We showcase Natenzhe Jean Orth who is a young musician who started her career as an RnB singer, but later realised her first love was traditional music. She will be releasing her album in July...

Well renowned angler, Craig Thomassen, is inviting all and sundry to visit the South Coast in Kwazulu-Natal. Thomassen believes winter is the best time to visit this part of South Africa because of the sardine rush and he shares five fishing tips and good fishing spots with us. In addition to fishing, there’s a lot more to do like horse and pony rides, animal and crocodile farms, agri-tourism and more...

Kwayke Donkor is the Chief Executive Officer of African Tourism Partnership which will, together with the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), hold the 2021 Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge from July 28-30 in Accra Ghana. He says this is the “one and only” pan-African Youth and start-ups in tourism summit on the continent.

Jacob Mtshweni aka King Jay hails from Mpumalanga in South Africa. He’s a guitarist and composer. His music (Mbacanga like) has taken him to neighbouring countries such as Botswana, Lesotho, Zambia and Ivory Coast and far flung ones such as India, China and Portugal.

Erika Sanders is the marketing manager of Maropeng Cradle of Humankind. She explains what Maropeng is about and goes through the relationship between Maropeng Cradle of Mankind and the nearby Sterkfontein Cave.

Lliane Loots is the Artistic Director of FlatFoot Dance Company which together with the Durban Botanic Gardens are staging Park Dance #2 after a successful Park Dance #1 early in the year.Park Dance #2 sees FlatFoot Dance Company partnering with Durban’s Kathak maestro, Manesh Naharaj to celebrate the confluence of ancient and contemporary African and Indian dance. She tells us audiences love to see theatre production in an open space like a park.

This week we look at the forthcoming Park Dance #2 at the Durban Botanic Gardens. And we take you on a tour of Maropeng Cradle of Mankind, one of eight UNESCO’s World Heritage sites.

This week we look at the forthcoming Park Dance #2 at the Durban Botanic Gardens. And we take you on a tour of Maropeng Cradle of Mankind, one of eight UNESCO’s World Heritage sites. Lliane Loots is the Artistic Director of FlatFoot Dance Company which together with the Durban Botanic Gardens are staging Park Dance #2 after a successful Park Dance #1 early in the year. Park Dance #2 sees FlatFoot Dance Company partnering with Durban’s Kathak maestro, Manesh Naharaj to celebrate the confluence of ancient and contemporary African and Indian dance. She tells us audiences love to see theatre production in an open space like a park. Gateway 02: E. Sanders Erika Sanders is the marketing manager of Maropeng Cradle of Humankind. She explains what Maropeng is about and goes through the relationship between Maropeng Cradle of Mankind and the nearby Sterkfontein Cave. Gateway 03: King Jay Jacob Mtshweni aka King Jay hails from Mpumalanga in South Africa. He’s a guitarist and composer. His music (Mbacanga like) has taken him to neighbouring countries such as Botswana, Lesotho, Zambia and Ivory Coast and far flung ones such as India, China and Portugal.

Dieuvei Malonga is one the top chefs in Africa and the world. Along with other chefs, including former winners and finalists of the Basque Culinary World Prize, participated in a virtual event to discuss the future of gastronomy post Covid-19 pandemic. He was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo and migrated to Germany while a youngster where he gained experience in culinary matters.He say gastronomy will become an instrument for social change…

Recently, the City of Johannesburg hosted the 34th Congress of SAACI. Thandubuhle Mgudlwa, the Director of Tourism at the City of Johannesburg says this significant in many ways, including that it was a good platform to restart business tourism in relation to meetings, incentives and conferences, and events. He also discusses measures put in place to mitigate the impact of Covid 19 in the city…

Gateway Africa this week establishes how significant it was for the City of Johannesburg to host the recent 34th Congress of the Southern African Association of the Conference Industry (SAACI). Further, the show explores the world of gastronomy with one of the top chefs in the world and Africa.

Maria Mdluli is a gospel singer hailing from north eastern province of Mpumalanga In South Africa. In this segment she talk about her music career which started in a church when she was child. Although she listens to other genres of music, her first love is gospel.

Marketing Manager Phenyo Marumo unpacks the newly launched Stokvel and Travel programme. The programme is meant to encourage South Africans to continue to visit national parks even under Covid 19 conditions. And he’s confident the programme will work well and last long because members will save up to 20% when visit selected parks around the country.

He is the Chief Executive Officer of iSimangaliso Wetlands Park in KZN. He’s not only passionate about improving the lives of communities living around the par, but he also has a plan. He elaborates why a meeting was held recently between the two biggest South African parks, namely the Kruger National Parks iSimnangaliso Wetlands Park and the outcome thereof of that meeting. He adds that a planned iSimangaliso August 226 investment summit to showcase various business opportunities to investors.

South Africa conservation champion, Dingo Dinkelman, talks to us about his conservation efforts and wildlife projects. He connects people to wildlife through his action packed Youtube channel. He drives conservation for projects focus on rhinos, pangolins, hyenas, lions and reptiles. Dinkelman is an adventurer and conservationist of note. He brings wildlife closer to people through his engaging YouTube Channel. Here he talks about how he first got interested in conservation and delves into his experience that he would never forget in his, an encounter wife an elephant, and further talks about why he thinks audiences are captivated by snakes, especially the king cobras and mambas…

Khensani Maluke is the Chairperson of the Robben Island Museum Council and Notty Ngcobo is also a member of the council. In this interview they discuss the history of the Island and the state of it is in now, 30 years since last prisoners were released. They also touch on how finances have been affected because of the Covid-19 pandemic and the future of the museum.

Featuring Teboho Montse aka Pepsin talking about his projects in the music industry, his music and how he sees the future going forward. We sample his two songs: Wandibamba and Thapelo.

Metropolitan Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Peter Tshiguvho, talks about the company’s campaign recently launched campaign #TogetherWeCan #MyPeoplMyEverything. At the heart of this campaign is that one way or the other, every person is influenced and shaped by others around them. He talks about how he was influenced and shaped by others to become a CEO of such a big company.

Samora Camora is the manager of Waterberg Zipline Adventures which is facing challenges with marketing itself due to the COVID pandemic. Many of their visitors come from the United States, Netherlands, Canada and Botswana.

Johana Aubrey is the General Manager of the agricultural side of Leuwenhof Country Club in Modimolle, Limpopo. They running a diversified agricultural business producing a range of products for export. They also offer game views, water sports, game drives and hunting to visitors. The business is now recovering and is always booked.

This week we take short trip to Limpopo province of South Africa where the third Limpopo Championship at Euphoria Golf Estate and Lifestyle Estate took place March 22–25.The event was hosted by the Limpopo Tourism Agency. Our correspondent, Chabbie Matsapola, spoke to several people who took park in the tournament such as promoters of tourism in Limpopo, golfers from around the world and business owners. Listen…Part 2: Promoting Limpopo Tourism Rami Chuene and music artist, Master KG, are assisting to promote the Limpopo province to South Africans and the world, while Kgabo Legodi is a journalist for Limpopo Guide.This is a magazine that promotes Limpopo tourism, alerting people to events and different activities taking place in Limpopo.All three speak favourably of the province, pointing out that there are many areas and activities of that could of interest to any visitor to the province, such as wildlife…Part 3: Golfers share views on Limpopo ChampionshipRafael da Souza is a golf player from Switzerland and he talks about his participation in the tournament and his impressions of Limpopo and Alex Adams is a professional golf caddy from Cape Town. He has travelled extensively to Europe as a caddy. He thinks Limpopo stands out as a wild life destination.Part 4: Spotlight on HorizonLeapWe showcase HorizonLeap, a vocalist, author and a producer. He is comfortable producing different genres of music including Amapiano, hip hop and gospel given his involvement with a church choir as he grew up. We sample his two songs called Ubumnandi and Giya.

