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Trade News
ILIOS Travel Appoints New Sales Manager
ILIOS Travel has announced the appointment of Tom Jager as their Sales and New Business manager. Tom has extensive…
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Green Globe Certification Annual Awards winners
Green Globe awards are made to businesses achieving the highest number of certification criteria under the Green Globe Certification Standard…
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Porini Mara camp Awarded Gold Eco-rating
Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Safari Camps are proud to announce that Porini Mara Camp has been awarded a Gold Eco-rating…
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Trade News
STPP runner up in ESKOM Energy Efficiency Awareness Awards
The NAA-SA / go2natural partnership, now renamed the Sustainable Tourism Partnership Programme is truly proud to be the second runner…
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Responsible Tourism
Acting Responsibly, Growing Sustainably
So the holiday season is finally here, and for some establishments, this means going on holiday. For others, it means…
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Environment
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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Wildlife
How Do Sharks Breed?
Sharks have been a source of fascination and fear for humans throughout history. These apex predators have evolved over millions…
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Wildlife
Facts About Hippos
Hippos, or Hippopotamus amphibius, are intriguing creatures that have captured the hearts and minds of people across the globe. These…
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Wildlife
Amazing Shark Facts
Sharks are among the fascinating creatures in the ocean. With a long history dating back more than 400 million years,…
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Adventure Tourism
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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Accommodation
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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Trade News
Delheim Marks 10 Years of Mushroom Foraging
Step into Delheim’s mountainside forest and vineyards – without setting a foot outside. But you’ll have to be quick because…
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COVID-19
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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Sport Tourism
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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Trade News
Jock Safari Lodge Partners with Wilderness Foundation Africa
Jock Safari Lodge has formed an official long term partnership with the Wilderness Foundation Africa (WFA) to further conservation education…
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Reviews
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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Sustainable Tourism
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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Sustainable Tourism
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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Politics
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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Tourism
Dynamic Foresight Yields Exemplary Hotel Results
Cape Town, 27 January 2020 – The President Hotel, situated in Bantry Bay, yielded exemplary results this festive season, despite…
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Sustainable Tourism
Environmental Risks: The Worlds Biggest Challenge
The top five biggest challenges facing the world over the next decade are, for the first time, all related to…
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Adventure Tourism
Green Flag Hiking Trails Launched in Europe
In October 2019, trail professionals from 13 countries gathered on the island of Kythera, Greece, for the training of trail…
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Adventure Tourism
5 Best Hunting Trip Destinations
5 Best Hunting Trip Destinations Around The World Following our article ‘hunting versus conservation’, this article provides a brief overview…
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Trade News
Tintswalo Safari Lodge fights the war against rhino poaching
Tintswalo Safari Lodge has launched a multi-faceted programme to strengthen rhino conservation efforts in the Manyeleti Game Reserve, which borders…
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Tourism
Volunteering in Southern Africa
What to expect when volunteering in Southern Africa. This interview with Vanessa Randon of Good Hope Volunteers provides the answers.
