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  31. <title>5 Top Destinations for a Holiday in South Africa</title>
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  55. <description><![CDATA[You can bet your last bottom dollar that a holiday in South Africa never disappoints. In simple terms, it is immersive on all tourism fronts. With 62 million people and measuring 471,445 sq miles (1,221,037 sq kilometres), there is something for every wanderlust. From the best of Africa’s wildlife safari, sceneries, and beaches to luxurious [&#8230;]]]></description>
  56. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You can bet your last bottom dollar that a holiday in South Africa never disappoints. In simple terms, it is immersive on all tourism fronts.</p>
  57. <p>With 62 million people and measuring 471,445 sq miles (1,221,037 sq kilometres), there is something for every wanderlust. From the best of Africa’s <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/5-safari-destinations-kelis-kenyan-visit/">wildlife safari</a>, sceneries, and beaches to luxurious lodges and hotels; you have it all.</p>
  58. <p>Culturally, you would want to take a year-long break and learn more about the four major tribes in South Africa. They are:</p>
  59. <ul>
  60. <li>Venda</li>
  61. <li>Shangaan-Tsonga</li>
  62. <li>Sotho</li>
  63. <li>Nguni (encompassing Zulu, Xhosa, Swazi and Ndebele)</li>
  64. </ul>
  65. <p>In addition, taste their traditional food after a safari hunting escapade. Truly, there is more than one reason to add a safari to South Africa to your bucket list.</p>
  66. <h2>What Does a Holiday in South Africa Offer?</h2>
  67. <p>Kruger National Park may be a popular wildlife safari destination in Africa but it’s just the tip of the iceberg. This article highlights in depth what makes up a holiday in South Africa. Below are the best places to spend your vacation in the land of the <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/zulu-calendar-months/">Zulu people</a>.</p>
  68. <h3>Wildlife Safari</h3>
  69. <div id="attachment_9736" style="width: 1895px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-9736" class="size-full wp-image-9736" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa.jpg" alt="Topmost visited attractions in Africa" width="1885" height="1414" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa.jpg 1885w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa-300x225.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa-768x576.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa-810x608.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa-1320x990.jpg 1320w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa-600x450.jpg 600w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Kruger-National-Park-South-Africa-150x113.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1885px) 100vw, 1885px" /><p id="caption-attachment-9736" class="wp-caption-text">Topmost visited attractions in Africa. Photo/tripsavvy.com</p></div>
  70. <p>Kruger tops the list of a wildlife safari in the South and it is deservingly so. Its huge area of 7,523 sq miles (19,485 sq kilometres) gives it such an iconic diversity in terms of wildlife and landscape.</p>
  71. <p>It is the largest game reserve located in the Northeastern side of the country. What’s special about this globally popular park? Wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, buffalos, zebras, antelopes, jackals, wild dogs, warthogs among many other wildlife species live here.</p>
  72. <p>The park also has huge South African rock pythons often seen strangulating prey in the grassland savannah. Moreover, there are over 500 bird species in Kruger and innumerable insects to support their existence. Further, the woodland savannah, open savannah bushveld and mountains cream a game safari in the park.</p>
  73. <p>Surprisingly, roads across Kruger National Park are well-tarmacked with lots of dining options such as the iconic and luxurious <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/kruger-shalati-the-luxurious-hotel-on-a-train-bridge-passing-over-kruger-national-park/">Kruger Shalati</a>. These facilities enable tourists to enjoy a self-drive game safari or opt for a guided tour at any time of the year.</p>
  74. <p>Although Kruger is popular, it is not the only place to enjoy wildlife scenes in Mzansi. Here are four other fascinating game reserves you can visit each with a unique offering.</p>
  75. <ol>
  76. <li>MalaMala Game Reserve – privately owned with lots of Big Five to sight</li>
  77. <li>Sabi Sands Game Reserve – also owned privately with exclusive accommodation and stunning sights of the big five</li>
  78. <li>Phinda Game Reserve – best to spot cheetahs</li>
  79. <li>Kgalagdi Transfrontier National Park – desert wildlife and photography</li>
  80. </ol>
  81. <h3>Winelands Visit</h3>
  82. <p>A perfect holiday in South Africa should include a visit to at least one of the major wine-producing regions. South Africa is the eighth-largest wine producer in the world and its winelands are mainly in <a href="https://www.britannica.com/place/Western-Cape" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the Western Cape</a>/Province. Thus, you can head out to the following eight regions famed for their wine production.</p>
  83. <ul>
  84. <li>Franschhoek</li>
  85. <li>Stellenbosch</li>
  86. <li>Paarl</li>
  87. <li>Breede River Valley</li>
  88. <li>Breedekloof</li>
  89. <li>Robertson</li>
  90. <li>Wellington</li>
  91. <li>Constantia</li>
  92. </ul>
  93. <div id="attachment_5888" style="width: 754px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-5888" class="size-full wp-image-5888" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Stellenbosch.jpg" alt="Stellenbosch" width="744" height="419" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Stellenbosch.jpg 744w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Stellenbosch-300x169.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Stellenbosch-600x338.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px" /><p id="caption-attachment-5888" class="wp-caption-text">Stellenbosch. Photo/India Outbound</p></div>
  94. <h3>Scenery Safaris</h3>
  95. <p>This Southern African country has dramatic sceneries from every end. Her coastlines are intrinsically captivating, while its wild side has a fascinating blend of lush greenery and complements of open grassland and woodland savannahs.</p>
  96. <p>Still, you won’t see any charming scenery if you skip the four major breathtaking sceneries in Mzansi.</p>
  97. <ol>
  98. <li>Table Mountain</li>
  99. <li>Drakensberg Mountains</li>
  100. <li>Blyde River Canyon</li>
  101. <li>Cederberg Mountains</li>
  102. </ol>
  103. <h3>Cultural Tour</h3>
  104. <p>South Africa is one of the greatest <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/african-countries-with-most-lions/">African countries</a> with a rich history over and above the Apartheid struggle. In your next visit, check out Robben Island where the late Nelson Mandela was jailed for 27 years.</p>
  105. <p>Next, take a tour of Cape Town and enjoy the scenes on Long Street and the Bo-Kaap neighbourhood. The latter is popular for its culture, blending Indonesian, African and Malaysian influences.</p>
  106. <p>Subsequently, learn more about South African history at the District Six Museum, the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg and at Kwa-Zulu Natal Midlands. More importantly, book a date for a tour <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/why-is-soweto-a-tourist-attraction-with-its-dark-history/">of Soweto</a> Township famed for shaping the anti-Apartheid struggle.</p>
  107. <h3>Shopping and Party Life</h3>
  108. <div id="attachment_35403" style="width: 1210px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-35403" class="size-full wp-image-35403" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Saint-Champagne-Bar.webp" alt="Saint Champagne Bar and Lounge" width="1200" height="705" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Saint-Champagne-Bar.webp 1200w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Saint-Champagne-Bar-300x176.webp 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Saint-Champagne-Bar-1024x602.webp 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Saint-Champagne-Bar-768x451.webp 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Saint-Champagne-Bar-810x476.webp 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Saint-Champagne-Bar-1140x670.webp 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Saint-Champagne-Bar-600x353.webp 600w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Saint-Champagne-Bar-150x88.webp 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-35403" class="wp-caption-text">Saint Champagne Bar and Lounge. Photo/ Cape Town Magazine.</p></div>
  109. <p>Shopping and partying are integral aspects of a holiday in South Africa. Some of Africa’s best and <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/biggest-shopping-malls-in-south-africa/">biggest shopping malls</a> are spread across major cities and towns. From Sandton, Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban; you can shop for anything you want.</p>
  110. <p>As for partying, <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/biggest-shopping-malls-in-south-africa/">Cape Town undoubtedly has the best nightlife</a>. There are over 30 places to wind down a night in style. Enjoy the native sounds of Amapiano, Gqom, Kwaito, Maskandi and hip hop.</p>
  111. <h2>What is the Best Month to Travel to South Africa?</h2>
  112. <p>Different months have different things to offer based on your safari preferences.  Below is an illustration of what to consider when planning for a holiday in South Africa.</p>
  113. <table>
  114. <tbody>
  115. <tr>
  116. <td width="208"><strong>Month</strong></td>
  117. <td width="208"><strong>Best time for</strong></td>
  118. <td width="208"><strong>Bad time for</strong></td>
  119. </tr>
  120. <tr>
  121. <td width="208">November to March</td>
  122. <td width="208">Whale watching</td>
  123. <td width="208">Wildlife safari</td>
  124. </tr>
  125. <tr>
  126. <td width="208">April to May</td>
  127. <td width="208">Wildlife safari</td>
  128. <td width="208">Whale watching</td>
  129. </tr>
  130. <tr>
  131. <td width="208">June to August</td>
  132. <td width="208">Wildlife safari</td>
  133. <td width="208">Whale watching</td>
  134. </tr>
  135. <tr>
  136. <td width="208">Whale watching</td>
  137. <td width="208">Hiking and other outdoor activities</td>
  138. <td width="208">Wildlife safari</td>
  139. </tr>
  140. </tbody>
  141. </table>
  142. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  143. <h2>How Expensive is South Africa Holiday?</h2>
  144. <p>Several factors determine the ultimate cost of your vacation in Johannesburg or another place within the country. Among them is the season – peak or off-peak – your budget, choice of accommodation, mode of transport etc. All of the above determines how much you spend on your holiday.</p>
  145. <h2>Conclusion</h2>
  146. <p>A holiday in South Africa is a dream for many people. There are a lot of game safari escapades, sceneries to see and a culture to experience.</p>
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  155. <title>10 Interesting Facts About Balokole Christians in Uganda</title>
  156. <link>https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/interesting-facts-about-balokole/</link>
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  159. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Teresa Mwangi]]></dc:creator>
  160. <pubDate>Sat, 15 Jun 2024 12:04:57 +0000</pubDate>
  161. <category><![CDATA[Culture]]></category>
  162. <category><![CDATA[The Beauty of Africa]]></category>
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  172. <description><![CDATA[Staunch religious following tops interesting facts about Balokole in Uganda. This movement easily passes off as the most sacred in Africa and the East African Pentecostal Church is the epicentre of it all. Its people have for decades challenged other believers, something that stirred the waters in Ugandan Christian circles.  This led to calls in [&#8230;]]]></description>
  173. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Staunch religious following tops interesting facts about Balokole in Uganda. This movement easily passes off as the most sacred in Africa and the <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/east-african-country-with-the-most-beautiful-ladies/">East African</a> Pentecostal Church is the epicentre of it all.</p>
  174. <p>Its people have for decades challenged other believers, something that stirred the waters in <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/ssaalongo-nsikonenne-habib-ssezzigu/">Ugandan</a> Christian circles.  This led to calls in the past to Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni to ban their religious activities. calls. He said that what appears to be a ‘cult’ in the eyes of the people is just deep Christian faith.</p>
  175. <p>However, he turned down these calls. Museveni asserted that their faith has helped him advance and implement his government’s socio-economic agenda.</p>
  176. <p>Here is more about this unique group of Christians.</p>
  177. <h2>What is the Meaning of Balokole?</h2>
  178. <p>Balokole is a native Ugandan name meaning ‘saved people.’ This spiritual identity is a major drive for the deeply rooted Christianity in this religious reformist movement.  Although their faith may seem intimidating to other believers, they are good people who take the gospel too seriously.</p>
  179. <p>Their hub of worship is the Pentecostal Church headed by a bishop at the highest level and a pastor at the congregational level.</p>