Lethabo Sebetso, otherwise known as Focalistic, is a young and budding music artist.We profile him to find out why he chose music as a career and who he looks up to for inspiration...

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk to a senior official of Mauritius Tourism Promotion Agency about the island’s plan to gradually open the sector after months of lock-down due to the corona virus pandemic. Mauritius is heavily dependent of tourism. So far, 17% of its population has been vaccinated and are confident they will achieve herd immunity soon. Irvin Bundun is the Director of Mauritius Tourism Promotion Agency. He talks about a range of issues including the Indian Ocean Island’s vaccination programme, the plan to open borders gradually as inoculations continue. Listen…

As the government begins to ease lockdown level 3 restrictions, one of the leading occupational health companies in South Africa, Apex Environmental shares some of additional health protocols that tourism establishments could put in place into ensure minimal transmission of Covid 19. The company is advising the Ugu South Coast Tourism in Kwazulu Natal on these measures.

In this week’s edition, we take a look at how businesses can save funds on a business trip with smart and productive traveling tips Travel expenses can be one of the biggest worries for businesses, especially small businesses. With the economy in a severe recession and fluctuating prices of airfare, hotels, and rental services, the need to re-evaluate business travel expenses is vital Nombuyiselo Tango, the co-producer of the program speaks to Managing Director of First Group Hotel, Shaun Lamont Listen to us on DSTV audio bouquet Channel 802 or via audio streaming on www.channelafrica.co.za. You also interact with us on Facebook and twitter. Our twitter handle is @gatewayTafrica.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we take our listener on a short trip to La Motte Wine Estate situated in Francshoek Valley of South Africa’s Cape Winelands, to find the lockdown has affected to place and to understand some of the innovative ways they have adopted to educate and entertain visitors. Nombuyiselo Tango, the co-producer of the program speaks to Hein Koegelenberg, Chief Executive Officer of La Motte Wine EstateListen to us on DSTV audio bouquet Channel 802 or via audio streaming on www.channelafrica.co.za. You also interact with us on Facebook and twitter. Our twitter handle is @gatewayTafrica

In this week’s edition, we take a look at how one can still travel with a tight budget by following the tips #AlphiExplores has suggested Domestic travel has become such a buzz and the global pandemic, Civic 19 has shown South Africans that they can still enjoy themselves in the country and explore the hidden gems South Africa has to offer. Nombuyiselo Tango, the co-producer of the program speaks to Brand Communications Manager, Travel influencer and Social media maverick, Sipho Mkhwanazi

In this week’s edition, we take a look at how the Fitness Apparel, Tomboy LTD will motivate you to stick to your New Year resolution. As their motto suggests ‘Fit As Fem’, Tomboy LTD is for women around the world, women who believe they can be both sexy, feminine and equally fit. Tomboy LTD is a sports apparel range made for South African women of all shapes and sizes with luxurious, comfortable, elastic and breathable materials that will move with you.Nombuyiselo Tango, the co-producer of the program speaks to Entrepreneur, Social Activist and founder of Tomboy Ltd, Robyn Ashdown Listen to us on DSTV audio bouquet Channel 802 or via audio streaming on www.channelafrica.co.za. You also interact with us on Facebook and twitter. Our twitter handle is @gatewayTafrica.

In today’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out how the annual Joburg Zoo Festival of Lights would have looked had it not been postponed due to the second wave of the covid 19 pandemic. Joburg Zoo Festival of Lights is a product of Joburg Zoo in association with the City of Joburg, Joburg Theatre, City Parks and City Power. It features an enchanting collection of illuminated life-size animal characters, music, dance, Christmas Carols, Opera, food stalls, etc.

In this week’s edition, we take you on a ride through the summer differently campaign in the Eastern Cape, South Africa.This campaign is an effort to transform the local economy and promote sustainable job creation, whilst to encouraging international and local travellers to tour and find the hidden gems in the Eastern Cape, South Africa.Nombuyiselo Tango, the co-producer of the program speaks to the The chairperson of the wildcoast association, William Ross, Chief Executive Officer of tourism business council of South Africa, Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa, Valile Ndlumbini, owner of Monti Tours as well as General Manager of Mbotyi River Lodge, Billy York Listen to us on DSTV audio bouquet Channel 802 or via audio streaming on www.channelafrica.co.za. You also interact with us on Facebook and twitter. Our twitter handle is @gatewayTafrica.

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Eastern Cape Transport Tertiary Co-operative is to host a gala dinner to increase its brand awareness and to launch three projects.

In this week’s edition, we take you on a ride through the third domestic travel activation campaign in Limpopo, South AfricaThis campaign is an effort to transform the local economy and promote sustainable job creations, it further reignites the tourism sector and encourages South Africans to travel and explore the country, as well as to showcase the readiness of the sectorNombuyiselo Tango, the co-producer of the program speaks to the South African Minister of Tourism Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane (https://www.tourism.gov.za/Pages/home.aspx), the Limpopo Member of the Executive Council for Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Thabo Andrew Mokone, we also spoke to Seipelo Masemola, owner of Lerato’s, a chisanyama in Lephalale and lastly PALALA BOUTIQUE GAME LODGE & SPA owner, Maria du Plessis (https://www.palalaboutiquegamelodge.co.za/) Listen to us on DSTV audio bouquet Channel 802 or via audio streaming on www.channelafrica.co.za. You also interact with us on Facebook and twitter. Our twitter handle is @gatewayTafrica.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we find out how South Africa is deploying technology to monitor flag potential as it opens up to receive international visitors.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we learn about the Inanda Wilderness Park’s Green Corridors initiative in the coastal city of Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa. We find out what it is meant to achieve.

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

South African National Parks (SANPARKS) is to host the 15th National Parks Week later in the year and the city of Johannesburg has launched a campaign to attract visitors back to the city as Covid 19 lockdown restrictions ease.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we look at the massive protests that ensued in Mauritius recently over the government’s handling of the oil spill disaster caused by a Japanese cargo ship late July. And more protests are expected in coming days.

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In today’s edition, the University of Johannesburg’s School of Tourism has hosted a webinar to explore how women can use technology to innovate and disrupt tourism. We find out what was said in the course of that webinar. And artists are called upon to share an intriguing 52” piece with a chance to have it exhibited on a billboard along the highway in Johannesburg, South Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we drill into the MV Wakashio oil spill which poses an ecological and economic disaster for Mauritius. The oil spill began on the 25 of July and on 15 August the vessel broke into two threatening more spillage . We find out what happened, who is to blame and given the vastness of the Indian Ocean, why did MV Wakashio drift close to Mauritian waters when it was on its way to South America. Already the Mauritian government has been criticized for a slow and week response.

Encounters International South African Documentary Festival is showcasing some of the globe’s greatest award-winning documentaries, available virtually. We find out how and what the line-up looks like. And Africa50 unveils its finalists for the first Innovation Challenge which focused on sourcing solutions to help address last mile/ rural internet connectivity in Africa.

