Africa

See unique sites on a trip to Nigeria

See unique sites on a trip to Nigeria

Would-be travellers considering a gap year in Nigeria have been advised of some of the best places to go while in the country. Lizzie Williams – guidebook author who has written for Bradt on Joha…

Category: Africa
Posted 30 Aug 2011

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Gap year in Ghana: Accra is a “gateway” destination

Gap year in Ghana: Accra is a "gateway" destination

Travellers planning a gap year in Ghana could find that visiting Accra is a good place to start, if the comments of one expert are anything to go by.According to Bradt author Philip Briggs, Accra i…

Category: Africa
Posted 30 Aug 2011

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Mombasa ‘promises a rich history and a friendly atmosphere’

Mombasa ''promises a rich history and a friendly atmosphere''

Offering travellers the chance to explore historical sites and enjoy a "relaxed and friendly atmosphere", Mombasa could be a good destination for gap year students to add to their itinera…

Category: Africa
Posted 26 Aug 2011

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Africa’s economy ‘can be boosted by strategic aid’

Africa''s economy ''can be boosted by strategic aid''

One organisation has claimed that Africa's infrastructure can be boosted by giving strategic aid, which may intrigue those interested in volunteer travel.According to ONE, a global advocacy and…

Category: Africa
Posted 19 Aug 2011

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BA pledges aid for East Africa

BA pledges aid for East Africa

British Airways (BA) is set to operate a flight to Ethiopia on August 12th in order to deliver emergency supplies as the food crisis continues.The airline will be carrying emergency medical items a…

Category: Africa
Posted 11 Aug 2011

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Kenya Airways donates to anti-famine cause

Kenya Airways donates to anti-famine cause

Kenya Airways has reinforced its commitment to a fundraising initiative that seeks to alleviate the country's suffering caused by famine.The scheme, dubbed Kenyans for Kenya, aims to help those…

Category: Africa
Posted 09 Aug 2011

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Fort Jesus named UNESCO World Heritage Site

Fort Jesus named UNESCO World Heritage Site

Fort Jesus in Mombasa has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status.The sixth Kenyan landmark to win the accolade, Fort Jesus is a site steeped in history – and one that may particularly appea…

Category: Africa
Posted 06 Jul 2011

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Colourful carnival could be highlight of Mombasa trips

Colourful carnival could be highlight of Mombasa trips

Travellers heading off on a career break in Kenya might want to time their visit to coincide with the Mombasa Carnival, which takes place in November, according to one expert.Angie Sloan, UK direct…

Category: Africa
Posted 06 Jul 2011

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Explore Mombasa’s historical sites on a gap year in Kenya

Explore Mombasa''s historical sites on a gap year in Kenya

Mombasa is a destination rich in historical sites, one expert has claimed.Kenya Tourist Board UK director Angie Sloan highlights that the destination is packed with attractions holding a rich past,…

Category: Africa
Posted 28 Jun 2011

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Visit Accra’s markets on a gap year in Ghana

Visit Accra''s markets on a gap year in Ghana

Travellers planning a gap year in Ghana might want to take some time to visit Accra's markets.Sales and marketing director at dmAFRICA Alan Brown claims that heading into a smaller country town…

Category: Africa
Posted 24 Jun 2011

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