  180. <div id="attachment_37081" style="width: 1285px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37081" class="size-full wp-image-37081" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ancient-pentecost-church.jpg" alt="interesting facts about balokole" width="1275" height="849" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ancient-pentecost-church.jpg 1275w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ancient-pentecost-church-300x200.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ancient-pentecost-church-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ancient-pentecost-church-768x511.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ancient-pentecost-church-810x539.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ancient-pentecost-church-1140x759.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ancient-pentecost-church-150x100.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1275px) 100vw, 1275px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37081" class="wp-caption-text">An ancient Pentecostal church in Uganda. Photo/</p></div>
  181. <h2>What is the Balokole Movement in Uganda?</h2>
  182. <p>The Balokole, as they are known in Luganda, are a model Christian outfit predominantly affiliated to the <a href="https://www.britannica.com/topic/Pentecostalism" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pentecostal Church</a>. An African gospel elitist Simeon Nsibambi and an English missionary John Church founded the movement in the mid-1930s.</p>
  183. <p>Among many of the interesting facts about Balokole is their high standards for purity entrenched in individual faith. That’s why they brand themselves as the saved ones or the awoke Christians.</p>
  184. <p>Living strictly by the teachings of the bible raises the threshold of faith, spirituality and morality among Christian believers. Pentecostalism which is the foundation of the Pentecostal Church of East Africa executes its ministry on the hallmarks of holiness, strong faith and morality.</p>
  185. <h2>What are the Interesting Facts About Balokole?</h2>
  186. <p>Before you get to the interesting facts about Balokole in Uganda, here is a little history. Church and Nsibambi founded this African Evangelical movement in 1930. They enjoyed a huge following from Uganda, <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/why-kenyan-men-love-ugandan-women/">Kenya and Uganda</a> in the beginning.</p>
  187. <p>Theologically, Nsibambi and Church read heavily from the revival movement in the West in the 19<sup>th</sup> century to start their own <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/biggest-catholic-church-in-africa/">in Africa</a>. Nevertheless, it is Uganda that embraced the reformist Christian movement the most to date.</p>
  188. <p>Here are amazing facts about this Christian movement.</p>
  189. <div id="attachment_37082" style="width: 1630px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37082" class="size-full wp-image-37082" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/F-Pentecost-chru.jpg" alt="What is the Balokole Movement in Uganda?" width="1620" height="1080" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/F-Pentecost-chru.jpg 1620w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/F-Pentecost-chru-300x200.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/F-Pentecost-chru-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/F-Pentecost-chru-768x512.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/F-Pentecost-chru-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/F-Pentecost-chru-810x540.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/F-Pentecost-chru-1140x760.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/F-Pentecost-chru-150x100.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1620px) 100vw, 1620px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37082" class="wp-caption-text">The first Pentecostal Church in Uganda. Photo/Daily Monitor</p></div>
  190. <ol>
  191. <li>A Majority of them live in Eastern Uganda, a region surrounding Mt Elgon where there are a lot of Pentecostal Churches.</li>
  192. <li>Major Ugandan cities and towns such as Jinja, Kampala and Mbale equally have a steadily growing portfolio of Evangelical churches. Essentially, it means that the Balokole religious dictates are gaining popularity outside the Eastern zone.</li>
  193. <li>They remain critical of some other churches in Uganda accusing them of hypocrisy and immorality.</li>
  194. <li>The group believes in a brotherhood of equality to help each other spiritually and otherwise.</li>
  195. <li>Purity in all forms; in thoughts and deeds is non-negotiable for them.</li>
  196. <li>They believe in the public confession of their sins as a way to inspire other sinners and non-believers to be born again.</li>
  197. <li>After confessing their sins and being converted to upright followers of Christ, they publicly narrate their conversion experience.</li>
  198. <li>Most of its early followers were from protestant churches such as the Anglican Church. They switched to Pentecostal faith over what was termed as being ‘sleepy’ worshippers.</li>
  199. <li>A spiritual elder must be present in every Sunday service. He/she is a beacon of hope and a pillar of spiritual support to those who slack along the way.</li>
  200. <li>Biblical teachings are their light and they follow it to the letter. Active faith requires intentional deeds which the bible provides.</li>
  201. </ol>
  202. <h2>Where Did the Tukutendereza Come from?</h2>
  203. <p>‘Tukutendereza’ is a popular Luganda salutation loosely translating to ‘praise God.’  Historically, early departees from the Anglican Church to the Evangelical Pentecostal Church introduced this phrase that the Balokole quickly embraced. It is now a trademark during church services and is mostly an affirmation of faith in God’s word.</p>
  204. <h2>Conclusion</h2>
  205. <p>In general, the Balokole refers to a group or movement with an exceptionally strong belief in the gospel. Anglicans make up the biggest number of its first followers back in the 1930s when John E. Church and Simeon Nsibambi. Today, they practice Pentecostalism which is deeper in all spiritual spheres than what present-day Anglicans have.</p>
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  214. <title>14 Superhuman Destinations Kenya Rift Valley Safari Offers</title>
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  218. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Teresa Mwangi]]></dc:creator>
  219. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2024 13:24:05 +0000</pubDate>
  220. <category><![CDATA[Adventure]]></category>
  221. <category><![CDATA[Nature]]></category>
  222. <category><![CDATA[Great Rift Valley]]></category>
  223. <category><![CDATA[Hells Gate National Park]]></category>
  224. <category><![CDATA[Kenya Safari]]></category>
  225. <category><![CDATA[Lake Naivasha]]></category>
  226. <category><![CDATA[Lake Nakuru]]></category>
  227. <category><![CDATA[Masai Mara]]></category>
  228. <category><![CDATA[Mt Longonot]]></category>
  229. <category><![CDATA[Rift Valley]]></category>
  230. <category><![CDATA[Safari]]></category>
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  233. <description><![CDATA[Kenya Rift Valley is the heartbeat of tourism in East Africa. You never experience the true feeling of a Kenyan safari without visiting the many travel destinations in the Rift. Most wanderlusts who have visited this region live to tell a fairy tale of your safari to Kenya’s most scenic places. Wildlife, dramatic landscapes and [&#8230;]]]></description>
  234. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Kenya Rift Valley is the heartbeat of tourism <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/biggest-mall-in-east-africa/">in East Africa</a>. You never experience the true feeling of a Kenyan safari without visiting the many travel destinations in the Rift.</p>
  235. <p>Most wanderlusts who have visited this region live to tell a fairy tale of <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/the-top-5-most-exciting-safari-parks-in-kenya/">your safari</a> to Kenya’s most scenic places. Wildlife, dramatic landscapes and cultural exploration top the list of what you experience during your safari.</p>
  236. <h2>How Good is Kenya Rift Valley Safari?</h2>
  237. <p>Some of the best wanderlust experiences you will live to talk about lie still in the Great Rift. Here are 14 amazing places within this geo-landscape that make your Kenya Rift Valley safari unforgettable.</p>
  238. <ol>
  239. <li>Great Rift Valley Escarpment</li>
  240. <li>Maasai Mara</li>
  241. <li>Lake Naivasha</li>
  242. <li>Soysambu Conservancy</li>
  243. <li>Lake Elementaita</li>
  244. <li>Lake Naivasha</li>
  245. <li>Lake Nakuru</li>
  246. <li>Lake Nakuru National Park</li>
  247. <li>Hell&#8217;s Gate National Park</li>
  248. <li>Mt Longonot</li>
  249. <li>Menengai Crater</li>
  250. <li>Kericho Tea Zone</li>
  251. <li>Iten paragliding</li>
  252. <li>Lake Bogoria</li>
  253. </ol>
  254. <p>Let’s look at what some of the most popular travel destinations above have to offer.</p>
  255. <h3>The Beauty of Masai Mara</h3>
  256. <div id="attachment_9657" style="width: 1420px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-9657" class="size-full wp-image-9657" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve.jpg" alt="Maasai Mara" width="1410" height="939" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve.jpg 1410w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve-300x200.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve-768x511.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve-810x539.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve-1140x759.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve-1320x879.jpg 1320w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve-600x400.jpg 600w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Masai-Mara-National-Reserve-150x100.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1410px) 100vw, 1410px" /><p id="caption-attachment-9657" class="wp-caption-text">Wildebeests in Maasai Mara. Photo/ Acacia Safaris Uganda.</p></div>
  257. <p><a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/masai-mara-game-drive-rules/">Masai Mara</a> is a globally popular wildlife safari destination lying in the South Rift where all the wild wonders happen. The Mara ecosystem which extends to the Serengeti in Tanzania has 95 mammal species and over 500 bird species.</p>
  258. <p>Elephants, lions, buffalos, rhinos and leopards – the Big Five – satisfy your curiosity of what and how they are like. Amazingly, the elephants of the Mara are lone bulls living in the riverine forests within this vast ecosystem. Although they are innately aggressive animals; some of these animals are docile. They forage near camps within the game reserve without staging any attacks on curious onlookers from these establishments.</p>
  259. <p>Additionally, the annual Wildebeest Migration that starts in July to late October spans the global fame of this reserve. It is estimated that at least two million zebras, buffalos and wildebeests cross over to Tanzania from Kenya. Dubbed the <a href="https://sevenwonders.org/african/kenya/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Seventh Wonder</a> in the world, the spectacle is always at the Mara River famed for its mean-looking crocodiles.</p>
  260. <p>Usually, these Nile crocodiles have a four-month-long feast as these wild animals cross the river headed to the Serengeti. Moreover, Masai Mara is an incredible <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/kenya-ranks-best-wildlife-photography-destination/">wildlife photography</a> destination.</p>
  261. <h3>Mt Longonot</h3>
  262. <div id="attachment_37067" style="width: 1034px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37067" class="size-full wp-image-37067" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mt-Longonot-Naivasha.jpg" alt="mt longonot" width="1024" height="768" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mt-Longonot-Naivasha.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mt-Longonot-Naivasha-300x225.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mt-Longonot-Naivasha-768x576.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mt-Longonot-Naivasha-810x608.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mt-Longonot-Naivasha-150x113.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37067" class="wp-caption-text">Mt Longonot Naivasha. Photo/PeakVisor</p></div>
  263. <p>A little action spices up your travel and one of such is trekking or mountain climbing. Mt Longonot is 2,776 metres tall (9,108 ft). A physically fit person takes at least 4-6 hours to climb to the peak and enjoy the dramatic views of the geologically marvellous escarpments and valleys.</p>
  264. <h3>Lake Naivasha</h3>
  265. <p>Full boat rides at Lake Naivasha are epic. Hippos abound in this freshwater lake with a luxurious private island; Crescent Island. Waterbucks and antelopes are a common sight here.</p>
  266. <h3>Hell’s Gate National Park</h3>
  267. <p>Hell’s Gate National Park is uniquely tantalizing for travellers. You ride a mountain bike ride against a dropping scenery of volcanic action and free-moving zebras, and baboons.  Buffalos are also a common sight. Bird enthusiasts love it more at Hell’s Gate as there are over 10 bird species.</p>
  268. <h3>Lake Nakuru National Park</h3>
  269. <div id="attachment_3542" style="width: 1034px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-3542" class="size-full wp-image-3542" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Lake-Nakuru-Dream-Africa.jpg" alt="Kenya Named World’s Leading Safari Destination For The Sixth Time" width="1024" height="768" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Lake-Nakuru-Dream-Africa.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Lake-Nakuru-Dream-Africa-600x450.jpg 600w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Lake-Nakuru-Dream-Africa-300x225.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Lake-Nakuru-Dream-Africa-768x576.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Lake-Nakuru-Dream-Africa-86x64.jpg 86w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><p id="caption-attachment-3542" class="wp-caption-text">Kenya&#8217;s Lake Nakuru. [Photo: Dream Africa]</p></div>Beyond the escarpments and craters which largely define Kenya Rift Valley geology, flamingos at Lake Nakuru National Park are a marvel.  Lake Nakuru’s ecosystem is superhuman with vast bushy and wooded grasslands that support the existence of rhinos and 1.5 million flamingos.</p>