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Trade News
Healey’s Cheese Launches Tomme de Waterkloof
Tomme is the perfect treat for the artisanal range of natural, real cheese There’s a new Big Cheese in town…
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Transport
Fastest Train in the World to Launch in 2027
The Japanese Linear Chuo Shinkansen will be the fastest train in the world when phase one of the new line…
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Accolades
Chefs Shine at Hotel Oscars in Cape Town
The Southern Sun Cape Sun was the glittering venue for the ‘Hotel Oscars’, the Distell Inter Hotel Challenge, on Saturday…
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Environment
Pros and Cons of Single-Use Plastic Alternatives
What sustainable options are available to replace single-use plastics and what are their advantages and disadvantages? It’s no surprise that…
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Announcements
Giltedge Joins Conservation Forces
“We are in a unique position to inspire and inform travellers about the challenges we face when building hotels and…
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Trade News
Mantis Takes Two World Travel Awards
The 26th annual World Travel Awards is globally recognized as the most prestigious honours programme in global travel and tourism,…
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Hospitality
New Tasting Menu at Azure Twelve Apostles Hotel
Journey Through the Cape – inspired food and wine pairing menu delights diners at Azure Restaurant. Cape Town, May 2019…
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Lifestyle
All Abuzz for World Bee Day
Cape Town, South Africa, 20 May 2019 – South Africans are abuzz for World Bee Day, celebrated annually on 20…
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Trade News
Accor and Mantis present CCFA Conservation Lab Award 2019
IRDNC receives $25,000 to fund Elephant Protection Project in Namibia
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Trade News
Mantis Enters the Serengeti
Port Elizabeth, 16 April 2019 – The Mantis Group has welcomed Siringit Serengeti Camp into its prestigious family, becoming the Groups…
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Tourism
How to source local fair trade goods and products
Most tourism service suppliers want to support locally produced goods and products that ascribe to fair trade principles, but actually…
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Events
ATI Launches Green Stand Awards
For the first time, Africa’s Travel Indaba (ATI) will introduce the Green Stand Awards to recognise exhibitors who go that…
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Trade News
David Yarrow Partners with Mantis
A picture is worth a thousand words and world-acclaimed photographer, David Yarrow, is an iconic storyteller. In a lifetime of…
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Opinion
Thought Leadership: Hunting vs Conservation
Conservation with class and hunting with thought: a synergistic approach to the hunting versus conservation debate.
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Trade News
An EPIC Acquisition for Mantis in Rwanda
Mantis Collection Signs Management Contract for EPIC Hotels & Suites, Rwanda
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Trade News
European Union Condemns Zimbabwe – Again
Cape Town, South Africa, 14 February 2019 – The European Union yesterday renewed sanctions against Zimbabwe after condemning the chaotic…
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Trade News
Urbanologi: A New Take on Eco-friendly Food
Restaurant home-sources fresher, tastier ingredients around Joburg Urbanologi, a gastronomic hub inside Jozi’s award-winning Mad Giant brewery, has taken a…
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Trade News
Elements Luxury Suites Launches in Sea Point
Cape Town, South Africa, 21 January 2019 – Short-term rental company Totalstay, in partnership with Elemental Property Developers, have launched…
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Trade News
How To Keep Luxury Incentive Travel Local
Is it possible to retain local corporate incentive spend within South Africa’s borders rather than lose out on incentive event…
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Conservation
Former Botswana President Commits to Tuli Conservation
The Tuli Conservation Trust (CBE) has announced the appointment of the Former President of Botswana, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dr…
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Trade News
WTM Africa 2019 Takes Shape
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, 03 January 2019 – The speaker line-up and programme for WTM Africa 2019 are taking shape,…
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Conservation
Lions return to the Great Karoo
More than 180 years ago, South Africa’s Great Karoo region was roamed by the majestic Cape lion – a particularly…
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Environment
Seychelles Launches Blue Bond for Healthy Oceans
SEYCHELLES, 06 November 2018 – The Republic of Seychelles has launched the world’s first sovereign blue bond — a pioneering…
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Events
#WTMLDN 2018: KZN Promotes Global Connectivity
On display at WTM London, which is taking place at Excel from 5-7 November 2018, Tourism KwaZulu-Natal (TKZN) is promoting…
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Transport
