Why May Day outbound Chinese tourists are travelling more to Africa and Europe as consumer confidence peaks
In the Italian city of Florence, Jacopo Vicini, the city’s deputy mayor for economic development and tourism, observed that Chinese visitors seek artisanal crafts and unique luxury experiences.
Unlocking conservation’s future: Why private developers are key to pacing up Kenya’s robust tourism industry
Rather than viewing conservation as a constraint, developers should see it as an opportunity – one that enhances land value, attracts global attention and aligns with the growing demand for sustainable investment.
From ‘Sin City’ to resort: How Naivasha is shading reputation of a crime hotspot to tourism and leisure city
Nakuru Tourism Association Chair Elijah Mwangi said the lakeside town, once home to only a handful of facilities a decade ago, now boasts tens of modern, internationally rated venues capable of hosting domestic, regional and international events.
Industry leader: China’s zero-tariff policy will enhance Africa’s export confidence, global trade stability
The initiative comes at a critical time for Africa’s agricultural expansion, particularly for South Africa’s fast-growing citrus sector, he said.
UAE exit from OPEC signals desire for autonomy in an increasingly volatile oil industry
On a larger scale, Jumaa Mohammed, a politics professor at Iraq’s Tikrit University, argues that the OPEC has increasingly struggled to balance the differing production strategies of its members.
Bitter, spicy, sour and sweet: How Africa’s flavours are conquering receptive Chinese markets
Today, Ethiopia churns out 600,000 tonnes of coffee a year. For some 25 million people – roughly a fifth of the population – it is the bedrock of their livelihood and the country’s premier export.
Kenya launches secure ID card facility to serve East African Community bloc and wider region
SecureID Group Founder and Executive Vice Chair Kofo Akinkugbe reflected on SecureID’s two-decade journey built on the conviction that Africa can build, secure and own its identity and payment infrastructure.
Uganda records rise in wildlife populations but lion numbers diminished by cultural demand for skins
The report noted mixed trends across species. Lion numbers have declined from an estimated 373 in 2020 to 291 in the 2022/2023 census, a drop linked to poisoning related to livestock predation, snaring, illegal trade in lion parts and cultural demand for lion skins, habitat degradation and encroachment.
Concerns rise on why Bill Gates-funded campaign gives African children DTP vaccine banned in US and Europe for ‘causing brain injury’
Of the 18.3 million children vaccinated, 12.3 million “zero-dose children” had not previously received any vaccines and 15 million had not received a measles vaccine, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Kenyan athletes told to brand themselves drive the economy and support SMEs
Speaking during the event, Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) Chair Allan Kosgey emphasised the importance of athletes protecting their intellectual property through brand registration and trademarking.