  270. <h3>Kericho Tea Zone</h3>
  271. <p>Astounding sights of brightly coloured green rolling hills usher you to <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g317062-d2500326-Reviews-Kericho_Tea_Plantations-Kericho_Rift_Valley_Province.html#:~:text=There%20are%20beautiful%20rolling%20hills,Gusii%20in%20the%2019th%20Century." target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kericho tea plantations</a> stretching far into the horizons. Kericho is cool being a highland. You may experience showers of rainfall here even during the dry months of the year; January and September.</p>
  272. <h2>What is the Great Rift Valley, Kenya Known for?</h2>
  273. <p>Awe-inspiring scenery is what the Great Rift Valley is known for. Tectonic forces on the floor of the region stirred volcanic activity resulting in the lakes found within the region and craters.</p>
  274. <p>To date, these tectonic movements are active with fault lines forming from time to time in different places. However, there is much more than the geological formations. The following also add to the region’s fame.</p>
  275. <ul>
  276. <li>Maasai culture – Narok is a Maa zone and their cultural intrigues fascinate travellers</li>
  277. <li>Wildlife</li>
  278. <li>Lakes</li>
  279. <li>Five-star lodges</li>
  280. <li>Natural wonders such as the Olkaria geothermal plant at Hell’s Gate National Park</li>
  281. <li>Diatomite in Kariandusi</li>
  282. </ul>
  283. <h2>How Many Rift Valley Lakes are in Kenya?</h2>
  284. <p>There are eight lakes stretching to the farthest northern frontier of the wider Rift Valley, Turkana.  They include the following.</p>
  285. <ol>
  286. <li>Lake Bogoria</li>
  287. <li>Lake Baringo</li>
  288. <li>Lake Nakuru</li>
  289. <li>Lake Naivasha</li>
  290. <li>Lake Turkana</li>
  291. <li>Lake Magadi</li>
  292. <li>Lake Logipi</li>
  293. <li>Lake Elementaita</li>
  294. </ol>
  295. <h2>Conclusion</h2>
  296. <p>A vacation in Kenya is incomplete if you don’t visit the Great Rift Valley. It combines breathtaking scenery, wildlife, a unique tourism ecosystem and lovely lodges.</p>
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  305. <title>Stunning History Behind the Biggest Catholic Church in Africa</title>
  306. <link>https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/biggest-catholic-church-in-africa/</link>
  307. <comments>https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/biggest-catholic-church-in-africa/#respond</comments>
  309. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Teresa Mwangi]]></dc:creator>
  310. <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jun 2024 04:33:15 +0000</pubDate>
  311. <category><![CDATA[Destinations]]></category>
  312. <category><![CDATA[Western Africa]]></category>
  313. <category><![CDATA[Basilica]]></category>
  314. <category><![CDATA[Basilica of Our Lady of Peace]]></category>
  315. <category><![CDATA[Catholic]]></category>
  316. <category><![CDATA[Church]]></category>
  317. <category><![CDATA[Côte d'Ivoire]]></category>
  318. <category><![CDATA[Félix Houphouët-Boigny]]></category>
  319. <category><![CDATA[Italy]]></category>
  320. <category><![CDATA[Ivory Coast]]></category>
  321. <category><![CDATA[Pope]]></category>
  322. <category><![CDATA[St Peter's Basilica]]></category>
  323. <category><![CDATA[Vatican]]></category>
  324. <category><![CDATA[Yamoussoukro]]></category>
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  326.  
  327. <description><![CDATA[What comes to your mind on the random thought of the biggest Catholic church in Africa? Something close to St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, Italy perhaps but Cote d’Ivoire (formerly known as Ivory Coast) has a surprise for you. Anytime you mention the Catholic church, Italy, and more specifically St Peter’s Basilica comes to [&#8230;]]]></description>
  328. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What comes to your mind on the random thought of the biggest Catholic church in Africa? Something close to St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, Italy perhaps but Cote d’Ivoire (formerly known as Ivory Coast) has a surprise for you.</p>
  329. <p>Anytime you mention the Catholic church, Italy, and more specifically St Peter’s Basilica comes to mind for this reason. Catholics believe that the Rome-based Basilica sits on a holy site where St Peter, who Biblically, headed the twelve disciples of Jesus, was buried. Judging <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/how-italian-mafia-became-a-part-of-mt-kenya-safari-club-history/">by Italian</a> architectural standards, this Rome-based Basilica always sends notions there is no other church close to this one. But Africa has it and it’s even bigger. Read on and learn more.</p>
  330. <h2>Which is the Biggest Catholic Church in Africa?</h2>
  331. <p>The biggest Catholic church in Africa is the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro in Cote d’Ivoire. <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/inside-yamoussoukros-city-crocodiles-believed-to-have-mystical-powers/">Yamoussoukro is a populous city</a> in this West African country known for its political and cultural standing.  The Basilica of Our Lady of Peace is a major cultural wonder in this administrative capital of Cote D’Ivoire.</p>
  332. <div id="attachment_37053" style="width: 2164px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37053" class="size-full wp-image-37053" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica.jpg" alt="biggest catholic church in africa" width="2154" height="1392" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica.jpg 2154w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica-300x194.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica-1024x662.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica-768x496.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica-1536x993.jpg 1536w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica-2048x1323.jpg 2048w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica-810x523.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica-1140x737.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Basilica-150x97.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 2154px) 100vw, 2154px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37053" class="wp-caption-text">The Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro in Cote d’Ivoire. Photo/Getty Images</p></div>
  333. <p>Félix Houphouët-Boigny, the first Ivorian president built the church as a gift to the people of Yamoussoukro where he grew up. Cote d’Ivoire’s majority population, 42.5% are <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/ramadan-rules-for-boyfriend-and-girlfriend/">Muslims</a> while 39.8% are Christians, most of whom are Catholics.</p>
  334. <p>Pierre Fakhoury a Lebanese-born architect designed this Basilica in Yamoussoukro borrowing heavily from the Vatican in Italy.  Dumez, a French-affiliated construction company built this church from 1985 to 1989, a project that cost millions of dollars. Some sources indicate that it cost $175 million, while others put the figure at $300 million and $600 million respectively.</p>
  335. <p>Looking at its interior, the estimated cost of construction could pass. The <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g294193-d2025852-Reviews-The_Basilica_of_Our_Lady_of_Peace-Yamoussoukro_Lacs_Region.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Basilica of Our Lady of Peace</a> features 90,000 sq ft of Italian imported marble and 18,500 panels of handmade French stained glass shipped from France.  France Vitrail International which supplied the glass states that this was the company’s largest single order up to now.</p>
  336. <p><em>Here are the amazing structural details the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro</em></p>
  337. <table>
  338. <tbody>
  339. <tr>
  340. <td width="125"><strong>Capacity</strong></td>
  341. <td width="125"><strong>Size in Sq ft</strong></td>
  342. <td width="125"><strong>Dome Height </strong></td>
  343. <td width="125"><strong>Dome Diameter</strong></td>
  344. <td width="125"><strong>Overall length</strong></td>
  345. </tr>
  346. <tr>
  347. <td width="125">18,000</td>
  348. <td width="125">320,000 sq ft</td>
  349. <td width="125">158 metres</td>
  350. <td width="125">90 metres</td>
  351. <td width="125">195 metres</td>
  352. </tr>
  353. </tbody>
  354. </table>
  355. <h2>Which is the Largest Church in Africa?</h2>
  356. <p>Cote d’Ivoire’s Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro is the largest Catholic church in the continent with a capacity of 18,000 people. There are 7,000 seats in this Basilica and an additional standing space of 11,000 people. Its architectural interior décor features both structural and decorative columns all different in size.  Elevators are in every corner of the structure running to its twin villas whose significance is unbounded.</p>
  357. <div id="attachment_37055" style="width: 2570px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37055" class="size-full wp-image-37055" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-scaled.jpg" alt="biggest catholic church in africa" width="2560" height="1380" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-300x162.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-1024x552.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-768x414.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-1536x828.jpg 1536w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-2048x1104.jpg 2048w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-810x437.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-1140x614.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Basilica-150x81.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37055" class="wp-caption-text">The Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro. Photo/ DayTrip</p></div>
  358. <p>One of the villas is a reserve for the Pope whenever he visits while the other one serves as an administrative zone from which the clergy run the church. Ironically, there is only one papal visit ever made during the consecration of the church by Pope John Paul II in 1990.</p>
  359. <p><a href="https://www.britannica.com/biography/Felix-Houphouet-Boigny" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Houphouët-Boigny</a> was still in power and he invited the Pope from the Vatican to formally accept the gift and consecrate the church. He was a long-serving career politician besides his professional medical background. But politics had a bigger beat than his practice as a physician. He led Ivory Coast to independence in 1960 and ruled until 1990. He then passed on in 1993, just three years after the official opening of the church.</p>
  360. <p>The late Ivorian founding father considered this church the most prestigious retirement gift in his native home town of Yamoussoukro. His religious background is largely attributed to helping Cote d’Ivoire achieve immense economic success during his 30-year rule. Besides his brilliant leadership; it is the biggest Catholic church in Africa that Ivorians remember him for.</p>
  361. <p>Importantly, Houphouët-Boigny still pushed on with the church&#8217;s construction despite the controversy its construction cost brewed.  A section of the populace felt that it was a misplaced priority but he stayed focused.</p>
  362. <p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-37057" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Houphouet-Boigny.jpg" alt="Félix Houphouët-Boigny" width="1400" height="933" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Houphouet-Boigny.jpg 1400w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Houphouet-Boigny-300x200.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Houphouet-Boigny-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Houphouet-Boigny-768x512.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Houphouet-Boigny-810x540.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Houphouet-Boigny-1140x760.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Houphouet-Boigny-150x100.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px" /></p>
  363. <h2>Which African Country Has the Most Catholics?</h2>
  364. <p>The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has 45 million Catholics making it the only African country with the most Catholic followers. Other <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/african-countries-with-most-lions/">African countries</a> with many followers of the Catholic faith include the following:</p>
  365. <ul>
  366. <li>Nigeria &#8211; 30.5 million Catholics</li>
  367. <li>Angola &#8211; 16.7 million</li>
  368. <li>Uganda &#8211; 28.4 million</li>
  369. <li>South Africa &#8211; 7.1 million</li>
  370. </ul>
  371. <h2>Conclusion</h2>
  372. <p>In conclusion, Yamoussoukro in Cote d&#8217;Ivoire is the wonderous place where the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace is situated. It sits on 320,000 sq ft with an 18,000 capacity.  Pope John Paul II consecrated it in 1990 and that’s the last time a papal visit was ever registered in this West African country.</p>
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  381. <title>5 Major Destinations That Crown Tanzania Safari Anytime</title>
  382. <link>https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/tanzania-safari/</link>
  383. <comments>https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/tanzania-safari/#comments</comments>
  385. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Abraham Odhiambo]]></dc:creator>
  386. <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:15:41 +0000</pubDate>
  387. <category><![CDATA[Adventure]]></category>
  388. <category><![CDATA[Safaris In Africa]]></category>
  389. <category><![CDATA[Africa Safari]]></category>
  390. <category><![CDATA[Arusha National Park]]></category>
  391. <category><![CDATA[Lake Manyara Park]]></category>
  392. <category><![CDATA[Ruaha National Park]]></category>
  393. <category><![CDATA[Safari]]></category>
  394. <category><![CDATA[Tanzania]]></category>
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  397.  
