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Egypt’s Maaza Bedouin community in Hurghada empowered through cultural tourism
The Maaza Bedouin tribe is a key pillar of Hurghada’s cultural heritage, maintaining a rich and unique tradition of storytelling, music, crafts and nomadic practices.
Mwaka Kogwa Festival coming up in Zanzibar from July 2026
While real weapons were once utilized in past centuries, banana sticks are now preferred for their reduced intensity that guarantee fun and safety.
Zanzibar women swimming against the waves of cultural inhibitions
For generations, patriarchal norms have prevented them from acquiring this essential skill, leaving them vulnerable in a region where fishing and maritime activities are a way of life.
Islamic New Year begins from June 2026, while Ethiopia and Eritrea to observe theirs on September 11.
As rituals and prayers mark the occasion, Muharram is known as the month of remembrance and is sacred to Muslims across the world.
Zanzibar Cup 2026 aims to build on global fraternity and peace
Numerous hotels, tourism operators, and companies are supporting the Zanzibar Cup by providing financial assistance, accommodation for international professional athletes
Coconut Flavored Tea. The Coastal and Islands beverage which is sipping the East African gourmet sector with aplomb
This drink, known locally as ‘Chai ya Nazi,’ is a specialty of the coastal people along the Indian Ocean shores of Tanzania as well as nearby Islets.
The Twilight of Sovereignty: Zanzibar’s Strategic Importance in the Late 19th Century
For centuries, Zanzibar had thrived at the crossroads of African, Arab, and Indian commerce—its wealth radiating from spices and slaves, a jewel of the Swahili coast.
Kilimanjaro Diet: Banana dish and Mbege can reverse people’s ages
For years, the Mediterranean diet has been celebrated as the gold standard for longevity and health, with its emphasis on fresh vegetables, lean fish, and healthy fats.
Culinary Mavel: How Neela Hotel in Stone Town sprinkles Zanzibar’s classic dining with old salt
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town recently opened in the heart of Zanzibar’s ancient city is already being feted as a gastronomic marvel enticing the palates of foreign travellers and African weekenders alike.