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In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, the award-winning filmmaker and founder of the African Academy of Cinematic Arts, Frank Orji, has released a thought-provoking book titled No One Is Coming For You. We find out what it is about. And we find out how the Southern Africa Fraud Prevention Service is tackling fraud in the new digital economy.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out how Kenya is preparing to open safari camps with strict health regulations to safeguard visitors from contracting Covid 19. And with inter-provincial travel still prohibited in South Africa, the annual Durban July will however continue, this time in a new format: the Durban Virtual Experience.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa Jackie Aylett talks to us about how ecstatic she is for being nominated for 2020 Women Entrepreneurs in Africa Awards and providing connection for the international AIDS conference. And the chairperson of Mobax Group talks to us about the Gig economy amidst the coronavirus pandemic – an economy that thrives through technology.

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In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out how SanParks is opening parks for self-drives under strict health protocols as Covid 19 continues to spread.

In this week’s programme we talk to the owner of Siga Culinary restaurant which is known for its unique authentic cuisine and taste of a Mexi-kasi flavor based in the township. We find out from him how he managed to grow a strong customer base in townships and urban areas.

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we have a couple of stories for you, including the fact that the Pan African Business Women’s Association has created a campaign called Africa Week 2020 under the theme, A perspective of the African Women Economy to celebrate Africa month. We find out what this is all about.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa A group of chefs, cooks, restaurant owners frustrated by effects of COVID 19 have created the #TwitterCookOut. Tebello Motsoane, founder of Showlove Consulting talks to us just about how the app works and who qualifies to take part, which is anybody who likes cooking. This and more.

In this edition of Africa of the Future, we find out how Covid 19 has impacted wildlife in Kenya so much that Game Watchers Safari and Safari Porini have come up with plan called “Adopt and Acre (www.porini.com/adopt-an-acre-2)” to ensure animals and wildlife habitats are protected and that rural communities are supported while global tourism has ground to a halt. We’ll hear how the global pandemic has made conservation of wildlife and nature has become increasingly difficult and risky. Adopt an Acre

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we take you on trips to the Marakele National Park where the 11th annual Marakele Marathon happened early March and we talk to key people about the event to find out how it has grown over the years. They include SANPARK’s northern region communication manager Sipho Mkhwanazi, Marakele field guide Tinyiko Maluleke and the CEO of Limpopo Tourism Agency, Sonto Ndlovu. This year’s Marakele Marathon was about celebrating the Lion as one of the Big Five.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we feature African leaders who attended the Africa Leadership Magazine Awards event at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg at the end of February. Some of them include Deputy President David Mabuza, Dr Akinwumi Adesina – President of the African Development Bank and First Bank of Nigeria group managing director, Adesola Kazeem Adeduntan.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to we focus on Meetings Africa, an annual Pan-African events and meetings trade show, which was held in Johannesburg on the 25th & 26th February 2020. We find out why African exhibitors find this platform valuable for business growth in their respective countries.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we find out why the Kruger National Park is a favourite destination for tourists. And the South African feature film, Moffie, is set for release on the 13th of March 2020 nationwide. The feature film looks into the story of a young, conscript who battles to survive compulsory service in apartheid-South Africa’s military. It has enamored audiences worldwide with sold-out screenings in London and more.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa several experts talk to us about the importance of Meetings Africa which is Africa’s biggest events and meetings as it launched early this month. Now in its 15 years, it will take place on 24th - 26th February at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. Meetings Africa, one of SA Tourism flagship events, attracts exhibitors and hosted buyers from across the world.

In this week’s Gateway to Africa, the Realness African Screenwriters Residency has developed 20 film projects in 13 African countries in its four years running. One of the films produced was ‘This is Not a Burial, It's a Resurrection’ which is directed by Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese and produced by Cait Pansegrouw and Elias Ribeiro of Urucu Media. The film competed in the 2020 Sundance Film Festival's World Dramatic Competition section to critical review in Utah, the United States of America. It was awarded the Special Jury Prize for Visionary Filmmaking. Realness African Screenwriter’s Residency is an institute that provides African film projects the support and resources needed at the development stage of a film. And the South African Department of Arts and Culture and the Presidency and other stakeholders hosted a Social Cohesion summit last Friday in Pretoria. We hear how this will impact the film industry and South African tourism.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, the South African National Parks (SANParks) along with the Honorary Rangers has partnered up with Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa for the next three years for the annual Marakele Marathon which will take place on the 7th of March 2020 at the Marakele National Park. And next the 14th of February will see Durban Film Mart hosting 10 documentary and 10 feature films. Filmmakers from different countries on the continent are expected to show up.

In today’s edition, South Africa and the US embassy co-produce Paradise Blue – an action-infused drama to commemorate Black History month The event takes place from 31st January to 1st March 2020 at the Market Theatre. Also in the programme, a 4 day Up The Creek festival takes place in the Western cape to celebrate its 30 year milestone. Taking place early February, the festival will feature 50 bands across 4 stages. And the World Tourism Market (WTM) Africa Travel and Tourism Awards is set to shine to shine a spotlight on individuals and businesses that have made a contribution to Africa’s travel industry. Deadline for nominations is the 31st of January.

In today’s edition, thousands of travel professionals from across the world will be visiting the World Travel Market Africa taking place in Cape Town in April this year. And the Bike Festival – Africa’s biggest motorcycle, music and lifestyle event takes place early February to early March in the Western Cape.

In today’s edition, the city of Durban is excited that it has scooped an award for being the greenest city in the world. And a Comic Con festival comes to the port city of Cape Town towards the middle of this year. We feature Mxolisi Kaunda, the eThekwini Municipality mayor and Carol Weaving, the Managing Director of Reed Exhibitions of Africa.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we review the annual Golden Gate Classics which took place on the 6th to the 8th December 2019 at Golden Gates Highlands National Park in the Free State province of South Africa. We talk to music lovers who were in attendance, including Radio Metro FM presenter Nothemba Madumo.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we review the annual Golden Gate Classics which took place on the 6th to the 8th December 2019 at Golden Gates Highlands National Park in the Free State province of South Africa. We talk to music lovers who were in attendance, including Radio Metro FM presenter Nothemba Madumo.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we profile a creative from the Northern Cape and a chef and owner of a new Afro-Mexican restaurant in the township of Alexander in South Africa. Tshepo Phillip Matlhoko from the Northern Cape has just returned from Chile where he participated in the 4th Maritime Silk Road International Festival, while Gift Sedibeng owns the newly opened Siga Culinary restaurant in Alexander township which is Afro-Mexican in character.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we talk to the curator of the European Festival taking place in three South Africa cities, namely Johannesburg, Pretoria and Cape Town. We find out what films will be screened, etc. Also in the programme, we profile a renowned South African artist, Azael Langa who has just opened his studio in Johannesburg. He talks to us about his craft and business and his travels in Europe where he participated in art fairs, the recent in Zurich, Switzerland.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we profile world renowned South African fashion designer who created the famous Madiba shirt. Who is none other than Sonwabile Ndamase, the President of the South African Fashion Designers Agency. And we look at at the campaign by the Northern Cape province of South Africa encouraging visitors to spend a day or two in the part of the country to experience its iconic summer offerings.

