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Zambia initiates discussions with US over visa deposit demand
MENAFN
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August 10, 2025
(MENAFN) The government of Zambia has promptly responded to the recent U.S. policy demanding a visa deposit of up to $15,000 for Zambian tourists and business visitors. Mulambo Haimbe, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation,...
Africa’s New Tourism Platform That Lets Travellers 'Name Their Budget'
EIN Presswire
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July 24, 2025
A groundbreaking tourism platform designed to make exploring Africa both affordable and authentic. CAPE TOWN, WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA, July 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Kiami Group (Pty) Ltd has officially launched Kiami, a groundbreaking...
Elephant riot murders tourists
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Two tourists were killed during a safari in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park after a female elephant with a calf charged at their group, authorities confirmed on Thursday. The victims were identified as 68-year-old Easton Janet Taylor...
Two elderly women get killed by elephant in Zambia
MENAFN
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July 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Two tourists lost their lives after an elephant attack in South Luangwa National Park in eastern Zambia, according to the country’s police. The victims, 68-year-old Easton Janet Taylor from the UK and 67-year-old Alison Jean Taylor from...
Charging Elephant Kills Two Tourists
MENAFN
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July 6, 2025
(MENAFN) Two international travelers lost their lives following an elephant attack during a guided safari in a wildlife reserve located in eastern Zambia, according to statements from local authorities. The deadly encounter occurred on Thursday...
Wayfairer Travel Elevates Sustainable Luxury With Immersive Sky-Gazing Experiences
EIN Presswire
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April 15, 2025
Luxury travelers are embracing celestial adventures and low-impact escapes across Africa, South America, and the UK. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Wayfairer Travel is spotlighting a growing demand for immersive,...
Koryx Copper Provides Update on Zambia Projects and Planned 2025 Exploration Work Program
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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April 8, 2025
Highlights Koryx Copper owns 51% of two highly prospective exploration licenses in the Zambian copper belt, with an option to earn up to 80% over the next 30 months. Over the last few months significant work was completed in preparation for the...
US imposes USD15,000 visa bond on two African countries
MENAFN
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August 7, 2025
(MENAFN) Starting later this month, citizens of Zambia and Malawi applying for certain US visas will need to pay bonds as high as $15,000, the US State Department announced Tuesday. This requirement is part of a new 12-month pilot program...
Luxury Safari Tourism Market to see Huge Growth by 2030 | Wilderness Safaris , And Beyond South Africa
EIN Presswire
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December 13, 2024
The Luxury Safari Tourism market size is estimated to increase by USD at a CAGR of 6.91% by 2030. PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, December 13, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- According to HTF Market Intelligence, the Global Luxury Safari Tourism market to...
Desi Comedy Fest Returns for its 11th Year: Uniting Cultures Through Unforgettable Laughter
EIN Presswire
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July 14, 2025
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Get ready to laugh out loud as the Desi Comedy Fest, America's largest South Asian comedy festival, returns for its 11th spectacular season. Renowned for blending cultural...
Defence on SA firms registering notable trade leads at International Defence Exhibition in Türkiye
South African Government
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July 28, 2025
South African defence sector companies are generating significant trade leads at the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF), currently underway in Istanbul, Türkiye. These companies, supported by the Department of Trade, Industry and...
Minister Gayton McKenzie: Sport, Arts and Culture Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 16, 2025
It has been a year since I first stood as a Minister to table a budget to this House, having been given a chance by His Excellency, Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, to make me part of his Cabinet. In that action he showed that second chances matter, not...
Media reports more African nations face US visa prohibition
MENAFN
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States intends to widen its controversial travel restrictions to citizens from 36 additional countries, with 25 of them located in Africa, according to an internal State Department memo reported by The Washington Post over the...
African Nations Witness US Visa Ban
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States is reportedly preparing to widen its controversial travel limitations to encompass nationals from 36 additional countries, according to a report by a news agency over the weekend, which referenced a confidential...
Go2Africa Releases its Annual State of Safari Report for 2024
EIN Presswire
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March 10, 2025
Go2Africa's 2024 State of Safari Report highlights the ultimate trends in African travel. CAPE TOWN, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, March 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Go2Africa, part of the NawiriGroup, a leading safari travel specialist with over...
Minister Angie Motshekga: Defence and Military Veterans Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 10, 2025
House Chairperson Deputy Ministers of Defence and Military Veterans, Chairpersons and Members of the Portfolio Committee on Defence and Military Veterans and the Joint Standing Committee on Defence, Honourable Members, Acting Secretary for...
Newmark Hotels & Reserves Expands Its African Collection of Luxury Properties
EIN Presswire
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May 30, 2025
Toro River Lodge in South Africa and Thitaka Lodge in Namibia Set to Open in Early 2026 CAPE TOWN, , SOUTH AFRICA, May 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Continuing its growth in Africa, Newmark Hotels & Reserves has announced the inclusion of two...
Linyi products cultivate foundations for China-Africa trade hub in Angola
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 9, 2025
LINYI, China, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From July 4 to 6, the Linyi Trade City (Angola) High-Quality Products Fair 2025 took center stage at the Angola International Real Estate Trade Fair (FINI 2025). This marked another large-scale...
Statement on the Cabinet meeting of Wednesday, 25 June 2025
South African Government
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June 26, 2025
A. Issues in the environment 1. National Dialogue 1.1 70 Years of the Freedom Charter 1.1.1 On this day, 70 years ago viz. 26th of June 1955, more than 3000 delegates from various racial and social backgrounds, gathered in Kliptown, Johannesburg...
Statement on the Cabinet meeting of 11 June 2025
South African Government
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June 12, 2025
Issues in the environment 1. ECONOMY 1.1. Economic growth 1.1.1 Cabinet noted the gross domestic product (GDP) figures as released by StatsSA that indicated that the economy grew by 0.1% in the first (quarter (Q1) of 2025, and this follows an...