African Essence

Going to Zambia and Zimbabwe? Here are some travelling tips

Why Go: Head to these two countries to see Victoria Falls, the largest waterfalls in the world. Plus, you can…

September 21, 2019

African Culture of the Day: The Samburu of Northern Kenya πŸ‡°πŸ‡ͺ

The Samburu tribe from north - central Kenya are pastoralists from the great plains of the Samburu region . They…

September 17, 2019

Timkat Feast of Epiphany, Ethiopia πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ή: The Countdown Begins……

Music, food, and processions mark Ethiopia's biggest festival. The origin of the Feast of Epiphany dates back over 1000 years…

September 10, 2019

Quintessence of Egypt: Pyramids of Giza

The most famous of the structures at Giza, near Cairo, the Pyramid of King Cheops was built around 2650 BC…

August 31, 2019

Amazing African Tribal Traditions – The wedding ceremony of the Ndebele

The Ndebele wedding ceremony is all about the bride – and her attire puts western white dresses to shame. This,…

August 31, 2019

Zimbabwe: Zim Undeterred By Western Hostility: VP Mohadi

Acting President Kembo Mohadi says it is a matter of time before nations that are hostile to Zimbabwe realise that…

August 29, 2019

Amazing African Tribal Traditions: The Spitting of the Maasai

The Maasai people of Kenya and Northern Tanzania view spitting as a form of blessing and a sign of respect.…

July 30, 2019

Quintessence of Ghana πŸ‡¬πŸ‡­

Location: West Africa Ghana is certainly not the most trodden tourist path and yet to us, it’s baffling why this…

July 26, 2019

Amazing African Tribal Traditions – The red ochre of the Himba

The red ochre of the Himba The women of this iconic Namibian tribe are known for their beautiful, red-tinged skin…

July 24, 2019

Quintessence of The Gambia πŸ‡¬πŸ‡²

Location: West Africa The Gambia may be the smallest country in mainland Africa but for us, it’s up with the…

July 18, 2019

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