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In this edition of Gateway to Africa. Kingsley Holgate – the world renowned modern day adventurer has returned from another adventure across Africa. And Synergy Business Events officially becomes the organizer of the South African 2020 – 2022 Comrades Marathon Expo. The company also runs two internationally acclaimed events, namely Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba.

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In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Africa Arising Film Festival or ARIFF is back in Johannesburg towards the end of November this year. We find out more about it. Also in the programme, the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra (JPO), in collaboration with KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra, is set to kick off the World Symphony Spring Season series from the 23rd October to November 15th.

The David Koloane exhibition has moved from Cape Town where it was first launched a few months after he passed on to Johannesburg at the Standard Bank Gallery in Sandton. Thembinkosi Goniwe who is the curator talks to us about what visitors to the gallery can expect to see. And also in the programme, with just a few days before the prestigious annual Feathers Awards organisers have announced the first feather Festival taking place in Johannesburg from 17 – 19 October. Thami Kotlolo is the organizer of the event and he talks to us more about it.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, SA Tourism embarks on a 3rd roadshow to the Nordic region from the 13 to the 25th October. We find out the significance of this event. Also in the programme, best restaurants in South Africa are gearing up for the annual 2019 Eat Out Mercedes-Benz Restaurant awards on Sunday 17th of October at Grand West in Cape Town.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa the managing director of DHL Jed Michelatos talks to us about the company’s 50 years of existence. DHL is a leading logistics company with footprint over a 100 countries in the world. He talks to the milestones and the challenges along the journey and how DHL will contribute to protecting the environment in the next 50 years..

In this edition, Siphindile Hlongwa of the Centre for Creative Arts at the University of Kwazulu-Natal talks to us about the 23rd Poetry Africa Festival taking place from the 7 – 12 October in Durban. The event brings together local and international artists from Spain, Mauritius, Nigeria, USA, Ukraine and Egypt.

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

The HAAPI festival or the African Heritage festival is an event bringing together people in the hospitality and tourism industry. Now in its fourth year it aims to unite Africans and address issues of xenophobia. Chefs from different African countries will showcase culinary skills, beverages and there’ll also be a fashion show, a display of culture, music and arts from the 2nd to the 9th of September. But Jackie Khumalo who is the organizer of the event bemoans the fact that there’s lack of governmental support with two weeks left before it happens.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we take you to the recent East Africa Market Festival just to give you a sense of fun that it was. This 2nd festival is a fun family event where all sorts of artists, musicians, dancers, etc. come together to showcase their talents and products. It was held early August at the Riversands Farm Village in Midrand, north of Johannesburg.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa in the context of Women’s Month, we showcase woman involved in the tourism industry which has been male dominated for a long time. She is Beulah Mosupye, the managing director of Howing Tourism and Technology. She speaks about how they use technology to enhance the demand side of tourism and how more women have to have representation in controlling heights of tourism business organisations.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa Emile Langenhoven, the managing director of Lanzerac Wine Country Estate in Stellenbosch believes doubling visitor numbers to South Africa by 2030 to 21 million is achievable. Lanzerac Wine Country Estate was recently named the leading Wine Country Estate at the 2019 World Travel Awards. And South African explorer, humanitarian and author Kingsely Holgate and his team have set off on their biggest adventure ever, with goal of helping perform 200 cataract operations in the remote Mozambique Delta.

In this week’s edition of gateway to Africa, we talk to the producer of LUNA – a feature film made in in Brazil and that already screened at the ongoing Durban International Festival. Elias Ribeiro is with Urucu Media and he tells us South Africans will related with the film as both countries as Brazil has a similar history of colonization. And a lecturer of Tourism at Tshwane University of Technology believes the deployment of the army in the crime infested Western Cape will have a positive impact on tourism in the region.

Ten Finalists for the Basque Culinary World Prize have been named, one of whom is Selassie Atadika of Ghana who we’re showcasing. Overall winner to be announced 16 July 2019. Organised by the Basque government and the Basque Culinary Centre, the Basque Culinary World Prize is awarded to trailblazing chefs whose work has had “an impact outside the kitchen”. The ten finalists were selected from a total of 150 chefs from 42 countries. Selassie Atadika is opening doors of opportunity for Ghana through food. This and more including Pietro Caliccio of PwC on the firm’s latest Africa Hotel Outlook report which suggests the hospitality sector will remain positive in the next five years.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we examine the relationship between FinTech and Tourism, a topic that was discussed at a workshop on the sidelines of World Travel Award gala ceremony in Mauritius. The aim of the workshop was to raise awareness among entrepreneurs about new ways of doing business and of making payments. We feature Mauritian Minister of Tourism Anil Kumarsingh and Brinda Dabysing – senior financial sector specialist at the World Bank

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we talk to Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya of Maphungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA) on the 1st anniversary of Indlulamithi SA Scenarios 2030. This is a multi-stakeholder initiative which includes academia, business, researchers policy makers, etc) mapping scenarios to imagine what South Africa would look like in the next 11 years. MISTRA drives the research component of this project.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we examine the relationship between FinTech and Tourism, a topic that was discussed at a workshop on the sidelines of World Travel Award gala ceremony in Mauritius. The aim of the workshop was to raise awareness among entrepreneurs about new ways of doing business and of making payments. We feature Mauritian Minister of Tourism Anil Kumarsingh and Brinda Dabysing – senior financial sector specialist at the World Bank.

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

Today we bring you a LIVE broadcast of Gateway to Africa in celebration of Africa Day, the day on which the Organisation of African Unity, now known as the African Unity was formed 56 years ago. As we celebrate this day, we have no choice but to remember heroes who were behind the formation of the OAU such as Kwame Nkhruma, the former president of Ghana, Jomo Kenyatta of Kenya, Haile Silassie of Ethiopia and many more. We feature ambassadors of Morocco, Malawi and South Korea who talk about what the significance of this day.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we bring you a an exclusive interview with Prof. Ephraim Kamuntu, the Ugandan Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities from the recent Africa’s Travel Indaba held in Durban, South Africa on 2 – 4th May, 2019. The interview covers a wide range of issues including tourism contribution to the national economy, regional integration, Africa’s continental free trade area, etc.

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, a Marimba Band from a school in the Western Cape is set to participate at 67th European Music Festival for Young People. This after Glenwood House College in George was invited to attend, the only school in Africa to be invited. We talk to Glenwood College’s head of music Jan Erik Swart and two of his music students who are excited about the prospects of travelling to participate in a world event of this size. Taking place on 3 to 6 May, 4000 young from all corners of the globe are expected to gather at Neerplet, Belgium for the festival.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, this Easter weekend begins the 10-day long Rand Show at the Johannesburg Expo Centre. This is South Africa’s largest and most iconic consumer event. Now in its 125 year, it is a highlight on the annual events calendar that has entertained multiple generations of South African families. We find out how this year’s event will be different from the previous ones with Craig Newman, the Rand Show spokesperson.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we discuss “Kandasamys-The Wedding”, a sequel to the first romantic comedy film “Keeping Up with the Kandasamys” with the producer Jayan Moodley and a cast member Jayloshini Naidoo. Kandasamys-The Wedding was launched 11 April but will in cinemas from the 18th April, in time for the Easter holidays.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Debbie Cooper of iSimangaliso Wetlands Park Authority talks to us about the different animal and bird species to be found in, and why winter is the right time to visit uMkhuze section of iSimangaliso Wetlands Park in Kwazulu-Natal. uMkhuzi is 40.000 hectares in size and a birdwatchers paradise. Also in the programme Cummins Incorporated, a power solutions business entity has unveiled a multimillion rand state of the art facility in Johannesburg to mark hundred years in business and to demonstrate its confidence in Southern Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we talk to Peter Tabichi, a math and science teacher at a rural secondary school in Kenya and two other finalists to the, one from India and the other from Japan. Tabichi is the first African to win the $1 million Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize at a star-studded event in Dubai on 24 March. We also talk to Racheal Njoroge, the managing director of Cummins Inc. about the multimillion Power Hub facility launched in Johannesburg this week which she says is a vote of confidence Southern Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we find out why Rooibos, an indigenous South African tea is making it big in Japan from Martin Bergh who is chairperson of SA Rooibos Council. And the 22nd Time of the Writer Festival is now underway at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in celebration of Durban status as the UNESCO World City of Literature and for more on this we feature Niq Mhlongo, the curator of the festival programme, a writer and an activist.

