…
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100 Million Job Losses in Travel & Tourism Sector
London, 24 April 2020 – An estimated 100 million job losses in the Travel & Tourism due to the coronavirus…
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Understanding Environmental Tourism – Part 1
Understanding Environmental Tourism This series on Environmental Tourism is published in three parts. Part 1 deals with the main impact…
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How To Resolve a Timeshare Complaint
Resolving a timeshare complaint in southern Africa has been made a lot simpler. According to the Vacation Ownership Association of…
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Understanding Environmental Tourism – Part 2
Part 1 in this series covers environmental impacts. Part 2 deals with the environmental impacts of tourism from a global perspective. Environmental Impacts…
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Understanding Environmental Tourism – Part 3
Part 1 in this series covered environmental impacts, while Part 2 dealt with the environmental impacts of tourism from a global perspective.…
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How To Tap Into The Ecotourism Niche Market
For tourism organisations wanting to tap into the growing ecotourism niche tourism market, the International Ecotourism Society provides the answers.…
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How To Move On From Losing Your Job
Anyone who has yet to experience the heart-wrenching emotional and financial turmoil of unexpectedly losing a job should count themselves…
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How To Become A Travel Photographer
Nowadays, just about anyone with a DSLR camera can take pretty good images of iconic travel locations and publish them…
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Lockdown Offers Great Opportunities For Hotels
Durban, 17 April 2020 – According to ANEW Hotels and Resorts (ANEW) chief executive officer, Clinton Armour, the COVID-19-induced lockdown…
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Tourism Sector Collaborates To Develop A Recovery Plan
Johannesburg, 16 April 2020 – According to travel and tourism industry leaders who participated in a series of webinars hosted…
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Hospitality & Destination Reviews – Apply Now
If you are interested in having your Safari Lodge, Hotel, Guesthouse, Destination, Tourism Activity / Attraction, or Tourism Transport product…
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DA Proposes Smart Lockdown Solution
Cape Town, 13 April 2020 – The Democratic Alliance (DA) will be submitting their Smart Lockdown working paper to President…
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10 Proven and Effective Tips for Successful Saltwater Fishing for Beginners
Tips For Saltwater Fishing for Beginners Saltwater fishing is a relaxing activity that many aspiring first time anglers want to…
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An Opportunity To Sharpen The Vision Of Intra-Africa Travel Together
Johannesburg, 04 April 2020 – There is no doubt that COVID-19 uncertainties have had a severe impact on the global…
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Tintswalo Backs ‘Cans With Purpose’ As COVID-19 Relief Initiative #TintswaloCares
The world is reeling from the startling effects of the global pandemic COVID-19, and here in South Africa poverty-stricken children…
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A Message of Courage in a Time of Crisis
Eshowe, KwaZulu-Natal, 02 April 2020 – Isibindi Africa Lodges founder, Brett Gehren, has released a moving video in which he…
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New Frog Species Discovered in South Africa
Cape Town, 01 April 2020 – A new frog species discovered in the Western Cape province of South Africa, so closely…
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Tips on Caring for Cats and Dogs
Nairobi, 26 March 2020 – Although experts from the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and…
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South Africa Enters Second Phase of Lockdown
Pretoria, 23 March 2020 – Today, South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation to announce an enforced a nation-wide lockdown…
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In Memorium: Sol Kerzner 1935–2020
Cape Town, 20 March 2020 – The travel & tourism industry mourns the passing of Solomon (Sol) Kerzner who died…
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Travel Restrictions at South African Airports
Johannesburg, 20 March 2020 – Airports Company South Africa has, together with other relevant aviation authorities, implemented air travel restrictions…
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Best Year Round Shark Diving Site in South Africa
Protea Banks, situated 7.5 km offshore from Shelly Beach on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, is the best year-round dive site…
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Statement from World Travel & Tourism Council
Lives being devastated and one million jobs a day being lost due to coronavirus pandemic says World Travel & Tourism…
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Join the Commonwealth Youth Council as a Global Ambassador
London, 19 March 2020 – The Commonwealth has extended the deadline for Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) membership applications to 05…
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Mauritius Bans All Inbound Flights
Mauritius, 18 March 2020 – The Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, has announced today that no commercial aircraft…
