Ethiopia: Bureau to Commemorate Historic Victory
[Ethiopian Herald] -The Illubabur Zone Culture and Tourism Bureau has announced preparations to celebrate the 84th anniversary of the Battle of Sambé, in line with Ethiopian Patriots Day, which will take place this Monday.
Nigeria: Nigerian Travel Enthusiast Aims to Set New Guinness World Record in 70 Hours
[Premium Times] She aims to beat the current record set by two Indians in Melbourne, Australia, on 7 December 2022.
South Africa: Renowned Cartoonist to Move to Cape Town to Finish His Life’s Work
[GroundUp] Mogorosi Motshumi is finishing two graphic books
South Africa: Robben Island Museum Revamp On Track
[SAnews.gov.za] Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala says he is satisfied with the progress being made to spruce up the Robben Island Museum and preserve its iconic heritage site status.
Liberia: Top Liberia Singer Files U.S.$65k Lawsuit Against Air Côte d’Ivoire Over Lost Luggage and Emotional Distress
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — Raquel Hage, a renowned recording artist and top Liberian singer, has filed a US$65,000 lawsuit against Air Côte d’Ivoire, claiming the airline is responsible for the loss of her luggage and the emotional distress cau…
Nigeria: ‘Detty’ December – Lagos Generates $71.6m From Tourism, Entertainment
[Daily Trust] Lagos State government says over $71.6 million revenue was generated across tourism, hospitality and entertainment sectors during the yuletide in the state.
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Revives Heritage Sites to Boost Tourism, Economy
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA-Ethiopia is making significant efforts in preserving and reopening its heritage sites that would bring notable outcomes in boosting its tourism and economy and generating jobs, sources closer to the issue said.
Mauritius: Closing of the International Kreol Festival in Mahébourg – Embracing Our Anchors
[Mauritius Tourism] Over two centuries ago, cannon fire echoed across the Grand Port bay, marking the island’s tumultuous history. Today, the vibrant sound of the Kreol Festival transforms the Mahébourg Waterfront, where tourists marvel at the col…
Egypt: Tourism Ministry Refutes Claims of Mr Beast Renting Giza Pyramids for Filming
[Egypt Online] Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has officially denounced the swirling rumours across various news outlets and social media platforms suggesting that American YouTuber Mr Beast secured a 100-hour rental of the Giza pyramids ar…
Rwanda: Rwanda, Steve Harvey Ink Tourism, Investment Deal
[New Times] The government of Rwanda and American comedian and television host Steve Harvey’s company BILT LLC, on Monday, December 16, signed an agreement to promote tourism and investment in Rwanda.