This week on Gateway to Africa, we find out what African exhibitors at the just ended 14th edition of Meetings Africa think of the event. Hailed as a huge success, it took place from 25 to 26 February at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. Meetings Africa is the leading Pan-African business events trade show bringing together hosted buyers from across the world, exhibitors and the media under one roof. Among others we hear from Doris Parson of SRC Agency – a professional conferencing organization based in Rwanda and Tanzania and Nkulukusa Mwabashike, managing director of Zambia Business Tourism.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we preview the annual Meetings Africa taking place at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg. Meetings Africa is Africa’s largest events and meetings trade show which brings together hundreds of exhibitors, international hosted buyers and the media under one roof. We feature Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo, chief convention bureau officer of the SA National Convention Bureau which organizes the event on behalf of SA Tourism. She says in many ways this year’s edition will be an improvement on previous events.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Durban Film Office head, Toni Monty tells us why their participation at the European Film Market is important, which is to promote South African and African films and to strengthen international and African networks. European Film Market takes place during the annual 11 day Berlinale International Film Festival in Berlin, Germany from Thursday, 07 to Sunday, 17 February.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we feature Nicolas Funda, the chief ranger at the Kruger National Park talking about the need to continue the fight against elephant poaching despite population growth of the species. He was speaking at launch of Project Ivory, a platform through which SanParks mobilises resources to continue fighting poaching. We also feature the former English cricket player, Kevin Peterson who donated R3 million towards nature conservation early this year . He tells us why he decided to get involved.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we profile Tinyiko Golele, one of the first female rangers to work for the Kruger National Park. From a humbling beginning, she is now the chief regional ranger and is aiming high. Tinyiko was recently at the launch of Operation Ivory, a project through which private companies make donations to beef up efforts to combat elephant and rhino poaching in the Kruger national Park. Also in the programme we find out why the recently launched Rhino Horn Trade Africa is a ground breaking initiative. Rhino Horn Trade Africa is an online platform which aims to provide an efficient way for buyers and sellers to trade in humanely acquired rhino horn.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we find out why iSimangaliso Wetlands Park in KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa is popular with local and international visitors. We talk to two ladies; Penny Ndlela of Soul Traveler Tours and Sherai Robinson of Tastemakers Africa about the concept of “group travel” and their partnership.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we meet personalities who tell us about their experience of the recent Golden Gate Classics which took place November 30 – 02 December at the Golden Gate Highlands National Park where guests were serenaded to a rhythmic smooth jazz and classic music. The personalities include German-based soprano Caroline Nkwe; Shadow Twala, a well-known life style radio personality and Fundisile Mtekeni who is the South African National Parks CEO who talks to us about the link between travel and music.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, a lecturer of tourism at Tshwane University of Technology tells us why it’s a good thing South Africa lost to Egypt the right to host the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. The tournament was taken away from Cameroon late 2018 as it was not ready to host the expanded 24-team tournament. We also find out if China is a good partner to do business with Africa.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, the South African government has launched a Travel Smart Campaign to raise awareness of the do’s and don’ts when traveling abroad. About 800 South Africans are in jails in foreign lands for a variety of transgressions including drug smuggling.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we meet personalities who tell us about their experience of the recent Golden Gate Classics which took place November 30 – 02 December at the Golden Gate Highlands National Park where guests were serenaded to a rhythmic smooth jazz and classic music. The personalities include German-based soprano Caroline Nkwe; Shadow Twala, a well-known life style radio personality and Fundisile Mtekeni who is the South African National Parks CEO who talk to us about the link between travel and music.

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out if China is a good partner to do business with Africa. This follows a recent conference held at Wits University in Johannesburg whose objective was to unpack China’s Belt and Road Initiative. The initiative aims to link continents through infrastructure such as high speed rail. Also in the prgramme Zanelle Dalglish talks to us about #GivingTuesday movement in which her company, Schneider Electric SA is taking part.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we meet personalities who tell us about their experience of the recent Golden Gate Classics which took place November 30 – 02 December at the Golden Gate Highlands National Park where guests were serenaded to a rhythmic smooth jazz and classic music. The personalities include German-based soprano Caroline Nkwe; Shadow Twala, a well-known life style radio personality and Fundisile Mtekeni who is the South African National Parks CEO who talk to us about the link between travel and music.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we shine a spotlight on the Ethiopian Renaissance Dam which has been under construction under construction for the last seven years. We find out how it is financed and the benefits that will accrue to Ethiopia and neighbouring countries in East Africa. Also in the programme South Africa’s minister of Arts and Culture says working together with BRICS countries, his country stands to benefit from the cultural economy. The sector accounts for 37% of global trade. He was speaking to our reporter on the sidelines of a meeting of BRICS ministers of culture held recently in Johannesburg at Maropeng – the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we showcase the first East Africa Markets Festival to be held in Johannesburg talking to two of the top organisers of the event, Irene Dayra and Lilian Marita from Kenya. Also in the programme we feature Kwakye Donkor, the CEO of Africa Tourism Partners and Christelle Grohmann, director at Grant Thornton talking about the trends and the future African Travel. They were speaking on the sidelines of a conference hosted by Africa Tourism Partners to look into the trends and the future of travel in Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we shine a spotlight on the Ethiopian Renaissance Dam which has been under construction under construction for the last seven years. We find out how it is financed and the benefits that will accrue to Ethiopia and neighbouring countries in East Africa. Also in the programme South Africa’s minister of Arts and Culture says working together with BRICS countries, his country stands to benefit from the cultural economy. The sector accounts for 37% of global trade. He was speaking to our reporter on the sidelines of a meeting of BRICS ministers of culture held recently in Johannesburg at Maropeng – the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa tells investors at the first South African Investment summit held in Johannesburg that the country is open for business and that their investments would be protected by the constitution. And we find out what integrity means and what happens when integrity is compromised with Charissa Bloomberg – a psychologist and an integrity specialist. She is behind the integrity meeting happening in Cape Town on the 8th November 2018 ahead of a National Integrity Forum in March 2019.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we find out more about the 22nd Poetry Africa Festival taking place at various venues around Durban. We talk to the organizer Siphindile Hlongwa of Creative Centre for Arts and one of the participating poets, Emma Mabiya. We also find out how the Africa Aerospace and Defence Youth Development Programme go about encouraging young people to be interested in careers in aviation and defence sectors.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we examine what impact the recent developments in South Africa, including the easing of visa regulations and the appointment of a new minister of finance will have on the economy and tourism. We also talk to two executives of the Kruger National Park and Total South Africa about their 60 year old partnership as they launched the first solar fuel service station.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we speak to Nico De Kock about the 5th edition of Italy-South Africa summit is due to held later this month ahead of the scheduled Africa Investment Forum later in the year. Nico de Kock is one of the coordinators of the summit. We also feature Ghana High Commissioner to South Africa talking about the Ghana Fest 2018 running under theme; “Uniting Africa through Culture”. The festival has become an annual cultural event showcasing Ghana and South African culture, ranging from food, fabric to music.

