Why Zimbabwe Is the Hidden Gem of 2025: Epic Safaris, Cultural Wonders, and Seamless Travel Awaits in Africa

Zimbabwe has stepped into 2025 as one of the world’s most admired travel destinations, blending natural grandeur with modern convenience. Recognized globally for its scenic beauty, diverse attractions, and forward-looking tourism policies, the...

Travelling & touring: Potholed highway precipitates Colliery Stadium closure

Colliery Stadium in Hwange THE world last week woke up to the “closure” of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Banks, two leading United States banks after they experienced a traditional run on banks where depositors rushed to withdraw their funds...

Vice President to grace 2025 Lusaka Province Independence Carnival

Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, is expected to grace the 2025 Lusaka Province Independence Carnival, which will take place on 25th October at Nkoloma Stadium in Lusaka. Lusaka Province Principal Public Relations Officer, Logic Lukwanda,...

Africa: Visa Bonds Up to $15,000 From October 23: New U.S. Policy Targets Travelers from Africa

Beginning October 23, 2025, citizens of seven African countries seeking business or tourist visas to the United States will face a new hurdle: the requirement to post refundable bonds of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000, with the exact amount...

St Dominic's pupils set to volunteer in Zambia next summer

TWO West Belfast schoolgirls are preparing to volunteer in Zambia next summer to help provide support for local projects. Aoife Harrison and Sophia Doherty, both Year 14 pupils at St Dominic's Grammar School, will travel to the African country as...

Govt freezes funding to Zambia FA over Chipolopolo poor results

LUSAKA-(MaraviPost)-The Government of Zambia has suspended all financial support to the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) following a series of disappointing performances by the men’s senior national football team, the Chipolopolo. In a...

Unlocking Liberia’s Tourism Potential: A Path to Economic Growth and Cultural Preservation

Liberia is a hidden gem in West Africa, brimming with untapped potential to become a premier tourism destination. Its breathtaking natural beauty, rich historical significance, and vibrant cultural heritage make it uniquely positioned to attract...

Avani invites travellers to enjoy authentic local experiences

This festive season, Avani Hotels & Resorts invites travellers to discover the joy of celebrating like a local with Travelling Traditions, a round-up of authentic experiences across Asia, Europe, Africa and the Indian Ocean. Instead of familiar...

Elias Munshya relieved of his duties as Zambia’s High Commissioner to Australia

Tributes Flow as Dr. Munshya Ends Tenure in Australia By Cascious Mumba, Bakwetu TV Tributes poured in after the announcement that His Excellency Rev. Dr. Elias Munshya was concluding his tour of duty as Zambia’s High Commissioner to Australia and...

Zambia launches Legal Hub to strengthen wildlife conservation and food security

Government officials, development partners and community representatives attend the launch of Zambia’s Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme Legal Hub in Lusaka. Photo by CIFOR-ICRAF. Zambia takes a bold step for people and nature with...

Zambia Launches Innovative Legal Hub to Strengthen Wildlife Conservation and Food Security

The Government of Zambia, through the Ministry of Tourism, has officially launched the publicly-accessible online, the Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme Legal Hub. This milestone was achieved in collaboration with the Food and...

Mali slaps visa bond on US travelers in retaliation

Mali has introduced visa bond requirements for United States citizens, mirroring measures recently imposed by Washington on Malian travellers. The Foreign Ministry in Bamako announced the decision on Sunday, calling it a reciprocal response to US...

Running through wonder Victoria Falls Marathon named among world’s most beautiful races

Innocent Kurira, Zimpapers Sports Hub FORGET the sterile streets and urban canyons of typical city runs. Imagine instead charging across a mist-shrouded bridge suspended between two nations, the thunderous roar of Victoria Falls echoing beside...

Comesa payment system connects Malawi, Zambia

The 21-member Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (Comesa) has rolled out its first interoperable cross-border payment system linking Malawi and Zambia, taking a major leap towards digital financial integration. The initiative, known as...

Mali Slaps Visa Bond on US Travellers in Retaliation to US Policy

In a tit-for-tat move, Mali has imposed the same visa bond requirements on United States citizens that Washington placed on Malian travelers. Mali’s government condemned the initial US action as a violation of bilateral agreements. The Foreign...

Chiwenga rides hostilities in Mutare

VICE-PRESIDENT and Zanu PF second secretary, Constantino Chiwenga VICE-PRESIDENT and Zanu PF second secretary, Constantino Chiwenga, yesterday bravely rode a barrage of hostilities at the party’s annual people’s conference in Mutare, calling out...

LUSAKA CITY COUNCIL OFFICER ALLEGEDLY CHARGES INTERNATIONAL YOUTUBER FOR FILMING WITHOUT PERMIT

LUSAKA CITY COUNCIL OFFICER ALLEGEDLY CHARGES INTERNATIONAL YOUTUBER FOR FILMING WITHOUT PERMIT An international YouTuber, Davud Akhundzada from Azerbaijan—a country located between Western Asia and Eastern Europe—has reportedly been charged K500...

Zambia Airways, Kenya Airways Fined as COMESA Cracks Down on Airline Passenger Abuse

The COMESA Competition Commission (CCC) has fined Zambia Airways Limited 2 percent of its total annual turnover for unfair treatment of passengers. This marks a major consumer protection action with direct implications for Zambia’s aviation...

Government commends Peace Parks Fund for improving wildlife staff accommodation

Government has expressed gratitude to the German government through Peace Parks Fund and Kazumba Investment Limited for their unwavering support in the provision and improvement of accommodation to wildlife staff in game management areas. Minister...

Mali imposes retaliatory visa bond fees on US travellers

The measure comes after the US added Mali to its list of African countries required to post bonds of $5,000 and $10,000. Published On 12 Oct 202512 Oct 2025 Mali has imposed visa bond requirements on United States citizens identical to those...