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Davido’s Dangerous Dance with Rebellion: When Stardom Flirts with Sedition and the Nation Pays the Price

Jide AdesinaNovember 24, 2025

by Jide AdesinaNovember 24, 20250201

In a moment that should shock every patriotic Nigerian to his or her core, the globally celebrated artist Davido has openly aligned himself — through...

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Govt reviews tourism sector fees to boost investment

AarondexAugust 26, 2025

by AarondexAugust 26, 20250292

THE Government has undertaken a comprehensive review of licensing fees and taxes in the tourism sector as part of efforts to create a more conducive...

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Ethiopia launches new tourism initiatives to boost national economy

AarondexAugust 26, 2025

by AarondexAugust 26, 20250374

NEW tourist destination development projects are proving instrumental in revitalising Ethiopia’s tourism sector and strengthening its national economy, according to the Ministry of Tourism. THE...

Africa Tourism

Zimbabwe, India tourism ties get boost from Chalo initiative

AarondexAugust 25, 2025

by AarondexAugust 25, 20250314

ZIMBABWE’S tourism sector is set to gain fresh momentum following a dedicated engagement with operators from Gujarat, India, held during the Chalo Zimbabwe initiative led...

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Zim courts Indian investment ahead of Chalo Zimbabwe engagement

AarondexAugust 22, 2025

by AarondexAugust 22, 20250319

ZIMBABWE has intensified its push to strengthen economic, tourism, and trade relations with India, as Vice President General (Rtd) Dr Constantino Chiwenga arrived in Surat...

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AFPO Challenges U.S. State Department’s Terminology and Characterizations in Ethiopia Human Rights Report

Jide AdesinaAugust 15, 2025

by Jide AdesinaAugust 15, 20250250

The Amhara Fano People’s Organization (AFPO) has issued a comprehensive response to the U.S. State Department’s 2024 Human Rights Practices report on Ethiopia, raising significant...

Tourism Transportation

tourism shines and attracts huge interest at Expo 2025 Osaka

AarondexAugust 2, 2025

by AarondexAugust 2, 20250272

THE government is impressed by the huge interest in the country’s tourism offerings at the ongoing Expo 2025 Osaka. Hundreds of visitors pass through the...

Africa Tourism

Kariba conference charts tourism future

AarondexJuly 28, 2025

by AarondexJuly 28, 20250305

THE Mashonaland West Investment Conference has ended in Kariba with discussions centering on transforming the resort town into a world-class tourism hub. A wave of...

Tourism Transportation

Ethiopia: Conference Tourism Brings Remarkable Outcomes in Ethiopia

AarondexJuly 23, 2025

by AarondexJuly 23, 20250284

The Government Communications Service has announced that Ethiopia’s growing focus on conference tourism is yielding remarkable outcomes. While Ethiopia is renowned as the cradle of...

Tourism Transportation

President Mnangagwa back home after successful tour of Africa and East Asia

AarondexJuly 21, 2025

by AarondexJuly 21, 20250376

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa is back home after a tour of duty on the African continent and East Asia. He was received at the Robert Gabriel...

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President Mnangagwa tours Zim pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

AarondexJuly 17, 2025

by AarondexJuly 17, 20250297

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has toured the Zimbabwean pavilion at the ongoing Expo 2025 Osaka. Since the expo began in April, the pavilion receives an average...

Africa International News Tourism

Harare – Kanyemba Highway dualisation to boost tourism in Mash Central

AarondexJuly 16, 2025

by AarondexJuly 16, 20250413

ROADWORKS on the Harare-Kanyemba Highway have brought excitement to motorists who are optimistic that road dualisation will help in minimising road carnage while boosting tourism...

Africa Tourism

Morocco to Build World’s Tallest Ferris Wheel Ahead of 2030 World Cup

AarondexJuly 4, 2025

by AarondexJuly 4, 20250476

Morocco has unveiled plans to construct the world’s tallest Ferris wheel, the Rabat Observation Wheel, in advance of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which the...

Africa Tourism

Tanzania Ranked Most Peaceful Country in East Africa as Regional Security Dynamics Shift

AarondexJuly 4, 2025

by AarondexJuly 4, 20250526

Tanzania has been ranked the most peaceful nation in East Africa, according to the latest global assessment on peace and security. The report places...

Africa Tourism

Tourism and agriculture prioritised as Zim-Spain ties deepen

AarondexJuly 4, 2025

by AarondexJuly 4, 20250266

ZIMBABWE and Spain are looking to deepen cooperation in several areas, including tourism and agriculture. This emerged after outgoing Spanish Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Her Excellency...

Africa Tourism

gyptian embassy showcases tourism sites

AarondexJuly 1, 2025

by AarondexJuly 1, 20250397

The Egyptian Embassy in Seoul showcased ancient and modern Egypt on Driday, with a presentation by Walid El Batouty, global brand ambassador of the World...

Africa Tourism

Zimbabwe to set up agro-tourism showroom in Rome

AarondexJune 30, 2025

by AarondexJune 30, 20250404

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa’s open for business mantra is on course, with government partnering the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) for the establishment of the Zimbabwe...

Africa Tourism

Addis Ababa Host Global Expo to Spur Agro‑Industrial Investment

AarondexJune 20, 2025

by AarondexJune 20, 20250458

Addis Ababa is currently hosting a major international agro-industrial exposition aimed at attracting global investors, showcasing farming technologies, and promoting value‑addition in Ethiopia’s strategic...

Africa Tourism

Kariba women entrepreneurs making strides in tourism and manufacturing

AarondexJune 18, 2025

by AarondexJune 18, 20250290

THE government- led women empowerment initiatives are bearing fruit with women venturing into key sectors, including manufacturing, construction and tourism industries. In Kariba, a town...

Africa Tourism

Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Botswana Sign Landmark Treaty to Strengthen Cross-Border Conservation and Livelihoods

AarondexJune 18, 2025

by AarondexJune 18, 20250357

In a major step towards regional environmental cooperation, Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Botswana have signed a historic treaty aimed at enhancing cross-border conservation efforts and...

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