  398. <description><![CDATA[From the majestic natural landscapes to the vibrant wildlife freely roaming the land, the Tanzania safari is a bucket-list journey. Found in the heart of East Africa, Tanzania is one of those places you want to visit at least once in a lifetime because the adventure is like no other. Here, the sunrise brings along [&#8230;]]]></description>
  399. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From the majestic natural landscapes to the vibrant wildlife freely roaming the land, the Tanzania safari is a bucket-list journey. Found in the heart of <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/tanzania-safety-rating/">East Africa</a>, Tanzania is one of those places you want to visit at least once in a lifetime because the adventure is like no other.</p>
  400. <p>Here, the sunrise brings along the golden opportunity to explore the golden savannas of the Serengeti, the towering height of <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/climbing-mount-kilimanjaro/">Mount Kilimanjaro</a>, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and not forgetting the <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/top-5-beaches-in-zanzibar/">stunning beaches</a> of Zanzibar. The adventure continues even at dusk as you have plenty of luxurious lodges to spend the night gazing at the clear sky before falling asleep to the sounds of the savannah as your lullaby.</p>
  401. <h2><strong>Which Tanzania Safari Is Best?</strong></h2>
  402. <p>With plenty of options to choose from, it might be difficult to figure out where to go on a Tanzania safari. So in this guide, we bring you the top destinations worth exploring to discover the magic of Tanzania.</p>
  403. <h3><strong>1. The Serengeti</strong></h3>
  404. <div id="attachment_29944" style="width: 1210px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29944" class="size-full wp-image-29944" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/serengeti-national-park-lions.jpg" alt="Serengeti National Park" width="1200" height="800" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/serengeti-national-park-lions.jpg 1200w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/serengeti-national-park-lions-300x200.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/serengeti-national-park-lions-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/serengeti-national-park-lions-768x512.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/serengeti-national-park-lions-810x540.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/serengeti-national-park-lions-1140x760.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/serengeti-national-park-lions-600x400.jpg 600w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/serengeti-national-park-lions-150x100.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-29944" class="wp-caption-text">The Serengeti is home to big cats such as lions. Photo/ Enclose Africa Safaris.</p></div>
  405. <p>Home to the famed wildebeest migration, the Serengeti is one of the most famous game viewing parks in the whole of Africa. It is a genuine contender for the best spot to experience wildlife globally.</p>
  406. <p>The Serengeti is located in northern Tanzania and offers the stomping ground needed by over two million of wildebeests during the <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/the-great-migration-month-by-month-account-in-maasai-mara/">Great Migration</a>. On top of that, lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas also reside here preying on herbivores. The territory is surrounded by fences and there is close to zero interruption from humans except for tourists.</p>
  407. <h3> <strong>2. The Ngorongoro Crater </strong></h3>
  408. <p>Ngorongoro Crater in northern Tanzania is a truly stunning site that boasts a high concentration of wildlife. This is one of the places to visit if you want to see the <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/best-spots-to-sight-the-big-five-wildlife-in-kenya/">Big Five</a> (lions, cheetahs, leopards, rhinos and elephants).</p>
  409. <p>The animals here don&#8217;t migrate as they choose to rely on the Crater&#8217;s fertile grazing ground and water supply to survive. For this reason, the Ngorongoro Crater is sometimes referred to as &#8216;the garden of Eden&#8217;.</p>
  410. <div id="attachment_28742" style="width: 1210px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-28742" class="size-full wp-image-28742" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ngorongoro-crater.jpg" alt="Ngorongoro crater" width="1200" height="675" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ngorongoro-crater.jpg 1200w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ngorongoro-crater-300x169.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ngorongoro-crater-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ngorongoro-crater-768x432.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ngorongoro-crater-810x456.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ngorongoro-crater-1140x641.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ngorongoro-crater-150x84.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-28742" class="wp-caption-text">Wildlife at Ngorongoro Crater. Photo/ The Times.</p></div>
  411. <h3><strong>3. Ruaha National Park</strong></h3>
  412. <p>Ruaha National Park is another superb destination for big cat viewing as it offers one of the highest concentrations of predators you&#8217;ll find in Africa. The park is less crowded which means you&#8217;ll enjoy a ridiculously good and truly exceptional Tanzania safari.</p>
  413. <p>This off-the-beaten-track is booked alongside Nyerere National Park, which is the largest national park in East Africa and the continent at large. Some of the activities to enjoy at Ruaha include exploring lagoons, swamps, and channels, and taking a riverboat safari which involves spotting wildlife while in the comfort of the boat.</p>
  414. <h3><strong>4. Lake Manyara Park </strong></h3>
  415. <p>Lake Manyara is a major attraction in Tanzania because about two-thirds of the park is covered by water. Although it is small, it offers fantastic wildlife viewing experiences. The park is famous for having large herds of elephants but what steals the attention of many tourists here are the <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/nature/tree-climbing-lions-of-tanzania-and-uganda/">tree-climbing lions</a>. Apart from wildlife viewing, other activities tourists enjoy at Lake Manyara Park include canoeing, nature walks and community visits.</p>
  416. <h3><strong>5. Arusha National Park </strong></h3>
  417. <p>If your dream on a safari to Tanzania is to see giraffes then <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g6940195-Arusha_National_Park_Arusha_Region-Vacations.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Arusha National Park</a> is the place to visit during the holidays. The park, which covers 552 kilometres, is famous for being home to the largest population of giraffes in the world. It is also the place to see wildlife species that you&#8217;ll rarely come across in other parks such as red duikers, black and white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, warthogs and bushbucks.</p>
  418. <div id="attachment_10040" style="width: 1485px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10040" class="size-full wp-image-10040" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6.jpg" alt="Arusha National Park" width="1475" height="860" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6.jpg 1475w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6-300x175.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6-1024x597.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6-768x448.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6-810x472.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6-1140x665.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6-1320x770.jpg 1320w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6-600x350.jpg 600w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mount-Meru-6-150x87.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1475px) 100vw, 1475px" /><p id="caption-attachment-10040" class="wp-caption-text">Arusha National Park. Photo/ Keys Tours.</p></div>
  419. <p>Due to its small size, tourists to Arusha National Park can enjoy all activities in one day before returning to Arusha town at night. The park is home to the second-highest mountain in Tanzania &#8211; <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g6940195-d472309-Reviews-Mount_Meru-Arusha_National_Park_Arusha_Region.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mount Meru</a>.</p>
  420. <h2><strong>How Much Does a Safari Cost in Tanzania?</strong></h2>
  421. <p>On average, a safari to this East African country costs around $250 per person per day for travellers on a budget. If you&#8217;re booking a mid-range safari then the cost is around $350 per person. A luxury safari to Tanzania costs around $525 per person per day.</p>
  422. <h2><strong>Is Kenya or Tanzania Better for Safari?</strong></h2>
  423. <p>The debate over which safari is better between Kenya and Tanzania has been on for years. While Kenya is popular worldwide and preferred by many tourists, Tanzania has a slight edge thanks to the size of the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater.</p>
  424. <h2><strong>What Is the Best Time for a Safari in Tanzania?</strong></h2>
  425. <div class="wDYxhc" lang="en-KE" data-md="61">
  426. <div class="LGOjhe" role="heading" data-attrid="wa:/description" data-hveid="CBQQAA"><span class="BxUVEf ILfuVd" lang="en"><span class="hgKElc">The best time for a Tanzania safari is July to September when the Great Migration is happening with over two million animals crossing the Mara River. During this period tourists also enjoy trekking and beach holidays in the Zanzibar archipelago.</span></span></div>
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  436. <title>Worms on the Menu: Meet South African Tribe That Eat Worms</title>
  437. <link>https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/south-african-tribe-that-eat-worms/</link>
  438. <comments>https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/south-african-tribe-that-eat-worms/#respond</comments>
