A holiday in Zimbabwe?
In the light of recent developments in Zimbabwe, there is a chance that this once fabulous tourist destination may soon regain some of its former glory, writes JENNIFER STERN.
News & Reviews
Increase in tourism a boost for SA wines abroad
The increase in tourism to South Africa is boosting the sale of South African wines in the UK, according to research done by London-based companies SA Wines Online and Southern Africa Direct.
Record year for Cape Town Convention Centre
The Cape Town International Convention Centre enjoyed a record year in 2007/08, welcoming almost 550 000 visitors and delegates, hosting 500 events - including 42 international conferences - and contributing an estimated R2.7-billion to South Africa's gross domestic product (GDP).
Carbon-free rally through Southern Africa
In January 2009 rally drivers will embark on a race across three Southern African countries – without a drop of petrol in their tanks.
Southern Africa delivers winning wildlife shots
The winners of this year's Wildlife Photographer of the year, organised by the Natural History Museum and BBC Wildlife magazine, have been announced and once again there are many shots captured in Southern Africa among the winning photographs.
Push for new African free trade area
The heads of state from 26 African countries belonging to three regional economic blocs in east and southern Africa have resolved to merge the three into a single regional market.
Swaziland to eradicate malaria
Health experts predict that Swaziland will soon be the second country in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to eradicate malaria, following the example set by Mauritius.