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South Africa Event Cancellations
South Africa, 17 March 2020 – In response to the 15 March statement by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announcing measures to…
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Coronavirus Countermeasures at Vergelegen Wine Estate
For centuries, the owners of Vergelegen have welcomed visitors to this beautiful wine estate in the heart of Somerset West.…
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Corona Virus Cancellations Policy Template
Ever since the announcement that South Africa is in Lockdown against the spread of Corovirus (COVID-19), TourismTattler has received a…
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South Africa in Lockdown against COVID-19
Pretoria, 16 March 2020 – South Africa’s President Cyril Rhamaphosa announced measures to combat the spread of Corovirus (COVID-19) on…
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Quoin Rock Manor House: The Ultimate Wedding Venue
Cape Town, 13 March 2020 – Quoin Rock Wine Estate is renown for its exceptional wine and cuisine. However, one…
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Ten Travel Insurance Tips to Prevent a Coronavirus Nightmare
Outbreaks of infectious diseases such as Ebola – and now Coronavirus (COVID-19) – can scupper the best-laid travel plans. While saving…
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Thailand Tourism Prepares For WTM Africa 2020
Cape Town, 11 March 2020 – WTM Africa is well known as a hub for business-to-business (B2B) development within the…
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WWF-SA Backs New Sustainability Award In Wine And Food Tourism
Cape Town, 10 March 2020 – For tourism in South Africa to raise its contribution to GDP, expand economic opportunity…
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Value Added Tax in the Tourism Industry
Value Added Tax (VAT) charged to clients in the Tourism Industry can be a minefield, especially when dealing with foreign…
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iStore Revokes Study Partner Deal for Tourist Guides
This opinion piece by Francois Collin, Media Liason Officer at the National Federation of Tourist Guides and Affiliates (NFTGA), recounts…
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Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, a five-star premium eco-luxury lodge, is set in a pristine Milkwood forest overlooking Walker Bay in…
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Tequila, Tapas and Jazz in Cape Town this March
Cape Town, 05 March 2020 – To coincide with the Cape Town Jazz Festival, The Table Bay Hotel Food &…
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Beyond the Secret Elephants
There’s nothing so quintessential as a quiet weekend in Knysna with a book you can’t put down – except perhaps…
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Drogba Scores Tourism Win for Côte d’Ivoire
Abidjan, 25 February 2020 – International soccer star Didier Drogba has helped his birthplace, Côte d’Ivoire, strike gold by helping…
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Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
Tswalu is a vast, magical land of infinite possibility, with sweeping vistas and a liberating sense of space. The green…
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Social Media Marketing – Part 2
In part two of this series, TourismTattler asks some pertinent questions that should be answered before embarking on a social media…
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Wine and Braai Pop-Up at Le Grand Domaine
Stellenbosch, 22 February 2020 – Food and wine have always been a complimentary pair and they’re best savoured outdoors in the…
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Tented Adventures
Committed to low impact environmental and eco-friendly accommodation, Tented Adventures’ Pilanesberg National Park Safari Camp, and Pretoriuskop Rest Camp in…
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Tenikwa Wildlife Rehab Centre
Fair Trade Tourism certifiedTenikwa Wildlife Rehabilitation and Awareness Centre, a non-profit organisation located close to Plettenberg Bay, uses tourism as…
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James Vos on eVisas and Tourism Growth
Cape Town, February 2020 – During President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of Nation Address, he announced the roll-out of Electronic Visas…
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LUX Resorts and Hotels
LUX* Resorts and Hotels has embarked on a journey towards a carbon-clean future, known as ‘Tread Lightly’. Working with Ecosur…
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How to Tread Lightly in Ecotourism
As a travel writer, I’ve visited many sustainable tourism destinations and eco-friendly hotels across the world. They’re doing their bit…
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Amakhala Safari Lodge
African tribal design-inspired owners and artists, Mike and Justine Weeks’ meticulous attention to detail is reflected in the fine African…
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All You Need to Know about Malaria and Antimalarials
This article shares advice for overseas travellers to malaria-risk areas, with specific relevance to South Africa.
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Sibuya Game Reserve
Located on the coast at Kenton on Sea in the Eastern Cape and spanning the magnificent Kariega Estuary on its…
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State of Democracy Report Reveals Challenges in Africa
ADDIS ABABA, 18 February 2020 – The Global State of Democracy (GSoD) 2019: Addressing the Ills, Reviving the Promise –…
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