  440. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Abraham Odhiambo]]></dc:creator>
  441. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:21:24 +0000</pubDate>
  442. <category><![CDATA[Culture]]></category>
  443. <category><![CDATA[The Beauty of Africa]]></category>
  444. <category><![CDATA[Eating worms]]></category>
  445. <category><![CDATA[Edible worms]]></category>
  446. <category><![CDATA[Mopane worms]]></category>
  447. <category><![CDATA[South Africa]]></category>
  448. <category><![CDATA[South African tribes]]></category>
  449. <category><![CDATA[Venda]]></category>
  450. <category><![CDATA[Venda people]]></category>
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  453. <description><![CDATA[Have you ever heard of the South African tribe that eat worms? If not, there is no need to worry because you just came to the right place. Join me in embarking on a deeper exploration as we unravel the culinary gem of the Mopane worm which is a favourite delicacy in some parts of [&#8230;]]]></description>
  454. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever heard of the South African tribe that eat worms? If not, there is no need to worry because you just came to the right place. Join me in embarking on a deeper exploration as we unravel the culinary gem of the Mopane worm which is a favourite delicacy in some parts of <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/12-incredible-places-to-visit-in-east-and-southern-africa/">southern Africa</a>.</p>
  455. <p>From expensive supermarkets and big <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/biggest-shopping-malls-in-south-africa/">shopping malls</a> to roadside food stalls, the worms are on the menu of almost every eatery. In this article, we bring you everything you need to know about the Mopane worms and the tribe that most enjoy them.</p>
  456. <h2><strong>What Is the South African Edible Worm?</strong></h2>
  457. <p>Also known as masonja, amasonja, matomani or mashonzha, mopane worms are edible worms in South Africa. A well-cooked mopane worm is a delicacy like no other for the taste buds and is not only a source of protein and vitamins but also holds cultural significance.</p>
  458. <div id="attachment_37034" style="width: 1290px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37034" class="size-full wp-image-37034" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worm.jpg" alt="Mopane worms " width="1280" height="800" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worm.jpg 1280w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worm-300x188.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worm-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worm-768x480.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worm-810x506.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worm-1140x713.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worm-150x94.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37034" class="wp-caption-text">The mopane worm is pretty and brightly coloured. Photo/ Pinterest.</p></div>
  459. <p>To start with, mopane worms get their name from the mopane trees where they are harvested a few weeks into the rainy season before they turn into large Emperor moths. The worms, which are brightly coloured large caterpillars with little spikes on their backs, feed on the leaves of the mopane trees. They are hatched in the summer and can only be found in southern African countries.</p>
  460. <p>Onto the South African tribe that eat worms, it didn&#8217;t start the practice recently. It is something they enjoyed even before the arrival of European explorers and settlers. Some communities in <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/is-zimbabwe-expensive-to-travel/">Zimbabwe</a> have also been eating these worms for years as shown by a deposit of dried mopane found at Pomongwe Cave believed to be over 6,000 years old.</p>
  461. <p>The mopane worms are a nutritional standpoint because they are a rich source <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/high-protein-foods#:~:text=Foods%20that%20are%20highest%20in,%2C%20seeds%2C%20and%20soy%20products." target="_blank" rel="noopener">of proteins</a>, healthy fats, vitamins and essential minerals such as zinc and iron.</p>
  462. <h2><strong>Which Is the South African Tribe That Eat Worms?</strong></h2>
  463. <p>The <a href="https://www.thesouthafricaguide.com/african-tribes/south-africa-tribes-south-african-culture-venda-tribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Venda tribe</a> in Mzansi considers worms a delicacy. It&#8217;s a fascinating aspect of their culture as it reflects a blend of nutrition, tradition and economic usefulness. This tribe lives near the South African-Zimbabwean border and speaks TshiVenda or LuVenda.</p>
  464. <p>Similar to most other communities in South Africa, the Venda people came from the Great Lakes of Central Africa. They have an interesting mix of other cultures that appears to be incorporated among tribes in Central Africa and <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/luxury-hotels-in-east-africa-2/">Eastern Africa</a>.</p>
  465. <div id="attachment_37033" style="width: 1034px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37033" class="size-full wp-image-37033" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Venda-culture-experience.jpg" alt="South African tribe that eat worms " width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Venda-culture-experience.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Venda-culture-experience-300x200.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Venda-culture-experience-768x512.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Venda-culture-experience-810x540.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Venda-culture-experience-150x100.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37033" class="wp-caption-text">The Venda people of South Africa are known for eating mopane worms. Photo/ Morning Sun Nature Reserve.</p></div>
  466. <h2><strong>How to Prepare Mopane Worms</strong></h2>
  467. <p>The mopane worms are handpicked from the trees in the Mopane woodlands by women and children mostly for personal use. Once handpicked, they are well-cleaned and then sun-dried to be preserved. Mopane worms have an earthly nutty taste and can be eaten as a snack or as a stew alongside porridge made from maize.</p>
  468. <p>Some members of the South African tribe that eat worms prefer taking the mopane worms when they are fresh from trees. When eaten fresh, they are usually less chewy with a unique flavour as they are undiluted by the flavours of onions, tomatoes and garlic. How you cook them also matters a lot. Here is a simple recipe on how to prepare the worms.</p>
  469. <ul>
  470. <li>Soak the sun-dried mopane worms in a bowl of hot water for about two hours</li>
  471. <li>Remove the worms and then place them in a medium saucepan</li>
  472. <li>Cook for about 20 minutes</li>
  473. <li>Heat oil in a different pan and then fry onion, garlic and curry powder</li>
  474. <li>Add tomatoes and cook the mixture for five minutes</li>
  475. <li>Mix soup powder with water and then add to the stew</li>
  476. <li>Finally, take your mopane worms, stir to mix and then simmer for ten minutes before serving when warm</li>
  477. </ul>
  478. <div id="attachment_37037" style="width: 1034px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37037" class="wp-image-37037 size-full" style="font-weight: bold;" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worms-cooked.jpg" alt="Mopane worms" width="1024" height="640" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worms-cooked.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worms-cooked-300x188.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worms-cooked-768x480.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worms-cooked-810x506.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mopane-worms-cooked-150x94.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37037" class="wp-caption-text">Cooked mopane worms which are a delicacy among the Venda people in South Africa. Photo/Vocal</p></div>
  479. <p>Cooked mopane worms. Photo/ Vocal Media.The mopane worms have become a major source of income for many people in recent years as they are sold at roadside food stalls and even supermarkets.</p>
  480. <p>According to reports, it is estimated that roughly 9.5 billion mopane larvae are harvested in the mopane forest. The cost of all that mopane is about $85 million and the women from poor areas take about 40% of the amount as it is their main source of income.</p>
  481. <h2>Conclusion</h2>
  482. <p>Worms are protein-dense and some African communities enjoy them to the fullest. Truthfully, they are not everyone&#8217;s cup of tea but you still can acquire the courage to feast on them. Scientists have in the past indicated that people should consider eating worms as an alternative source of protein.</p>
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  500. <title>13 Masai Mara Game Drive Rules You Must Stick to</title>
  501. <link>https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/masai-mara-game-drive-rules/</link>
  502. <comments>https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/masai-mara-game-drive-rules/#comments</comments>
  504. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Teresa Mwangi]]></dc:creator>
  505. <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 13:18:21 +0000</pubDate>
  506. <category><![CDATA[Travel And Tour Packages]]></category>
  507. <category><![CDATA[Travel Guides]]></category>
  508. <category><![CDATA[Game Drive]]></category>
  509. <category><![CDATA[Great Migration]]></category>
  510. <category><![CDATA[Kenya]]></category>
  511. <category><![CDATA[Maasai mara]]></category>
  512. <category><![CDATA[Masai Mara]]></category>
  513. <category><![CDATA[Wild]]></category>
  514. <category><![CDATA[Wild animals]]></category>
  515. <category><![CDATA[Wildebeest Migration]]></category>
  516. <category><![CDATA[Wildlife]]></category>
  517. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://seeafricatoday.com/?p=37024</guid>
  518.  