Mercedes-Benz Launches ZOETROPE EQ
CAPE TOWN. Launched on 1 November 2018, ZOETROPE – a public pavilion inspired by Mercedes-Benz EQ and situated on Silo Square…
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Conservation
Great Karoo Reserve Goes Big Five
Mount Camdeboo Private Game Reserve has announced that it will be furthering its long-term conservation vision with the introduction of…
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Trade News
Iconic President Hotel Revamped
CAPE TOWN, 16 October 2018 – Steeped in history as one of the oldest properties on the Atlantic Seaboard, the iconic…
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Events
Big Names To Talk Big Data At Wine And Food Conference
If we don’t know what we don’t know, how can we tap into the true potential of South Africa’s wine…
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Trade News
Mantis Initiates Road Cleanup Campaign
In celebration of Tourism Month in September, Mantis envisioned giving 1 000 children from the township of Motherwell in Port Elizabeth…
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Environment
Mozambique Ranked Greenest Country In The World
As global citizens celebrate World Environment Health Day today, research from energy comparison experts MoneySuperMarket reveals that Mozambique causes the least impact on the…
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Trade News
Top Scientist Appointed At Ongava Research Centre
NAMIBIA, 14 September 2018 – Ongava Research Centre (ORC) has announced that Dr John Mendelsohn, one of Namibia’s top scientists,…
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Events
WTTC Calls For Action
LISBON, Portugal, 11 September 2019 – Long-term planning with communities at the centre; increasing resilience by preparing for crises; and transitioning…
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Trade News
Graskop Gorge Lift Officially Opens
SOUTH AFRICA, 24 August 2018 – Tourism Minister Derek Hanekom officially launched the Graskop Gorge Lift Centre on Mpumalanga’s Panorama…
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Events
The Difference Between Hospitality and Being Hospitable
There’s a pervasive local way of thinking that if you are pleasant and polite, you’ve pretty much got tourism nailed.…
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Trade News
Three Tree Hill Opens Burchells Cottage
SOUTH AFRICA, 09 August 2018 – A spectacular new family cottage has opened at Three Tree Hill to cater for increased…
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Trade News
Local Artist Weaves His Magic
CAPE TOWN, 31 July 2018 – Paarl crafter Jonathan Hoffman might look as if he belongs to a reggae band, but…
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Trade News
Stellenbosch Wine Routes – the dawn of a new era
Wine route embarks on an exciting third-generation chapter The Stellenbosch Wine Routes board has elected Mike Ratcliffe as its new…
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Trade News
Cathay Pacific to fly new aircraft home using alternative jet fuel
Cathay Pacific is underscoring its strong commitment to eco-efficiency by planning to use a blend of alternative jet fuel to…
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Trade News
Meetings Africa 2018 Registrations Open
The South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB) has announced that registrations for Meetings Africa 2018 are now open, and exhibitors, buyers…
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Hospitality
HVS Reveals Western Cape Water-Wise Hospitality Research
In response to the ongoing drought experienced in the Western Cape province of South Africa, this article explores various initiatives…
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Sustainable Tourism News
Wildlife ACT Gains Fair Trade Certification
Wildlife ACT, an award-winning conservation organisation that utilises volunteers to help track and monitor endangered wildlife, has been certified by…
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Trade News
Gucci Goes Fur-Free
Leading global fashion house Gucci has declared that it will no longer use animal fur, beginning with its spring-summer 2018…
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Conservation
Africa’s Endangered Wildlife Species
Year after year, one wildlife species or another gets added to the endangered list around the globe. In Africa, the…
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Sustainable Tourism
Ford Provides Grants for Conservation in Africa
PRETORIA, South Africa – Conservation and related education projects in Kenya, Mozambique and Tanzania have gained new impetus following the…
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Sustainable Tourism
Eco-Friendly Lodges: Asilia Africa
Roho ya Selous, in the UNESCO world heritage site of Selous Game Reserve in southern Tanzania, is the latest addition…
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Trade News
#LilizelaAwards17 Provincial Finalists Unveiled
The exciting moment of truth is nearing for the 500 provincial finalists in the fifth annual Lilizela Tourism Awards, as…
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Trade News
Peninsula All-Suite Hotel Wins THINC Africa Award
The Peninsula All-Suite Hotel was celebrated for their excellence with a Special Recognition General Manager of the Year Award, presented…
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Trade News
Will Technology Replace Hospitality?
