Tag: Africa

Tiossan Is Senegal’s Only Luxury Skincare Product

It isn’t enough these days to sell a product that merely does its job. Now our products have to be eco-friendly, vegan-friendly, free of allergens, purified, organic, biodegradable, sourced from extra natural springs or free of chemicals. For this, most of it, we are grateful. We care about our well being more than ever and … read more

Travel For Art In Tanzania

Art in Tanzania offers travel packages for those who want to combine altruism with tourism. Participants have a choice of a two, three, four, or ten-week packages, which combine volunteering with sightseeing at some of Tanzania’s biggest attractions. There is a volunteer assignment with Art in Tanzania to match every volunteer’s interest. Volunteers can choose … read more

How To Sail To Africa

Have you ever considered boarding a ship to Africa? Conventional plans for an African adventure would ordinarily include air travel. Regardless of whether one is flying intercontinental or intracontinental rarely do tourists consider the high seas. Traveling long distances on water is not for everyone. It might be too tedious for some or too adventurous … read more

Where To Shop For African Products

Every now and then you want to get something unique for that special person, even if that special person is you. If it’s something uniquely African that you’re looking for then our list of shops will be a good read. The best part? No travel necessary. 1. SOKO SHOP Online Soko Shop is the brainchild … read more

See A Different Africa With ‘I See A Different You’

Our current young generation of Africans are eager to change the way the world views their continent. With the flux of websites and channels solely dedicated to Africa, films, documentaries and even music, Africa is being presented in all its raw glory. I See A Diffferent You is a photo blog by a trio collective … read more

Passionate Poet Gloria D. Gonsalves In It For Africa

Meet Tanzanian author and poet Gloria D. Gonsalves.  Like most writers, Gloria’s love for reading began in her childhood.  While attending primary and secondary school in Tanzania at the Kifungilo Girls’ School, Gloria read novels to improve her English.  Reading inspired Gloria to write, entering contests and composing plays to much success.  It was many … read more

The Hiking Trails Of Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is without a doubt a formidable formation.  It stands at an impressive height of 5,895 m (19,341 ft).  The highest peak on the continent, Mount Kilimanjaro is known as the rooftop of Africa.  Kilimanjaro is the world’s highest freestanding mountain. The dormant volcanic mountain is located in the northern part of Tanzania, 325 km away from … 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

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

The Nairobi-Mombasa Train With Joseph & Megan

If you want to get to Mombasa from Nairobi, you have options.  You could drive but the roads are not ideal and if you’re not used to driving in the region it could be a rough trip.  You can fly at the cost of $150 or more depending on your luxury needs.  Or, if you’re … read more

RZ Manna: The Korean Bakery in Kigali, Rwanda

When you walk through the doors of RZ Manna, the ever-effective aroma of freshly baked goods hits you and you are immediately drawn to the display of fresh breads and assorted pastries, cakes and cookies, evidence of the undeniable mastery of Korean baking. While RZ Manna is Korean owned, it is locally staffed.  A burgeoning population … read more

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A Market For All Seasons: The Kimironko Market In Rwanda

Chicamod.com’s Sasha Lee was in Rwanda and had the opportunity of introducing us to  the Kimoronko Market. If you are ever in need of fresh produce then Kimironko open air market  would be the ideal place; from healthy bananas to potatoes, grain of all kind, chicken and eggs, not forgetting other fruits and vegetables you … read more

Africa at Her Best: Visit Rwanda, A Gem To Be Discovered

Africa’s tourism sector is thriving. The reason for her success lies in her amazing wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Take Rwanda for example in the video below. Isn’t it such a wonder to behold to watch the scenery? What of the happy faces? One other thing is that Rwanda is doing very well right now, coming … read more

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Thought Of 7 Natural Wonders Of Africa? Now You Can Vote For Them

By Chicamod.com Colossus of Rhodes.Hanging Gardens of Babylon.Mausoleum of Halicarnassus.Pharos of Alexandria.Phidias’ statute of Zeus at Olympia.Pyramids of Egypt.Temple of Artemis at Ephesus. These are the Seven wonders of the ancient world. They are cast on stone. They are immortalized in our history books. In other words, you  cannot vote for them. Red Sea Reef. … read more

Best Hotel In The World Is In Tanzania!!

Located in the Serengeti, Tanzania is the Singita Gurumeti reserve. Here you will find the World’s Best Hotel Overall. Sasakwa and Faru Faru Lodges, plus Sabora tented camp all offer unparalleled luxury in the thick of the wild – a true luxurious African wild experience. For the most breathtaking views of the Serengeti, Singita Sasakwa is the … read more