  519. <description><![CDATA[The Great Migration/Wildebeest Migration season is fast approaching and many safari enthusiasts are unaware of Masai Mara game drive rules.  July to October are the peak seasons for travel to Mara when the migration is in action. At least two million wild animals cross over to the Serengeti in Tanzania for pasture and mating. Wildlife [&#8230;]]]></description>
  520. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/the-best-time-to-visit-kenya-for-the-great-migration/">Great Migration</a>/Wildebeest Migration season is fast approaching and many safari enthusiasts are unaware of Masai Mara game drive rules.  July to October are the peak seasons for travel to Mara when the migration is in action.</p>
  521. <p>At least two million wild animals cross over to <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/why-international-footballers-are-so-in-love-with-serengeti/">the Serengeti in Tanzania</a> for pasture and mating. Wildlife drama and breathtaking moments are certain and game drives give you a near-close-up wildlife experience. This year though, things have changed. Read on and find out how to best enjoy a game drive at Kenya’s Masai Mara.</p>
  522. <h2>Masai Mara Game Drive Rules 2024</h2>
  523. <p>As the 2024 Wildebeest Migration sets in, the Narok County Government has introduced new Masai Mara game drive rules. One of the major changes made this year – and in future – is banning game drives on private vehicles. The county government indicated that this ban is in line with its management plan of the Maasai Mara National Reserve.</p>
  524. <div id="attachment_37026" style="width: 2230px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37026" class="size-full wp-image-37026" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2.jpg" alt="masai mara game drive rules" width="2220" height="1400" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2.jpg 2220w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2-300x189.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2-1024x646.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2-768x484.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2-1536x969.jpg 1536w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2-2048x1292.jpg 2048w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2-810x511.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2-1140x719.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-mara-2-150x95.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 2220px) 100vw, 2220px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37026" class="wp-caption-text">A game drive at Maasai Mara. Photo/Micato Safaris</p></div>
  525. <p>In a signed memo, Alex Nabaala, the Masai Mara Chief Park Administrator said no private vehicle would be allowed into the reserve for game drives. Nabaala indicated that there are only three types of vehicles that will be allowed into <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1026010-d16844301-Reviews-Maasai_Mara_National_Reserve-Narok_Rift_Valley_Province.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Maasai Mara National Reserve</a> for game drive purposes. They include the following:</p>
  526. <ul>
  527. <li>Approved – design-wise – safari vans</li>
  528. <li>Game drive safari trucks</li>
  529. <li>Game drive safari land cruisers</li>
  530. </ul>
  531. <h2>Why Were Personal Vehicles Banned in Masai Mara Game Drive?</h2>
  532. <p>The government explained that personal vehicles with 4 x 4 capability were a recipe for disaster within the reserve.  Nabaala stated that some safari enthusiasts in these cars drove too close to the wildlife or to areas where they got stuck. Such scenarios threaten tourists as wild animals could stage attacks in reaction to encroachment.</p>
  533. <p>Some drivers went against their appointed tour guides&#8217; advice, which has been a headache for the reserve. Usually, interfering with the natural ecosystem of wild animals has dire effects seen years later.  Wildlife tends to push themselves further to inaccessible areas. Sometimes, they head out to areas too close to the human population leading to human-wildlife conflict. Now, the new rules intend to avoid such scenarios.</p>
  534. <div id="attachment_9739" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-9739" class="size-full wp-image-9739" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration.jpg" alt="The Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya" width="1920" height="1080" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration.jpg 1920w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration-300x169.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration-768x432.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration-810x456.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration-1140x641.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration-1320x743.jpg 1320w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration-600x338.jpg 600w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/safari-vehicle-surrounded-by-wildebeest-from-the-great-migration-150x84.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><p id="caption-attachment-9739" class="wp-caption-text">Safari vehicle surrounded by wildebeest from the great migration. Photo/acaciasafari.co.ug</p></div>
  535. <h2>What are the Rules for Masai Mara Game Drive?</h2>
  536. <p>Masai Mara game drive rules are so much geared towards the safety of tourists and protecting the wild animals. They are reviewed and amended on a need basis. Below are the rules and regulations of a game drive in the Mara.</p>
  537. <ol>
  538. <li>Maintain a speed limit of 50kph to avoid accidents</li>
  539. <li>Always maintain not less than a 25-metre distance with wildlife failure to which you are fined</li>
  540. <li>No music and loudness aren’t allowed as it interferes with the routine working/reaction of wild animals</li>
  541. <li>The Mara River zone is a no-gone unless with permission from rangers</li>
  542. <li>Use binoculars for better views of animals rather than driving too close to them</li>
  543. <li>Only five game safari vehicles are permitted for a single wildlife sighting. If the cars are more than five, you only have 10 minutes for viewing 100m away.</li>
  544. <li>Tourists can only disembark from their vehicles at designated points within the reserve. Mostly, for picnics or special wildlife sighting</li>
  545. <li>Do not feed wild animals</li>
  546. <li>No littering</li>
  547. <li>Don’t engage animals by whatever means, either by cueing or making any sounds</li>
  548. <li>No one should or is allowed to carry any specimen of whatever kind while within the park</li>
  549. <li>Observe the allowed 12 hours between morning and evening for a game safari</li>
  550. </ol>
  551. <h2>What is the 12 Hour Rule for Masai Mara?</h2>
  552. <p>Beyond the Masai Mara game drive rules there is the 12-hour rule, ideally, enjoying your safari drive between 6 am and 6 pm. No tourist gains entry to the park before 6 am or after 6 pm for safety reasons. Some wildlife such as<a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/african-countries-with-most-lions/"> lions</a> are night predators and having game drives at this hour is likely to interfere with their hunting. However, few of the allowed night game drives are unique and overly fascinating but it takes a deeply experienced tour guide to make it happen.</p>
  553. <h2>How Much is a Game Drive in Masai Mara Per Person?</h2>
  554. <div id="attachment_37027" style="width: 1510px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37027" class="size-full wp-image-37027" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-Mara-drive.jpg" alt="masai mara game drive rules" width="1500" height="750" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-Mara-drive.jpg 1500w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-Mara-drive-300x150.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-Mara-drive-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-Mara-drive-768x384.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-Mara-drive-810x405.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-Mara-drive-1140x570.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Masai-Mara-drive-150x75.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37027" class="wp-caption-text">Masai Mara dusk game drive. Photo/Masai Mara National Reserve</p></div>
  555. <p>An individual game drive at Maasai Mara costs a minimum of $75 and between $200 to $300 for a single safari vehicle.  Further, park fees are categorized into two – peak and off-peak seasons for residents, non-residents and <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/east-african-country-with-the-most-beautiful-ladies/">East African</a> citizens.</p>
  556. <p><strong><em>Masai Mara park fee for non-residents</em></strong></p>
  557. <table>
  558. <tbody>
  559. <tr>
  560. <td width="156"><strong>Season</strong></td>
  561. <td width="222"><strong>Park Fee for Adults (Per Person)</strong></td>
  562. <td width="186"><strong>Children (9 – 17 years)</strong></td>
  563. </tr>
  564. <tr>
  565. <td width="156">January to June (off-peak)</td>
  566. <td width="222">$100</td>
  567. <td width="186">$50</td>
  568. </tr>
  569. <tr>
  570. <td width="156">July to December (Peak)</td>
  571. <td width="222">$200</td>
  572. <td width="186">$20</td>
  573. </tr>
  574. </tbody>
  575. </table>
  576. <p><strong><em>Masai Mara park fee for residents</em></strong></p>
  577. <table>
  578. <tbody>
  579. <tr>
  580. <td width="156"><strong>Season</strong></td>
  581. <td width="222"><strong>Park Fee for Adults (Per Person)</strong></td>
  582. <td width="186"><strong>Children (9 – 17 years)</strong></td>
  583. </tr>
  584. <tr>
  585. <td width="156">January to June (off-peak)</td>
  586. <td width="222">Ksh3000 ($23)</td>
  587. <td width="186">Ksh1000 ($7)</td>
  588. </tr>
  589. <tr>
  590. <td width="156">July to December (Peak)</td>
  591. <td width="222">Ksh3000 ($23)</td>
  592. <td width="186">Ksh1000 ($7)</td>
  593. </tr>
  594. </tbody>
  595. </table>
  596. <p><em>Masai Mara park fees for East African citizens</em></p>
  597. <table>
  598. <tbody>
  599. <tr>
  600. <td width="156"><strong>Season</strong></td>
  601. <td width="222"><strong>Park Fee for Adults (Per Person)</strong></td>
  602. <td width="186"><strong>Children (9 – 17 years)</strong></td>
  603. </tr>
  604. <tr>
  605. <td width="156">January to June (off-peak)</td>
  606. <td width="222">Ksh4500($34)</td>
  607. <td width="186">Ksh2000 (($15)</td>
  608. </tr>
  609. <tr>
  610. <td width="156">July to December (Peak)</td>
  611. <td width="222">Ksh4500 ($34)</td>
  612. <td width="186">Ksh2000 ($15)</td>
  613. </tr>
  614. </tbody>
  615. </table>
  616. <h2>Conclusion</h2>
  617. <p>The new Masai Mara rules 2024 are in good faith and are geared towards keeping the Mara ecosystem, tourists and wild animals safe. Game safari drivers adhere to a strict code of conduct that keeps all involved parties safe.</p>
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  626. <title>5 African Countries With Most Lions</title>
  627. <link>https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/african-countries-with-most-lions/</link>
  628. <comments>https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/african-countries-with-most-lions/#comments</comments>
  630. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Teresa Mwangi]]></dc:creator>
  631. <pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2024 14:37:05 +0000</pubDate>
  632. <category><![CDATA[Adventure]]></category>
  633. <category><![CDATA[Nature]]></category>
  634. <category><![CDATA[Botswana]]></category>
  635. <category><![CDATA[Kenya]]></category>
  636. <category><![CDATA[Kruger National Park]]></category>
  637. <category><![CDATA[Lions]]></category>
  638. <category><![CDATA[Maasai mara]]></category>
  639. <category><![CDATA[South Africa]]></category>
  640. <category><![CDATA[Tanzania]]></category>
  641. <category><![CDATA[Zambia]]></category>
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  644. <description><![CDATA[African countries with most lions account for the continent’s total population estimated to be 28,447. Lions are the centrepiece of any given African safari as a top-ranking member of the Big Five. Leopards, buffalos, rhinos and elephants are in this category too and any wildlife safari in Africa has at least, a few of the [&#8230;]]]></description>
  645. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>African countries with most lions account for the continent’s total population estimated to be 28,447. Lions are the centrepiece of any given <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/kenya-vs-south-africa-what-to-pick-for-your-next-safari-holiday/">African safari</a> as a top-ranking member of the Big Five.</p>
  646. <p>Leopards, buffalos, rhinos and elephants are in this category too and any wildlife safari in Africa has at least, a few of the <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/best-spots-to-sight-the-big-five-wildlife-in-kenya/">Big Five</a>, if not all. These kings of the jungle can be a rare sight depending on the park you visit in Africa. Thus, See Africa Today tells you where to visit for your next trip.</p>
  647. <h2>What Country Has the Most Lions in Africa?</h2>
  648. <p>Tanzania has the largest population of lions in Africa numbering 17,000. The vast woodland and savannah provide varied and dramatic landscapes which form excellent lion habitats. There are a lot of other wild animals that thrive in the open grasslands making it easy for the lions to feed on a diverse group of prey.</p>
  649. <h2>African Countries With Most Lions</h2>
  650. <p>Below are 5 African countries with most lions in both density and population</p>
  651. <h3>Tanzania (17,000 )</h3>
