Over a dozen previously unknown new reptile and amphibian species have been discovered in the rainforests of eastern Tanzania, a region known for its rich biodiversity.
Despite the economic slowdown, 2008 remained a buoyant year for the South African tourism industry, says the country's Tourism Minister Marthinus Van Schalkwyk.
This year Zanzibar's biggest music festival takes place over Valentine's Day weekend - just one more reason to plan a romantic getaway to the exotic ilsand off the coast of Tanzania.
South African Airways is offering a special fare of $599 round-trip for travel from New York or Washington, to Durban, South Africa, for industry delegates attending Indaba, Africa’s travel and trade exhibition in May.
Looking for the perfect setting to pop the question? Have a special anniversary coming up? Or simply want to blow the love of your life away with the ultimate romantic gesture this Valentines Day?
Monday 26 January is exactly 500 days until the 2010 Fifa World Cup kicks off in South Africa, to be watched by more than 26-billion spectators worldwide.