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Travel stories, planning tips, cultural notes, and Africa travel inspiration from Travel Africa Movement.

  • Why Now Is a Great Time to Visit Africa for Heritage Tourism

    Why Now Is a Great Time to Visit Africa for Heritage Tourism

    If you’re a diasporan looking to reconnect with your ancestral homeland, there’s never been a better time to go to Africa for heritage tourism. Here are some countries with diaspora initiatives.

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  • Why You Should Visit Lusophone Africa

    Why You Should Visit Lusophone Africa

    Africa’s Lusophone countries are some of the least visited on the continent, but they offer an amazing experience for the adventurous and intrepid traveler. Here’s why you should visit.

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  • African Independence Days by Month

    African Independence Days by Month

    Independence Day is celebrated across Africa to symbolize the determination and liberation of African people. Here’s a list of African independence days by country and month.

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  • 20 of Africa’s Best Natural Views

    20 of Africa’s Best Natural Views

    Need some travel inspiration? Well look no further. Here are 20 of the best natural views in Africa.

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  • Happy Africa Day 2021

    Happy Africa Day 2021

    Africa Day is celebrated annually on May 25, both across the African continent and around the globe. Learn more about this historical holiday.

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  • 5 Francophone African Countries You Should Visit

    5 Francophone African Countries You Should Visit

    Francophone Africa offers beautiful landscapes, friendly people, and abundant history and culture. Here are our top 5 French-speaking countries that you should visit.

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  • Happy Earth Day!

    Happy Earth Day!

    Earth Day 2021 is a call to action to citizens worldwide to be part of the solution in attaining a resilient planet. Learn more about how you can help.

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  • Top 12 Do’s and Don’ts When Visiting Africa

    Top 12 Do’s and Don’ts When Visiting Africa

    Did you know it’s illegal to wear camouflage clothing in many African countries? Learn this and more of the top 12 Do’s and Don’ts when visiting Africa.

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  • Country Highlight: ZIMBABWE

    Country Highlight: ZIMBABWE

    Zimbabwe is Africa’s 26th largest country and it has more official languages than any other African nation. Learn more fun facts about this fascinating country.

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  • Country Highlight: ZAMBIA

    Country Highlight: ZAMBIA

    Zambia is Africa’s 17th largest country and the only one where you can swim at the edge of a waterfall. Learn more fun facts about this beautiful country.

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