  652. <p>As earlier mentioned, Africa’s largest population of lions is in Tanzania. There is a 90% probability that you will spot a lion across every major park you visit. However, the most popular park in Tanzania is the Serengeti which has more lion density than any other park in the country.</p>
  653. <div id="attachment_37019" style="width: 1290px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37019" class="size-full wp-image-37019" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LIons-of-Serengeti.jpg" alt="african countries with most lions" width="1280" height="720" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LIons-of-Serengeti.jpg 1280w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LIons-of-Serengeti-300x169.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LIons-of-Serengeti-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LIons-of-Serengeti-768x432.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LIons-of-Serengeti-810x456.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LIons-of-Serengeti-1140x641.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LIons-of-Serengeti-150x84.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37019" class="wp-caption-text">A pride of lions at the Serengeti. Photo/YouTube</p></div>
  654. <p><a href="https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&amp;ai=DChcSEwigweHTiriGAxW7nYMHHT3FHFwYABAAGgJlZg&amp;ase=2&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw6uWyBhD1ARIsAIMcADp1NLd3aVdgRYTpQz2s0xtPQzFpCV2EUcFRwMWhEcmFh6dlxNsgu7QaAljlEALw_wcB&amp;ohost=www.google.com&amp;cid=CAESVuD2hxc92VU6Dfr1Y32kx7YXcnXkByFJPICsogh5BWR4STjTk1kI4_YNjpLzByssyn9MUXiHzKd_r-8KxjL2DaY-ymXMw8MHJnoIji_lU3RMy5xBTmyp&amp;sig=AOD64_361-6I9sGXUvNb7tn94eW-WkhCYw&amp;q&amp;nis=4&amp;adurl&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi909vTiriGAxWS7rsIHZ3HCXcQ0Qx6BAgOEAM" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Serengeti National Park</a> has many prides of lions that you effortlessly spot on the low grass plains. Eastern Serengeti to be specific, has more lions within the Serengeti. Each pride has about 40 lions, both male and female.</p>
  655. <p>Besides the Serengeti, Ruaha National Park is exceptionally dotted by over 1,000 lions roaming the park’s rugged plains. This translates to approximately 10% of Africa&#8217;s total lion population.  The Mwagusi River area is a favourite spot for these animals due to the availability of water within the park.</p>
  656. <p>Lastly, the Tanzanian government is big on wildlife conservation which supports the growth of these big cats. Communal efforts play an important role in keeping these animals alive and safe.</p>
  657. <h3>South Africa (3,284)</h3>
  658. <p>South Africa is one of the five major African countries with most lions. Most prides live in the vicinity of <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g312618-Kruger_National_Park-Vacations.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kruger National Park</a> which is among the biggest national parks in Africa. Kruger measures 19,623 square kilometres and stretches to the Zimbabwean and Mozambique borders in the northeast. Varied habitats including savannahs, dense scrub, open grasslands and woodlands support wildlife habitation.</p>
  659. <div id="attachment_6896" style="width: 1210px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-6896" class="size-full wp-image-6896" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kruger-National-Park.jpg" alt="Kruger National Park" width="1200" height="558" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kruger-National-Park.jpg 1200w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kruger-National-Park-300x140.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kruger-National-Park-1024x476.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kruger-National-Park-768x357.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kruger-National-Park-810x377.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kruger-National-Park-1140x530.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kruger-National-Park-600x279.jpg 600w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Kruger-National-Park-150x70.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-6896" class="wp-caption-text">Kruger National Park. Photo/Discover Africa Safaris</p></div>
  660. <h3>Botswana (3,063)</h3>
  661. <p>The enactment of anti-poaching laws and protected areas explains why Botswana has a huge population of lions. These laws greatly support conservation across major reserves and parks. <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/discovering-botswana/">Botswana</a> was a dancing ground for hunters and poachers years ago but anti-poaching legislation has helped. Chobe National Park, the Okavango Delta and the Selinda Game Reserve have huge lion populations.</p>
  662. <p>Moreover, this Southern African country is a buffalo kingdom which provides a ready meal for the kings of the jungle.  An abundance of prey is a major contributor to the existence of lions here besides other wildlife conservation policies.</p>
  663. <h3>Kenya (2,500)</h3>
  664. <div id="attachment_20209" style="width: 1710px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20209" class="size-full wp-image-20209" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maasai-Mara-National-Reserve.jpg" alt="Maasai Mara national reserve" width="1700" height="850" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maasai-Mara-National-Reserve.jpg 1700w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maasai-Mara-National-Reserve-300x150.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maasai-Mara-National-Reserve-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maasai-Mara-National-Reserve-768x384.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maasai-Mara-National-Reserve-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maasai-Mara-National-Reserve-810x405.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maasai-Mara-National-Reserve-1140x570.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Maasai-Mara-National-Reserve-150x75.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1700px) 100vw, 1700px" /><p id="caption-attachment-20209" class="wp-caption-text">Maasai Mara national . Photo/Discover Africa Safaris</p></div>
  665. <p>The famous Maasai Mara National Reserve backs Kenya’s glory as one of the major African countries with most lions. In addition, the Nairobi National Park, Tsavo National Park, Meru National Park and a host of other conservancies support Kenya’s lion population. Just like Botswana, the Kenyan government has greatly supported wildlife conservation.  Communities around parks help in monitoring and sensitizing the public on the dangers of poaching/hunting wild animals.</p>
  666. <h2>Zambia (2,500)</h2>
  667. <p>The rugged and expansive terrains <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/romantic-things-to-do-in-zambia/">of Zambian</a> parks support a pride of 2500 lions. Zambia’s sprawling savannah are great hunting ground for lions. Here is the good news. Zebras, antelopes and buffalos are in plenty and they complete the food chain, When in Zambia, head out to Luangwa Valley and South Luangwa. They are a haven for lions.</p>
  668. <h2>What is the Best Place to See Lions in Africa?</h2>
  669. <p>Kenya, Zambia, Uganda, South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Tanzania are great destinations to sight lions. Here are the major parks in Africa where you are sure to spot a lion.</p>
  670. <ol>
  671. <li>Maasai Mara National Reserve</li>
  672. <li>Queen Elizabeth National Park</li>
  673. <li>Ruaha National Park</li>
  674. <li>Ngorongoro Crater National Park</li>
  675. <li>Serengeti National Park</li>
  676. <li>Okavango Delta</li>
  677. <li>Chobe National Park</li>
  678. <li>Kruger National Park</li>
  679. <li>Tsavo National Park</li>
  680. <li>Nairobi National Park</li>
  681. <li>Central Kalahari Game Reserve</li>
  682. <li>Moremi Game Reserve</li>
  683. <li>Addo Elephant National Park</li>
  684. <li>Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park</li>
  685. <li>Amboseli National Park</li>
  686. <li>Samburu National Reserve</li>
  687. <li>Meru National Park</li>
  688. <li>South Luangwa National Park</li>
  689. <li>Liuwa Plain National Park</li>
  690. <li>Lower Zambezi National Park</li>
  691. <li>Nsumbu National Park</li>
  692. </ol>
  693. <h2>Conclusion</h2>
  694. <p>Widely stretching savannahs, woodlands and an array of wildlife supports the existence of lions in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, South Africa and Zambia. Conservation efforts also go a long way in increasing these numbers.</p>
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  703. <title>5 Easy Reasons to Visit Perfume Island Comoros</title>
  704. <link>https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/perfume-island-comoros/</link>
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  707. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Abraham Odhiambo]]></dc:creator>
  708. <pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2024 12:16:44 +0000</pubDate>
  709. <category><![CDATA[Destinations]]></category>
  710. <category><![CDATA[Eastern Africa]]></category>
  711. <category><![CDATA[Comoros]]></category>
  712. <category><![CDATA[Comoros Island]]></category>
  713. <category><![CDATA[Dziani Boundouni]]></category>
  714. <category><![CDATA[Moheli Marine Park]]></category>
  715. <category><![CDATA[Mount Karthala]]></category>
  716. <category><![CDATA[Perfume island]]></category>
  717. <category><![CDATA[ylang-ylang]]></category>
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  719.  
  720. <description><![CDATA[Located in the Indian Ocean, the perfume Island Comoros is one of the less-known destinations in Africa that is  worth exploring. This secret paradise boasts miles of white sandy beaches, crystalline blue waters and an incredible diversity of wildlife. To top it off, moving around the country is just therapeutic as there are beautiful sleep [&#8230;]]]></description>
  721. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Located in the Indian Ocean, the perfume Island Comoros is one of the less-known <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/5-coldest-countries-in-africa/">destinations in Africa</a> that is  worth exploring. This secret paradise boasts miles of white sandy beaches, crystalline blue waters and an incredible diversity of wildlife. To top it off, moving around the country is just therapeutic as there are beautiful sleep towns, aromatic plant life and great <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/materuni-waterfalls-hike/">scenic beauty</a>.</p>
  722. <p>Surprisingly, perfume island Comoros continues to receive a lower number of tourists compared to other islands in the Indian Ocean such as <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/best-island-villas-in-zanzibar-2024/">Zanzibar</a>, Seychelles and Mauritius. This is mainly because of years of power struggles that have affected tourism in this unique archipelago. So travelling here isn&#8217;t that easy, but the natural attractions will make you want to stay for a few days. Let&#8217;s take a look at some of the reasons why you should explore Comoros.</p>
  723. <h2>Why is Perfume Island Comoros Special?</h2>
  724. <p>The following five places make perfume island in Comoros a hidden African gem that you should visit.</p>
  725. <h3><strong>1. The Volcano Giants Mount Karthala</strong></h3>
  726. <div id="attachment_37005" style="width: 1290px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37005" class="size-full wp-image-37005" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mount-Karthala.jpg" alt="Mount Karthala " width="1280" height="720" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mount-Karthala.jpg 1280w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mount-Karthala-300x169.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mount-Karthala-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mount-Karthala-768x432.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mount-Karthala-810x456.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mount-Karthala-1140x641.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mount-Karthala-150x84.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37005" class="wp-caption-text">Mount Karthala. Photo/ X.com.</p></div>
  727. <p>If there&#8217;s one thing that has been attracting tourists to perfume island Comoros over the years then it&#8217;s Mount Karthala. It is the most notable feature in the archipelago, thanks to its undeniable beauty and the fact that it&#8217;s one of the largest of its kind.</p>
  728. <p>Mount Karthala is an active volcano that is popular for hiking, trekking and walking. The latest eruption swept down villages but did create a spectacular scene that is pleasing to the eyes. Ensure you reach the summit where there is some unique flora and fauna to be spotted.</p>
  729. <h3><strong>2. Moheli Island </strong></h3>
  730. <p>Despite being the smallest of the four main islands in Comoros, Moheli is one of the reasons why you should visit perfume island Comoros. This <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/pink-lake-walvis-bay/">natural beauty</a> makes it one of the most fascinating destinations yet it remains unexplored. There&#8217;s a crater lake, a fishing village and a marine park boasting stunning coral reefs and a variety of marine wildlife, including green turtles.</p>
  731. <h3><strong>3. Dziani Boundouni </strong></h3>
  732. <p>Situated right in the heart of Moheli island, Dziani Boundouni is a crater lake that attracts tourists to Comoros. The walk from Fomboni, which is the capital town, to the lake is pleasurable and soothing. It is one of the few freshwater lakes on the island and even though there are no large animals found here, you&#8217;ll get the opportunity to spot different species of birds.</p>