Today we bringing you South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs announcing amendments to visa regulations as part of a stimulus package announced recently by President Cyril Ramaphosa to kick-start the economy. In pursuit of the African free movement agenda, 15 of the 16 member countries of SADC do not require visas to visit South Africa, with the exception of the DRC. He said of the top 10 African tourism market, only Nigeria has a visa requirement for ordinary passport holders.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we found out how the annual Lilizela Tourism Awards encourage tourism businesses to do well. Starting at provincial level with events throughout the country this month of September, this prestigious spectacle culminates in national awards on 17 November 2018 at the Sandton Convention Centre, north of Johannesburg. We feature SA Tourism CEO Sisa Ntshona and Kylie Henn who runs the Traditional African Homestays in Limpopo – provincial winner under category Roots and Culture. Ntshona also talks about the “ Learn SA” Middle East Roadshow from 17 – 27 November to Iran, UAE, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we feature Laura Vercueil communication manager for Johannesburg Tourism talking about some exciting activities taking place during this Tourism Month, culminating on UNWTO Tourism Day of 27 September. She also talks about why tourism is important to the city of Johannesburg and some of the most popular tourist attractions.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we find out how the Africa Aerospace and Defence contributes to South Africa’s economy with Simphiwe Hamilton, the executive director of SA Aerospace, Maritime and Defence Industry Associations. Now in its 20 years, AAD 2018 take every two and this month it will in the city of Tshwane as usual, from 19 – 23 September.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we showcase Francine Zana, the owner of Exclusive Hospitality Concept which specializes in back-end tourism business. Zana started off as a cleaner in various lodges, then proceeded to become a manager and eventually started her own business. She talks to us about the challenges she had to contend with all along the way. Also in the programme we feature Mpho Mache, the director of Tshuku’s Transport Services which will be showcasing its offerings at the Holiday Expo taking place Monte Casino, north of Johannesburg this weekend. Tshuku’s Transport Services is an inbound tour operator located at the Cradle of Humankind in Johannesburg.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa in the context of Women’s Month, we showcase woman involved in the tourism industry which has been male dominated for a long time. She is Beulah Mosupye, the managing director of Howing Tourism and Technology. She speaks about how they use technology to enhance the demand side of tourism and how more women have to have representation in controlling heights of tourism business organisations. We also focus on the forthcoming Africa Tourism Leadership and Awards Forum to be held in Ghana at the end of August.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we preview the forthcoming Africa Tourism Leadership Forum to be held in Accra, Ghana, organized by the Africa Tourism Partners. It runs under the theme “Inspiring Intra-Africa Travel and Tourism Growth through Innovative Leadership. We also find out why iSimangaliso Wetlands Park in Kwazulu Natal donated 30 of its elephant population to Zinave National Park in Mozambique.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we take a look at why iSimangaliso Wetlands Park in Kwazulu Natal, South Africa has donated 30 of its uMkhuze elephant population to Zinave National Park in Mozambique and how iSimangaliso will mark World Elephant Day on 12 August. We also discuss BRICS and Tourism, shining a spotlight on visa regulations, aviation policy and crime perceptions.

The priorities and themes of the 10th BRICS Summit, ranging from peacekeeping to collaboration around the 4th Industrial Revolution, were all touched on when the leaders of the 5 emerging economies - Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa - spoke in Sandton, Johannesburg yesterday. Each gave a short address, after which they left to attend to the signing of memorandums. In his closing remarks, South Africa's president Cyril Ramaphosa said following a proposal by his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, they have decided to deepen a 'people to people' component in BRICS.. In this special episode of Gateway Benjamin Moshatama discusses the outcomes of the summit with Sanusha Naidu Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Global Dialogue, and Nozipho Mbanjwa CEO of the organisation The Talent and one of the facilitators at the Summit:

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out how the 39th Durban International Film Festival is an improvement on the last edition. Held annually in Durban, South Africa this year it will offer a focused fare of 180 feature films, documentaries and short films by filmmakers from across the globe. The festival kicks off on 19 to 29 July. Also in the programme, we find out the real reasons for a drop in visitor numbers to South Africa this year. According to a report released by Statistics SA, there has been a 7 percent decline in tourism arrivals to South Africa this year compared to last year.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we go through some of the do’s and don’ts when traveling abroad in terms of the Travel Smart campaign launched this week in Pretoria by the South African government. Planned to run for this whole year, the campaign is aimed at raising awareness among South Africans traveling abroad about dangers they could find themselves in if they are not well prepared. Among other things they’re advice given is that they must carry proper documentation and refrain from doing crime in the host country.

In this week’s edition we bring you a conversation with 4 first-time young Russian visitors to South Africa. Ahead of the world cup they talked about how they came to South Africa and how they love what they had experienced thus far. They also talked about the mood in Russia ahead of the soccer spectacle and how they think foreign visitors would be received.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we re-visit Africa Travel Indaba recently held in Durban where Daryll Erusmas of Tourism Grading Council tells us how tourism accommodation products are graded and why this is important. We also talk to Patrick Bukhulana of Away Corporate and Leisure Travel, an entity that provides travel solutions to clients.

This week on gateway to Africa, we take a look at the inaugural Soweto International Jazz Festival which kicks-off from 14 – 17 June at the state of the art Soweto Theatre. The four-day event promises to deliver an exciting line-up of local and international artists , including Third World, Bob James Deborah Cox and many more. We find out how it came about with Thabo Rangwaga, CEO and founder of Proudly Sowetan Holdings and we find out why Soweto Theatre is the perfect venue for the festival with Nomsa Mazwai, the general manager of the theatre.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk to Kwa-Zulu Natal acting CEO about how KZN tourism benefited from the recent Africa Travel Indaba. We also talk to Henok Heruy, the operations manager of Pagumen – a tour operator from Ethiopia about exhibiting for the first time at Africa Travel Indaba and about Ethiopian coffee.

