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 […]

The Changing Landscape of Safari Tourism in the Maasai Mara

Every year, from July to September, a remarkable spectacle unfolds across the plains of the Mara as millions of wildebeest embark on one of the most dramatic and heart-stopping moments: when the herds cross the Mara River. The crossing is marked by moments of chaos as thousands of gnus plunge into the river, navigating the […]

Empowering Women in Conservation: The Kufadza Scouts of Lower Zambezi

The Lower Zambezi National Park is a breathtaking expanse of wilderness, home to diverse wildlife and a delicate ecosystem that demands rigorous protection. At the heart of this conservation effort stands Conservation Lower Zambezi (CLZ), a non-profit organisation working alongside the Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) to safeguard the park and promote sustainable […]

Discover the iPhone 16 in Action: Capturing the Magic of Kenya

Something great to celebrate! Kenya’s wildlife and wilderness were again put on the world map as Austin Mann tested the new iPhone 16 in Kenya before its official launch. The dramatic landscapes were the perfect playground to push Apple’s latest device to the max and see just how far its next-level camera could go. For […]

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 […]

Running for Conservation: The UltraMARAthon in Kenya

Running through the Mara is a surreal experience. The landscape is stunning in its raw beauty: wide open plains punctuated by lone trees, the glint of sunlight on the dew of the early morning plains, and the distant hum of wildlife, from elephants to zebras and so much more. Unlike traditional safari experiences where you […]

Leopard Beach Resort

“Hey guys, do you need an extra player?” I shouted to the five young boys playing football on the beach. It was a Friday night at dusk in Diani and I had just walked the beach, “Yes, please join!” one of the boys called back. I had just arrived at Diani beach and I was […]

The Travelling Avatar

Noonoouri is an activist with a passion for fashion, over 330,000 followers on instagram and has worked with top-name brands like Dior, Burberry and Marc Jacobs, traversing the globe in the process. She however only exists online. We talk to the Creative Director behind this digital fashion avatar, Joerg Zuber. How did your trip to […]

Spotlight on Olepangi Farm, Laikipia

There is so much to love about Olepangi Farm, a place where cliche hospitality industry phrases like “home away from home” and “slice of paradise” indeed find true meaning. And so we stepped through the looking glass and began to wonder and wander. We were promptly checked into our individual rooms to freshen up before […]

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