  733. <h3><strong>4. Dos du Dragon</strong></h3>
  734. <div id="attachment_37008" style="width: 910px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37008" class="size-full wp-image-37008" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/comores-dos-du-dragon.webp" alt="D" width="900" height="506" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/comores-dos-du-dragon.webp 900w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/comores-dos-du-dragon-300x169.webp 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/comores-dos-du-dragon-768x432.webp 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/comores-dos-du-dragon-810x455.webp 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/comores-dos-du-dragon-150x84.webp 150w" sizes="(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37008" class="wp-caption-text">Dos Du Dragon. Photo/ Hors Frontieres.</p></div>
  735. <p>Dos du Dragon is the name locals use to refer to a rocky protrusion extending out into the Indian Ocean on the Grande Comore island. No one knows how the jutting out started but the the area looks like a dragon that is underneath, making it a fantastic destination to explore.</p>
  736. <h3><strong>5. Beaches</strong></h3>
  737. <p>Well, you can&#8217;t talk about places to explore in Comoros without mentioning a few of the stunning beaches Comoros boasts. The archipelago is adorned with several beaches where you can just sit down, run your fingers through the sand and enjoy basking in the sun.</p>
  738. <p>One of the most popular beaches is <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.in/Attraction_Review-g480174-d480352-Reviews-Chindini_Beach-Grande_Comore.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chindini in Grande Comore</a>. This family-friendly beach is surrounded by palm trees and has shallow waters, making it ideal for swimming. You can also play ball games in the sand with friends.</p>
  739. <div id="attachment_37006" style="width: 1210px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-37006" class="size-full wp-image-37006" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Chindini-Beach.jpg" alt="Chindini Beach" width="1200" height="675" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Chindini-Beach.jpg 1200w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Chindini-Beach-300x169.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Chindini-Beach-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Chindini-Beach-768x432.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Chindini-Beach-810x456.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Chindini-Beach-1140x641.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Chindini-Beach-150x84.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-37006" class="wp-caption-text">Chindini Beach. Photo/ Tripadvisor.</p></div>
  740. <h2><strong>Why Is Comoros Called The Perfume Island?</strong></h2>
  741. <p>Comoros has been referred to as the perfume island because it is the largest producer and processor of ylang-ylang, a plant that releases the oil used in the perfume industry. According to reports, about 80% of the world&#8217;s supply of ylang-ylang comes from Comoros.</p>
  742. <h2><strong>Is Comoros An African Country?</strong></h2>
  743. <p>Officially known as the <a href="https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/comoros/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Union of the Comoros</a>, this archipelagic country is composed of three major islands in Southeastern Africa. The islands are Grande Comore, Moheli and Anjouan. The largest city in Comoros, which is also the capital, is Moroni.</p>
  744. <p>Note that Comoros is a member of the Arab League and served as a key node in maritime trade networks connecting Eastern Africa to the Middle East and India. The languages spoken in Comoros are Arabic, French and Shikomoro. The population is a mixture of Arabs, Africans, Persians, Indians, Indonesians and Europeans.</p>
  745. <h2><strong>Who Owns the Comoros Islands?</strong></h2>
  746. <p>Apart from the three major islands, Comoros also has other islands, with one of them being Mayotte. According to Wikipedia, Mayotte voted against independence and is still governed by France.</p>
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  755. <title>Israel Mbonyi Concert in Nairobi; Ticket Prices, Venue</title>
  756. <link>https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/israel-mbonyi/</link>
  757. <comments>https://seeafricatoday.com/culture/israel-mbonyi/#comments</comments>
  759. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Teresa Mwangi]]></dc:creator>
  760. <pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 15:18:08 +0000</pubDate>
  761. <category><![CDATA[African Music]]></category>
  762. <category><![CDATA[Culture]]></category>
  763. <category><![CDATA[Concert]]></category>
  764. <category><![CDATA[Israel Mbonyi]]></category>
  765. <category><![CDATA[Kenya]]></category>
  766. <category><![CDATA[Nairobi]]></category>
  767. <category><![CDATA[Nina Siri]]></category>
  768. <category><![CDATA[Rwanda]]></category>
  769. <category><![CDATA[Rwandan]]></category>
  770. <category><![CDATA[Rwandese]]></category>
  771. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://seeafricatoday.com/?p=36984</guid>
  772.  
  773. <description><![CDATA[Celebrated Rwandan gospel artist Israel Mbonyi will finally perform in Kenya on August 10. The concert will go down at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi, finally honouring calls by his Kenyan fans to perform in the country. He says that he is excited to visit Kenya where he has a huge base of fans supporting [&#8230;]]]></description>
  774. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Celebrated Rwandan gospel artist Israel Mbonyi will finally <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/dave-chappelle-nairobi/">perform in Kenya</a> on August 10. The concert will go down at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi, finally honouring calls by his Kenyan fans to perform in the country.</p>
  775. <p>He says that he is <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/adventure/robert-kiyosaki-kenyan-visit/">excited to visit Kenya</a> where he has a huge base of fans supporting his ministry.</p>
  776. <h2>Is Israel Mbonyi Kenyan?</h2>
  777. <p>His mastery of Swahili leaves people thinking that he is a Kenyan but he is not. Israel Mbonyi is from Rwanda where Swahili is popular after French. He was born on May 20, 1992 and grew up in a Christian home which shaped his musical passion from a young age.</p>
  778. <p>The 31-year-old <em>‘Nita Amini’</em> singer had a bigger dream in his life of pushing himself to the best he would. He loved books and medicine fascinated him a lot. While still singing in his church choir, he settled on pursuing pharmacy in India. He returned home and focused on music but still continued with his scholarly endeavours.</p>
  779. <p>He also pursued a Master’s degree <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/travel-guides/african-cities-with-the-best-healthcare/">in Public Health</a> years later noting that it is also a sector in health that he is interested in. However, his whole life since he left India is about music.</p>
  780. <h2>When Did He Start Singing?</h2>
  781. <p>The Rwandese started singing professionally in 2014 after years of practice at school and church. He credits his music teacher for instilling a sense of music in him back in junior school which he attended <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g317075-Ruhengeri_Musanze_District_Northern_Province-Vacations.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">in Ruhangeri</a>. One of the musical instruments that he loved most was the guitar which pushed him to compose songs later in life.</p>
  782. <div id="attachment_36986" style="width: 1210px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-36986" class="size-full wp-image-36986" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Israel-Mbonyi.jpg" alt="Israel Mbonyi" width="1200" height="700" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Israel-Mbonyi.jpg 1200w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Israel-Mbonyi-300x175.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Israel-Mbonyi-1024x597.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Israel-Mbonyi-768x448.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Israel-Mbonyi-810x473.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Israel-Mbonyi-1140x665.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Israel-Mbonyi-150x88.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-36986" class="wp-caption-text">Rwandan gospel artist Israel Mbonyi. Photo/The New Times</p></div>
  783. <p>Listening to him play the guitar is nostalgic. Then, in 2014, he released his first song ‘<em>Number One.’</em> This single was well received and it set the stage for his debut album ‘Number One’ which he also released in 2014. The eight-track album had the following songs all in his native Kinyarwanda language.</p>
  784. <ol>
  785. <li>Hari impamvu</li>
  786. <li>Ku Migezi</li>
  787. <li>Ndanyuzwe</li>
  788. <li>Yankuyeho Urubanza</li>
  789. <li>Agasambi</li>
  790. <li>Number one</li>
  791. <li>Nzibyo Nibwira</li>
  792. <li>Ku Musaraba</li>
  793. </ol>
  794. <p>In subsequent years, he focused on establishing a solid following in Rwanda and he released two more albums in Kinyarwanda. They include:</p>
  795. <ul>
  796. <li>Intashyo</li>
  797. <li>Mbwira (Live)</li>
  798. </ul>
  799. <p>By the time he released his third album <em>Mbwira</em>, the rest of East Africa had joined the bandwagon but language barrier slowed things down. Aware of this, he released <em>‘Nina Siri’</em> in 2023 and it rocked East Africa. Most of the bloc – <a href="https://seeafricatoday.com/destinations/why-is-the-mursi-tribe-dangerous/">except Ethiopia</a> – understands Swahili perfectly.</p>
  800. <p>So great was his delivery of this gospel tune – perhaps his most famous yet &#8211; that people thought he was Kenyan or Tanzanian. Ever since ‘Nina Siri’ came out, his concerts across East Africa always fill to the brim. He released four other Swahili songs since his breakthrough in Africa. They are: ‘<em>Nita Amini’, ‘Malengo ya Mungu’, and ‘Sikiliza’, ‘Jambo’ </em>and<em> ‘Malengo ya Mungu</em>.’</p>
  801. <h2>How Much are Tickets to the Concert?</h2>
  802. <div id="attachment_36987" style="width: 1210px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-36987" class="size-full wp-image-36987" src="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mbonyi-Israel.jpg" alt="israel mbonyi" width="1200" height="700" srcset="https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mbonyi-Israel.jpg 1200w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mbonyi-Israel-300x175.jpg 300w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mbonyi-Israel-1024x597.jpg 1024w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mbonyi-Israel-768x448.jpg 768w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mbonyi-Israel-810x473.jpg 810w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mbonyi-Israel-1140x665.jpg 1140w, https://seeafricatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mbonyi-Israel-150x88.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-36987" class="wp-caption-text">Rwandan gospel artist Israel Mbonyi. Photo/The New Times</p></div>
  803. <p>Ticket prices for the gospel music concert graced by Israel Mbonyi range between Ksh3,000 and Ksh20,000. Here is a breakdown.</p>
  804. <ul>
  805. <li>1<sup>st</sup> Class VVIP – Ksh30,000 ($228)</li>
  806. <li>VVIP – Ksh12,000 ($91)</li>
  807. <li>VIP – Kh8,000 ($60)</li>
  808. <li>Regular – Ksh3,000 ($22)</li>
  809. </ul>
  810. <h2>How Many Albums Does Mbonyi Have?</h2>
  811. <p>He has three albums released as of May 2024 but is gearing up for the release of his fourth album. The Rwandese alerted his fans <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7cQr4bu4-F/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener">on Instagram</a> that he has another musical project set for release soon.  His relationship with God as he describes, helps him write songs that preach joy and restoration of hope to the downtrodden. The bible is always his biggest lead in his songwriting.</p>
  812. <p>Speaking of the commercial motivation that is known to inspire some secular and gospel artists, Mbonyi reads from a different script. What matters most for him is preaching the gospel through music. Everything else that follows such as fame and commercial success is only a bonus for him.</p>
  813. <h2>Israel Mbonyi Wife</h2>
  814. <p>The pharmacist turned gospel musician is married. Not <a href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/music/biography-of-rwandan-gospel-musician-israel-mbonyi-net-worth-wife-awards-and-more/0sz0fn1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">much is known</a> about his family but his wife has tagged along in several concerts. It is likely that she will accompany him to Kenya for his much-anticipated show.</p>
  815. <h2>Award And Nominations</h2>
  816. <p>In 2017, he was recognized for his work in the gospel music industry with nominations and accolades. Among them is the Groove Awards Rwanda where he won in two categories; Male Artiste of the Year and Songwriter of the Year.</p>
  817. <p>Addition, he was nominated for the 2020 African Entertainment Awards in the US. He later won the Best Gospel Artiste of the Year and Male Artiste of the Year in 2023 at the Isango Na Muzika Awards in Rwanda respectively.</p>
  818. <h2>Conclusion</h2>
  819. <p>He exudes an admirable demeanour with his humble nature and powerful vocals. His live performances are deep, emotive and incredibly blessing. Rwanda holds him in high regard as he preaches the word of God through music.</p>
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