Author: Chicamod Team
Making A Business Out Of Fish Waste
When you think of fish waste you cringe, you do not think of high-end fashion. Newton Owino from Nyanza, Kenya is making a thriving, fashionable business out of the waste from fish. Newton Owino owns the Alisam Product Development and Design Tannery Centre in Mamboleo Estate in Kisumu. Owino designs and makes bags, jackets, wallets, caps, purses, watch handles, … read more
Sleep In Eden At The Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
If you happen to have adventurous sleep fantasies, as in fantasies about sleep locations such as beneath the stars, or by the edge of a lake, or on the top of a mountain, then add the Ngorongoro Crater Lodge to your bucket list of travel destinations. The Ngorongoro Crater lies west of Arusha in Tanzania. … read more
5 Top Hotels In Nairobi
Nairobi is a city always bustling with activity. It sees numerous visitors year-round not forgetting the locals who take full advantage of enjoying their city and everything it offers. The largest city in and capital of Kenya also has numerous quality hotels because of its popularity with tourists. Here are 5 of Nairobi’s top hotels. 1. … read more
Airtel Tanzania Tourist Pack Launched
Tourists to Tanzania will now have the option of purchasing a phone call package catering especially to them. The recently launched service by Airtel Tanzania will reduce roaming charges for visitors to the country. The Airtel Tanzania Tourist pack offers its users a package cost as low as $10 (Tshs 16,000) for 30 minute calls to international destinations, … read more
5 Hotspots On The Coast Of Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam has over 800 km of Indian Ocean coastline, which offers a lot to explore during a holiday stay. The Dar es Salaam Coast experiences hot, sunny and humid weather all year round with temperatures of 25 – 30 degrees Celsius, which is 77-86 Fahrenheit. The area also has two rainy seasons: March – April … read more
Kenya’s Ngong Hills Most Romantic Movie Location
Prior to the International Kissing Day, which was held earlier this month, Travelzoo UK voted Ngong Hills in Kenya as the world’s most romantic movie location. Ngong Hills was location for the timeless romantic movie Out of Africa. The Ngong Hills, located approximately 70km away from Nairobi, are almost breathtaking in their scenery, with picturesque hills and crisp and clean air … read more
8 East African Foods We Can’t Live Without
There are certain staple foods in East Africa that cannot be amiss. Here are 8 of them. 1. UGALI The ingredients are simple: water and maize flour (cornmeal). It is for this reason perhaps that Ugali is made across Africa in one form or another and merely goes by different names. In East Africa they … read more
Visit These 8 Wonders In Ethiopia
Ethiopia has one of the richest cultures in the world. The country lies in Eastern Africa, north of Kenya. Over the years it has managed to preserve its ancient Amharic language, its own calendar, and its music, dress, architecture and food. The country is also the center of various cultures and religions. Orthodox Jews, Christians, Muslims and Rastafarians … read more
5 Honeymoon Spots In East Africa
I have always wanted to visit Zanzibar and Mozambique. Thus, upon discovering that both are actually wonderful honeymoon destinations, I was delighted. Perhaps you’ve never considered Africa a romantic destination. Africa is where you want to go on Safari, to sightsee and get adventurous. Well, the following 5 spots in East Africa will open your … read more
Bora Bora Beach Club – Burundi
Set on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, The Bora Bora Beach Club in Bujumbura, Burundi is ranked as the 4th best hotel in the region. The hotel also holds the 2013 Certificate of Excellence Award. Bora Bora Beach Club is located north of Bujumbura, approximately 10 minutes away from the town. For a hotel on the beach front the Bora … read more
5 Breathtaking Sights In Tanzania
The land of Tanzania is rich in natural resources, culture and beauty, and the people of Tanzania are warm and accommodating. This country has a vast bank of top tourist attractions. We have tried to narrow them down for you. 1. ZANZIBAR ISLAND Also known as the Spice Island, Zanzibar derives its name from 2 Arabic … read more
Kinu: Tanzania’s Tech And Social Enterprise
In the age of information as the world accelerates in the field of technology, one has no choice but to keep up. The Tanzanian tech and social scene is keeping up with Kinu. Kinu is a tech and social enterprise platform that enables the tech savvy Tanzanian to engage in a culture of co-creation and innovation, … read more
7 Fine Night Spots In Nairobi
Over the years, Nairobi’s Carnivore has been the most reliable spot to party in the city, but new venues have been born that are making Nairobi one of the best cities for nightlife. When you visit Kenya’s capital, when you’re up for a hot night out, these are the places to go see and be seen. 1. … read more
Rapids Camp Sagana: Different Fun in Central Kenya
Sagana is a small town in Kirinyaga District in the central part of Kenya. It derives its name from the longest river in the country, the Tana River, also known as Thagana. Rapids Camp in Sagana is a gem of a place that offers a unique kind of fun. With the completion of the Thika Super … read more
5 Fine Resort & Spas In East Africa
There is nothing like time spent at a Spa, or so it seems every time you spend time at a Spa. Here we give you 5 spas to visit in East Africa. Whether you’re only a walk, a drive or a flight away, get to these Spas. Chances are high that you won’t regret the … read more
Of Naivasha And Its Lake
Naivasha is a small cosmopolitan town at the bottom of the Rift Valley. It is one of the four constituencies forming Nakuru County, part of the former Great Rift Valley Province in Kenya. Naivasha has an area of 1,707 square kilometers with a population density of approximately 350,000. The town was originally an area for … read more
The Virunga Mountain Gorillas Of Rwanda
The Virunga Mountains in Rwanda are home to half of the world’s remaining population of mountain gorillas. The gorilla is the largest living primate and the last of the ape family known to science. There are two species, the Eastern Gorilla (gorilla beringei) and Western Gorilla (gorilla gorilla), both existing in Africa. Of the two … read more
Safari In Style With A Sandstorm Bag
Before you go on Safari you’ll need to have a few things. You’ll need to be prepared. It’s rough out there in the wild. A bag might come in handy. Sandstorm Kenya used to sell high-quality, luxury tents. That is what made the company. Now, Sandstorm produces high-quality bags. They make travel, work and wash … read more
Nairobi Through The Lens Of Photographer Mutua Matheka
Enkare Nyrobi is the Maasai phrase for ‘cold water’. The city, Nairobi, borrows its name from the Nairobi river. It is also knows as the ‘city in the sun‘. Nairobi city holds the highest population in East Africa, at about 3 million inhabitants. It is the 14th largest city in Africa. The city is diverse … read more
10 Hot Spots To Visit in Mombasa
If you’re a tourist on your way to Kenya then you are very probably a tourist on your way to Mombasa. After its capital, Kenya boasts Mombasa as its second-largest city. The city on the east coast sits pretty by the Indian Ocean. Visiting Mombasa is an unforgettable experience. Here are 10 spots you must … read more