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Solo Traveller's €100 Bar Bill Shock: A Warning

A solo female traveller's shock after a casual meal in a European bar resulted in a staggering £90 bill serves as a crucial cautionary tale for all independent explorers. Discover her story and the essential tips to avoid similar scams.

African Travel Dream Stalled by Visa Chaos & High Flights

The vision of seamless travel across Africa is under severe threat. Soaring airfares, complex visa requirements, and crumbling infrastructure are crippling the African Union's flagship free movement agenda, stunting economic growth and integration.

Travel The World For Free: My £45k Accommodation Hack

Discover the ingenious travel hack that allowed one adventurer to explore the globe without ever paying for a hotel. This real-life guide reveals how you too can slash your travel costs and embark on the journey of a lifetime.

Ghana's 'African Trump' Wants Harsh Anti-LGBTQ Laws

Ghanaian politician and presidential hopeful Alan Kyerematen, dubbed the 'African Trump', faces fierce backlash from human rights groups after advocating for severe anti-LGBTQ legislation and praising Gambia's harsh policies.

Why My Solo Birthday Trip Was Life-Changing

Discover how one woman's solo birthday adventure to a mystery UK destination transformed her perspective on travel, independence, and self-discovery. An inspiring read for anyone considering travelling alone.

Ghanaians Sue Trump Over 'S***hole Countries' Comments

A group of Ghanaian individuals has filed a groundbreaking lawsuit in Washington DC against former US President Donald Trump, seeking reparations for alleged defamatory remarks referring to African nations as 's***hole countries' in 2018.

African tribe faces eviction from Kent woodland home

A community from the Ewe tribe faces imminent eviction from their woodland sanctuary in Faversham, Kent, after a High Court ruling. They claim the forced removal breaches their human rights and spiritual connection to the land.

Pregnant 'Handmaid' Found in Scottish Woods

A pregnant woman, believed to be a 'handmaid' from a reclusive African tribe, has been discovered living in a makeshift shelter in the Scottish wilderness. The extraordinary find has sparked a major police investigation.

UN Warns of Imminent Famine in South Sudan

The United Nations issues a dire famine warning for South Sudan, with millions facing severe hunger due to a catastrophic combination of war, floods, and aid shortages.

Joseph Kony Faces ICC for LRA War Crimes

Notorious Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony has made a historic first appearance at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, facing a litany of charges for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by his Lord's Resistance Army.

African Tribe's Legal Battle Over Scottish Woodland

A dramatic legal saga unfolds in the Scottish Highlands as an African tribe faces eviction from a woodland they claim as their spiritual home. Discover the new twist in this extraordinary clash of culture, land rights, and faith.

Foreign Office Issues Travel Warning for 20 Destinations

The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for a significant number of countries, including holiday favourites Spain, Italy, and France. Here's the full list of destinations and the specific risks you need to know about before you book.

Elephants' heartbreaking reaction to discovering skull

Extraordinary footage captures the profound moment a herd of African elephants exhibits what appears to be deep mourning, gently investigating the skull of a deceased fellow mammal in a powerful display of animal sentience and emotion.

Major Cyber Attack Forces African Banks Offline

A severe cyber attack has paralysed major banking institutions across Central and West Africa, causing widespread disruption in Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Senegal.

TikTok Chef Fuels South Africa's Local Food Revolution

Discover how a South African TikTok sensation is using viral food videos to empower local farmers, preserve indigenous ingredients, and reshape the nation's culinary identity, creating a sustainable economic model from the ground up.

Burkina Faso imposes 5-year jail for 'promoting homosexuality'

Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.

Why Women Choose Solo Travel Over Marriage

Discover the empowering trend of solo female travel as women prioritise adventure and self-discovery over settling down. Learn the safety tips and destinations shaping this movement.

Breathtaking Photography Book Reveals the Soul of Elephants

Discover 'A Picture to Walk the Earth' – a stunning visual odyssey by photographer David Guerrero that reveals the profound emotional world and fragile existence of elephants, from the deserts of Namibia to the plains of Kenya.

Uganda Opens Pioneering mRNA Vaccine Facility

Uganda has inaugurated Africa's first major mRNA vaccine facility, a historic step towards medical self-reliance, combating diseases from COVID-19 to HIV, and reducing the continent's dependency on foreign pharmaceuticals.

Cape Town's Fury Over Planned Trump Tower

Plans for a new 'Trump Tower' in Cape Town have ignited fierce backlash from local officials and activists, who cite the former US President's controversial history and criminal charges.

Tems Condemns Systemic Sexism in African Music

Grammy-winning artist Tems delivers a powerful critique of the deep-rooted misogyny and gender-based barriers faced by women in the African music scene, calling for urgent reform.

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