While technology has transformed and advanced the hospitality industry in a positive manner quite rapidly, the biggest challenge that comes…
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Sustainable Tourism News
Grootbos Reaffirms Fair Trade Principles
The pristine Grootbos Private Nature Reserve overlooking Walker Bay near Hermanus has been recertified by Fair Trade Tourism, demonstrating its…
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Trade News
Toyota Launches Free Service Plan for Operators
Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has announced that it will increase its support to the tourism transport industry with the…
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Trade News
Seychelles to Speak at Pacific Islands Conference
Former Seychelles President James Alix Michel has been invited to attend the 1st High-Level Pacific Blue Economy Conference (PBEC) under…
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Sustainable Tourism
Eco-Friendly Hotels: The Mantis Collection
The Mantis Collection, comprised of hotels, eco-escapes and lifestyle resorts, is deeply rooted in African conservation; with a vision for…
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Trade News
1st Annual Dwars River Valley Street Art Festival
The Dwars River Valley lies between the popular Winelands towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. It is home to Pniel, Kylemore,…
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Sustainable Tourism
Eco-Friendly Hotels: Spier
As one of South Africa’s oldest wine farms and a well-known Western Cape landmark, Spier is passionate about the environment…
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Sustainable Tourism
Eco-Friendly Hotels: Hotel Verde
Hotel Verde, situated at the Cape Town International Airport has recently been certified by Fair Trade Tourism – a prestigious…
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Trade News
South Africa Must Develop African Hotel GMs
South Africa isn’t doing enough to ensure that the hospitality and hotel industry is attractive to people as a long-term…
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Trade News
The Peninsula Offsets Conferencing Carbon Footprint
With a drive and passion for saving the planet, The Peninsula All-Suite Hotel is dedicated to improving the health conditions…
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Trade News
#EarthDay2017 Action Toolkits
For this year’s Earth Day (Saturday 22nd April), the Earth Day Network has launched several toolkits to help environmentally-minded citizens,…
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Environment
Benguela Current Health Check
A sustainable Benguela Current ecosystem is the lifeblood of the ‘Ocean Economy’ on South Africa’s West Coast – supporting fisheries,…
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Niche Tourism
The Worlds Largest Adult Traveller Population
If the world’s volunteers were to form a single country, known as Volunteerland, they would form the largest adult population…
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Sustainable Tourism
#ARTA17 Finalists Announced
A community-based camp located in remote Namibia, two backpackers and a mountain bike tour in the Greater Mapungubwe Transfrontier Area…
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Trade News
HVS Launches Executive Search Africa
HVS Consulting, the global hospitality consulting firm, is to open a branch of HVS Executive Search Africa. Based in Cape…
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Environment
The Impact of Drought on SA’s Wildlife Environment
To provide a better understanding of Tourism Tattler’s feature regarding the impact of drought on South Africa’s game reserves and…
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Events
Does South Africa Need Two B2B Travel Trade Shows?
Does the tourism industry in South Africa benefit from the concept of B2B travel trade shows, and if so, is…
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Niche Tourism
How to gain Green Flag Trails accreditation
Tourists want reassurance. For this reason, hotels are star graded, beaches are awarded Blue Flag status, and clean and safe…
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Trade News
Top Honours for TBCSA CEO on International Women’s Day
The Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) CEO, Mmatšatši Ramawela is amongst today’s recipients of the 2017 International Institute for…
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Trade News
Reunion Island to Exhibit at Meetings Africa 2017
Taking place on 28 February and 01 March at the Sandton Convention Centre, Meetings Africa is the ideal opportunity for…
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Trade News
Cape Town Hotel’s Bucket Brigade Recycles Water
Many Capetonians in the CBD may have noticed men and women watering plants on traffic islands with buckets. Investigations reveal…
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Trade News
FEDHASA Announces Resignation of Cape Chairperson
Rob Kucera has officially announced his resignation as Chairperson of the Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa (FEDHASA) Cape Board. “It…
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Conservation
Open Letter: China’s Wildlife Crimes in Namibia
In this Open Letter to China’s Ambassador Xin Shunkang, Dr Chris Brown, CEO of the Namibian Chamber of Environment, demands…
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Trade News
Best Mountain Tour Operator – Kilimanjaro Region
Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania: Kushiland Expeditions & Tour Safaris has won the Lux award for ‘Best Mountain Tour Operator – Kilimanjaro Region’.…
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Conservation
Exploring Game Capacity at Big Five Reserves
Ever wondered why some game reserves have more Big Five sightings than others? This article provides the answers. By Des…
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Trade News
Find your Week-end Mojo with #FestiveFriday at La Petite Ferme
Artisan cocktails & live music served up with majestic Franschhoek views Everyone’s favourite weekday has just perked up thanks to…
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