Arusha Uncovered
By Nilpa Shah Arusha is often seen as the gateway to iconic safaris, but we were after something different—an off-the-beaten-path adventure that would be fun for the whole family. We were ready to explore beyond the typical tourist trails and discover the hidden heartbeat of Arusha. The journey began with a sense of anticipation as […]
Purity, Giving Elephants a Voice
From the sunlit plains of northern Kenya, Purity follows the quiet signals of the giants she has loved since childhood. As a Research and Tracking Officer with Save the Elephants, she uses satellite data to give these majestic creatures a voice, mapping their movements, tracing their paths, and listening to the unspoken stories written in […]
Unravelling the Mysteries of Elephant Society
Written by Jane Wynyard. Imagine a curious wild bull elephant poking his trunk into your car window, or a group of lively but very large young elephants playfully jostling around your vehicle. This is a common experience for Save the Elephants (STE) researchers in Samburu National Reserve, northern Kenya, who spend up to eight hours […]
Siro Brugnoli: A Life of Challenges Turned into Opportunities
Siro Brugnoli lived a life that’s been shaped by resilience. A complex childhood marked by polio, contracted at age four, left his legs and left arm severely affected. After long hospital stays, he spent much of his early years moving on all fours or with the help of a cane. By the age of 14, […]
24 Hours in Kampala
By Ian Maina Kampala. Uganda’s capital, the city of seven hills, and the vibrant heart of The Pearl of Africa. These are no idle boasts. Spend a day here and you’ll quickly realise why this city leaves such a lasting impression. Kampala doesn’t just move, it pulses. Whether it’s the golden glow of sunrise or […]
Socotra: A Lost World at the Edge of Arabia
Socotra is a remote Yemeni island adrift in the Arabian Sea. Often called the ‘Galapagos of the Middle East’, Socotra has been separated from the rest of the world for millions of years. This is a place where nature feels otherworldly: landscapes that seem almost out of science fiction, bizarre endemic plants found nowhere else […]