Delegates from across Africa have come together at the MasLow Conference Centre in Sandton South Africa for a two-day conference entitles the Africa Shared Value Summit for 2018. This the second time the meeting has been held, and it’s aim is to raise awareness and advocate for the success of the strategic implementations of the “Shared Value Business Model” which brings about social change while positively impacting profit. Today one of the topics debated was shared values as a vehicle to implement and align business to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. To tell us More about the event we have some of the speakers :

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa senior officials who attended the last Africa Travel Indaba in Durban share their thoughts with us annual travel trade show. Sthembiso Dhlamini, the COO of SA Tourism says change of brand from Durban Tourism to Africa Travel Indaba was necessitated by the need to be inclusive of the continent and Godwin Adama, Nigerian consul general to South Africa says the event is a perfect platform to promote investment into his while the Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs of Swaziland talks about the need for countries to work together rather than compete.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we take on journey through iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KZN province of South Africe to find out why it’s so popular with local and foreign visitors. From iSimangaliso Wetland Park we take you on a short journey to Saudi Arabia where the country recently held its first ever archeology convention with the hope that new discoveries will help in efforts to diversify its economy away from oil.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Wilderness Safaris, the operator of safari camps and lodges in seven African countries clinches the coveted position of “overall winner” of African Responsible Tourism at an awards ceremony during the WTM in Cape Town. Heidi van der Watt of Better Tourism Africa, the organisers of African Responsible Tourism tells why and defines what responsible tourism is. Also in the programme, Slindile Msweni, the marketing officer of iSimangaliso Wetland Authority talks to us about the Sodwana Bay Festival which she sees as the first of its kind in sixteen years. Previously known as Sodwana Bay Shootout, the festival takes place from the 27th of April to May 1st.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, a lecturer of tourism at Tshwane University of Technology Unathi Henama talks to us about a number of things that impact on tourism such as poor service and the recently reported incidence of ill-treatment of Lesotho’s King Letsie at border between his country and South Africa, increase in Value Added Tax and why the country should take steps to increase the number of visitors from Russia and Muslims from the Middle East. Also in this edition we find out why DHL, a leading logistics service provider is excited about a new addition to its aircraft fleet family in Southern Africa – the Boeing 737-400F and more.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we take a look at the Soweto Camp Festival which is taking place in Soweto this weekend, starting from Friday to Sunday, 1st April. The annual event that take every Easter holidays is now entering its sixth year. Founder and CEO Thato Mothopeng tells us the festival has since grown phenomenally and that this weekend it be even bigger and better. Also is the programme we find out why why DHL is excited about an new addition to its aircraft fleet family in Southern Africa, a Boieng 737 – 400F. DHL is one of the world’s leading logistics company.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, artists from across the continent come together in festival dubbed #OneSource Live to celebrate the transformative power of African creativity in music, arts, fashion and photography. Mongezi Sokanyile of Vodka, the sponsors of the show and rapper Sho Madjozi tell us more about what will happen at the festival who will be attending. Also in the programme we learn about a recently launched online trading platform by the Private Rhino Horn Owners Association.

This week on Gateway to Africa we find out why the launch of Rhino Horn Trade Africa by the Private Rhino Owners Association is a ground-breaking initiative. We also find out how the platform will work and how it will contribute to saving the rhino.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we take a look at the concept of Shared Economies to how could be applied in Africa as discussed at the recent Meetings Africa Business Talks. Making the panel were Senthil Gopinath, Middle East regional director for the International Congress of Convention Association (ICCA), Raymond Ledwaba ho is the CEO of IT Think Smart Solutions and Byron Morgas, CEO of Always Innovative Solutions.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Botswana Tourism Organisation unveils its tourism strategy on the sidelines of Meetings Africa – Africa’s biggest meetings and events trade show which just ended at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. Keitumets Setlang of BTO says the strategy entails diversifying the product to include meetings, events and conferencing in order to reduce pressure on areas that have sensitive ecosystems. Also in the programme Claude Moodley of Trade and Investment Kwazulu-Natal talks to us about its mission to Zambia to explore business opportunities this coming week.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa talk to Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo, the chief Conventions Bureau Officer of the South African National Conventions Bureau ahead of Meetings Africa happening at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg on 26 – 28 February. Meetings Africa is Africa’s largest meetings and events trade show. We find out from her why the event matters to South Africa and the continent.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out why Tanzania is a popular tourism destination among Europeans and increasingly South Africans too. Also in the show we talk to Marjorie Brown who has just been nominated into the Top 10 finalists of Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize 2018. We find out how she feels about that.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we follow Radio 2000 which is broadcasting from tourism attractions in Tanzania. Willy Lyimo, the branch manager for Tanzania Tourism Board tells us all about Tanzania, the tourism destination of choice in East Africa. We also speak to Mashoto Zimba, head of Domestic Travel at SA Tourism about products the tourism authority will showcase at annual travel expo happening at the Dome this weekend. Lastly, Tim Francis of UNESCO talks to us about World Radio Day on the 13th of February under the theme of Radio and Sport.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we discuss Group Travel with Siphesihle Penny Ndlela, the CEO and founder of Soul Traveler Tours and Cherae Robinson, the CEO of Tastemakers Africa. We also talk about their partnership. Also in the programme Oby Ejimofo, the COO of Asoko Insight talks to independent reporter Faz Da Hall about his impressions of the recent Africa 2017 Forum held in Egypt. Africa 2017 is the biggest B2B and B2G platform to discuss business and investment on the continent.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk to Geoffrey Manyara of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa about the link between tourism and economic development, including infrastructure required to promote free movement of people, goods and services. We also consider what it takes to develop that infrastructure with Arthur Chaora of Afribiz group.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we learn about the first annual Kliptown Public Arts Festival otherwise known as the Soweto Pop-Up Art Festival. Taking place on the 26 and 27th January, the event is intended to revive township art. We feature Njabulo Zulu, the managing director of Indoni Arts and Entertainment which is organising festival. Also in the programme Kingsley Holgate, a renowned philanthropist and adventurer talks to us about his recent expedition with his team to the Horn of Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa a flag is to be hoisted on Mount Kilimanjaro this month to popularise dot Africa, Africa’s official domain name; and adventurer and philanthropist Kingsley Holgate and his team have arrived back to South Africa after a successful expedition to the Horn of Africa. As is the case with every other expedition he undertakes, again they distributed mosquito bed nets to mothers and children and eye glasses to people with poor sight. He talks to us about the terrain they had to travel and the highlights of their Extreme East Expedition.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out why iSimangaliso Wetlands Park is South Africa’s favourite holiday destination during the festive season with Tourism Information Officer Thandi Shabalala. Also in the programme we learn about the first archaeology convention in Saudi Arabia organised by the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we visit Swaziland and the occasion is the now popular traditional Reed Dance. We talk to Nomsa Dlamini, cultural heritage manager at National Museum of Swaziland and the minister of tourism and environmental affairs Christopher Gamedze, to deepen our understanding of the various aspects of this colourful cultural spectacle. We also talk to visitors who share their appreciation of the Reed dance with us.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa Katherine Ichoya of COMESA and Lerato Mataboge, CEO of Trade Invest Africa from the Department of Trade and Industry of South Africa discuss integration and women in business in Africa. They were at the recent Africa 2017 Forum held at the popular Red Sea resort of Sharma El Sheik in Egypt. It built on the successful first edition held in February 2015. This year had two Presidential Roundtables where business leaders openly discussed policy with invited African presidents.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, senior reporter Fazila Dahall takes us on a trip to Saudi Arabia where the country has held its first Archeology Convention and she talks to Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, head of Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage. In this interview he reveals some archeological findings link Saudi Arabia and Africa in early civilization. Dahall also spoke to Dr Abdullah Azarhani, the director of Archeological Studies in the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage. Also in this programme South Africa’s minister of tourism talks about an exchange programme that has seen 60 tourism graduates from across South Africa recently being sent to the US on 12 month internship programme.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, iSimangaliso Wetland Park is gearing itself up to welcome visitors from far and near. iSimangaliso Wetland Park is a World Heritage Site with diverse attractions, both flora and fauna. Also in the programme, Saudi Arabia has held its first ever archeology convention with the hope that new discoveries will help the country to diversify its economy away from oil.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa , Buskaid Soweto String Ensemble is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a show at the Linder Auditorium at Wits University Campus in Parktown, Johannesburg. Buskaid director Rosemary Nalden talks to us about the show and the history of the ensemble. Also in the programme outgoing Cuban ambassador to South Africa Carlos Fernandez de Cossio gives us a glimpse of the people of Cuba.

