Travel to Africa We are looking to do a Safari in Kenya and then we would like to go to Zanzibar. Is it best to fly to Zanzibar or has any one done the drive? Flights seemed pricey for just a one hour flight. submitted by /u/Sarthor44

Looking for the next big adventure for my boys and father after incredible Africa safari last year… I’m very fortunate that I was able to take my sons (5 & 8) to Africa last year along with my able and healthy father. We camped along the rivers in Botswana and self drove across 5 countries. It was very challenging and rewarding. The boys will be 7 & 10 next year. I’m looking for the next big adventure. I was thinking trekking through Nepal or …

South Africa Police Try Siege Tactics on Illegal Mining, Igniting Debate The police have cut off food and water to miners for weeks in a bid to force them out of an abandoned mine. Human rights advocates and community leaders call the tactics inhumane.

East Africa – doable on a budget? Hi all. I’m planning a trip to East Africa in February 2025 to either Tanzania and Kenya or just Madagascar. I love a good safari but I love experiencing vastly different cultures more (and I’m from NYC). Would I get a cooler experience in Madagascar? Or in Tanzania&Kenya? Is it possible to do all three countries? Budget for myself is approx $5…

Is South Africa worth going to after Serengeti? Is it that much of a hassle / We are planning a vacation and we really want to go on Safari. While most people I know went to Kruger, we wanted something a bit more authentic and wild for our first safari experience so naturally, we started looking at the Serengeti and Masaimara. Problem, is after the safari, we want to tack a couple days on in Cape Town. There are only thr…

Beach towns in South Africa – difference between west coast and south? Does anyone have a nice overview of what the difference between SA coasts are? I am looking for an active beach town that has nice sports activities, some restaurants etc. Think Australian Gold coast, even Bondi area, Monterrey CA etc. submitted by /u/Mitaslaksit

South Africa, by car – solo female traveler Hey, I’m going for the first time to SA, I’d appreciate any advice and if you could take a look at my schedule. I’m going in the middle of January til middle of February, after I’ll fly to Sri Lanka. Cape town 3 nights Mossel 3 nights Wilderness 3 nights Tsitsikamma 3 nights Amakhala 3 nights Umhlanga 1 night Drakensberg Mountains 4 nights Val…

Why Africa Is Breaking Apart submitted by /u/brandonhombre

South Africa 4×4 camper/pick-up Hello, where is the best place to buy a 4×4 camper or pickup for our trip to South Africa, will also go to Botswana and Namibia and then store it for following years (plan is to return every or every other year). Thanks in advance submitted by /u/Practical-Progress-4

From Smuggling Gold Out of Africa to Bridging Bitcoin and Cardano A longtime regular on the crypto scene, Sovryn and BitcoinOS founder Edan Yago learned the importance of financial sovereignty at an early age.

Tanzania / Africa Travel in late May and early June Hi, I am planning to visit Tanzania at the end of May and early June for 3-weeks next year for my honeymoon. I have seen very mixed things online about the weather in Tanzania in June with it being the edge of rainy season? The plan would be to go to Zanzibar first and then to a safari and Mt Kilimanjaro afterwards. With it being such a speci…

Solo Road Trip to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana & Namibia end of Nov 2024, wanna join? I just booked a solo road trip to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana & Namibia end of Nov 2024. It’ll be for 18 days, starting and ending in Johannesburg. I booked a camper 4×4 that can sleep 2 people. Looking to share the adventure and split the cost with a fellow traveller! I’m 29M, traveled to 50+ countries with a ton of experience driving in a…

Inspired by Africa: Arsenal unveil amazing away kit Arsenal have celebrated the African heritage with their away kit for the 2024-25 season.

Sabi Sands, South Africa 2 of my favourite shots of my wildlife photography. Was able to encounter these big cats at Sabi Sands Nature Reserve at Kruger National Park in South Africa, back in 2022 submitted by /u/SadPea7

Keeping costs down self drive Botswana, Namibia, South Africa Hello, I am trying to plan a 3 week self drive camping holiday in southern Africa probably for June 2025 for my wife, myself and an 8 year old. Ideally I want to have some time in the Okavango (dream for my wife) but I am open to suggestions that can help keep the budget in order. From what I have seen it would be best to fly into either Johanne…

Should I go to South Africa? So I’m a photographer and I have an opportunity to go on a photographers retreat to South Africa in November (I’m from NJ). There would be 10 other photographers going and we would be staying in a really nice bungalow type place and will have all meals during our trip provided by a chef. Everything is included in the cost except for flight. We w…

Yellow fever vaccine requirements for South Africa I’m traveling to South Africa soon, and I see that they require a yellow fever vaccine if you’re coming from or have transited through a country that is part of the yellow fever belt. I’m American and will be flying from the US, but I traveled to Panama (a yellow fever country) recently. When I arrive in South Africa, it will have been approxim…

Travel in East Africa advice I’m planning a trip to Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda. I have a couple of questions Are public transport/ buses between cities reliable in any of these countries. I’m trying to avoid tours except where needed (safari’s, trekking to the gorilla’s). I already know now to travel at night. I’m planning to do gorilla trekking in Uganda so am looking for …

What American candy to take to East Africa? Hi, I’ll be heading back to Tanzania/Zanzibar in December. I know it’ll be very hot and humid so I don’t want to take chocolate, anything else they might not have there that people would like? I took skittles last time, but found out they could get them there. Thanks, appreciate any recommendations! submitted by /u/monarow

For South Africa’s Cabinet, Bigger May Not Mean Better To accommodate a broad and diverse alliance of parties, President Cyril Ramaphosa increased the size of his executive team. Now the challenge is getting a diverse group of politicians to agree.