In this week’s edition of Africa we find out if losing the rugby world cup to France was a good or bad thing for South Africa with Unathi Henama, a tourism lecturer at Pretoria University of Technology and we find out why Megalavanche sporting event in the Indian Ocean island of Reunion is such a hit with bikers around the world. The event is 22 years old this year and takes place early December.

Johannesburg is the most visited city in Africa in 2016 followed by Cape Town and Durban according to Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index. We talk to Anton van der Merwe, Mastercard Market Development head who explains how rankings are determined. Also in the programme, former chairperson of the African Union Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma addresses business and students at Gordon Institute for Business Science talking about how she will bring together business and government to improve the economy.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Dali Tambo describes his father’s statue that unveiled on the 19th of October as part of nationwide celebrations of Oliver Tambo’s legacy. He says the statue is an important addition to South Africa’s heritage and history. Also in the programme - Robben Island has embraced green energy as Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa launched a solar power plant that will reduce dependence on diesel and cut costs, as part of government’s efforts to support sustainable and inclusive tourism development.

In this week’s Gateway to Africa President Jacob Zuma unveils the statue of Oliver Reginald Tambo and describes O. R Tambo International Airport as a facility of world standards. O. R Tambo is the longest serving president of the governing African National Congress. He contributed immensely to South Africa’s freedom struggle. Also in the show Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa makes an impassioned plea to tourism monitors to be loyal to and be ambassadors of the country. She was launching the Tourism Monitors Programme in Soweto which aims to enhance tourism and ensure safety for tourists. Two hundred monitors have been recruited and after undergoing training they will be deployed 5 regions of Gauteng province. The first of its kind, it is hoped the Tourism Monitors programme will be rolled out to other provinces if it proves to be successful.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Johannesburg is the most visited city in Africa in 2016 followed by Cape Town and Durban according to Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index. We talk to Anton van der Merwe, Mastercard Market Development head who explains how rankings are determined. Also in the programme, former chairperson of the African Union Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma addresses business and students at Gordon Institute for Business Science talking about how she will bring together business and government to improve the economy.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, South Africa joins the world in celebrating World Tourism Day on the 27th of September at the Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga, the home of the Big Five. We feature South Africa’s minister of tourism Tokozile Xasa, her deputy Elizabeth Thabethe, CEO of SA Tourism Sisa Ntshona, chairperson of Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency Thulani Nzima and a visitor to the park and two tour guides. They talk about various aspects of tourism including increasing visitor numbers and marketing.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we look at what Heritage Day should mean for South Africans today, given the past history of racial division and apartheid. Political and business leader Mathews Phosa believes South Africans should take advantage of this day to end racism. Also in the programme we look at the importance of infrastructure in fostering business links on the continent and we feature Thabang Mamaru who is with the South African initiative: “Trade Invest Africa” under the national department of trade and industry.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, spotlight falls on the picturesque Mpumalanga province this Tourism Month. This follows the launch official launch by SA Tourism at a function attended by Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa, SA Tourism CEO Sisa Ntshona, Mpumalanga MEC for Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, Eric Kholoane. Tourism Month is a vehicle used by government to encourage South Africans to be tourists in their country. This theme is “We Do Tourism”

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we visit Swaziland and the occasion is the now popular traditional Reed Dance. We talk to Nomsa Dlamini, cultural heritage manager at National Museum of Swaziland and the minister of tourism and environmental affairs Christopher Gamedze, to deepen our understanding of the various aspects of this colourful cultural spectacle. We also talk to visitors who share their appreciation of the Reed dance with us.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Presidential hopeful and former chair of the African Union Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma unveils her vision of what she will do if elected as president of South Africa. She was speaking to business and media when she lamented lack of domestic investment by local businesses. Also in the programme, this weekend the popular Moretele Park Tribute concert celebrates 19 years since it was founded with an eclectic line-up of local artists, Lira, Bhudhaza, Selaelo Selota and Swazi singer.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we visit the apartheid museum in Johannesburg which is temporarily hosting O. R Tambo exhibition. O. R Tambo was the leader of the liberation movement in exile before he died in 1993. He would have been 100 years this year had he lived. The exhibition chronicles his entire life and it is hoped it will travel around the world because O. R Tambo was world figure, known as a diplomat and a revolutionary. We also hear from one person who knew very well, his former bodyguard Kingsley Makhubela, now the CEO of Brand SA.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk summer in Durban with Phillip Sithole of Durban Tourism. Also in the programme, Ministers Hlengiwe Mkhize and Lindiwe Zulu talk about the significance of the Women of Character summit recently in Johannesburg which focused on the role of women in advancing Africa’s destiny.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we take you on a trip of the Highveld Heritage Route which is locate south east of Mpumalanga province of Mpumalanga with the help of Athol Stark, the chief operations officer of Highveld Tourism. We also talk to SA Tourism CEO, Sisa Ntshona on the early launch of Tourism Month in Mpumalanga recently.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, SA Tourism launches Tourism Month in a festive ceremony attended by the minister of tourism, local government authorities and the media. Tourism month in actually in September and is intended to inspire South African to travel their own country. Government sees tourism as an important sector to create jobs while the world economy is in a slump. Also in the programme, a local film KROTOA is now released in South Africa during Women’s Month after it won numerous awards across the world.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, UNCTAD’s latest report on Economic Development in Africa shows that, contrary to persception, tourism demand in Africa is driven by Africans themselves. It also encourages African government to harness this sector to achieve inclusive growth. At the same time we also look at the dangers of human trafficking and child sexual exploitation in travel and tourism.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we bring you an exclusive interview with Prince Sultan bin Salman Abdulaziz al Saud, President of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage. He was in South Africa on a short visit recently for talks with South Africa’s minister of tourism Tokozile Xasa. He also met minister of international relations and cooperation Maite Nkoana- Mashabane. In the interview he talks about his visit to South Africa, cooperation between the two countries and the tourism industry in Saudi Arabia.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we engage organizer of Southern Africa International Exhibition (SAITEX, held annually in Johannesburg for the last 23 years on the history of the event, how it has grown over these years and what it stands for . We also examine the challenge of child exploitation in travel and tourism following a recent conference held in Johannesburg to consider ways to combat it.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we focus on dangers of child sexual exploitation, human trafficking and child labour that come with travel and tourism. This follows an international conference in Johannesburg co-hosted by Child Welfare South Africa and ECPAT to look at how sexual exploitation of children travel and tourism could be combatted. We feature Thomas Muller, the deputy executive director of ECPAD International, Dr Benny Obayi - acting executive director of Welfare South Africa, Anastancia Ndlovu – deputy minister of tourism and hospitality in Zimbabwe and Said Athman, secretary in Kenya’s ministry of tourim.

In this week’s edition of Africa, we present an accomplished young lady and World Economic Forum Global Shaper, Lynnete Ntuli. This in light of June 16 observed in South Africa in honour of youth who gave their lives for a free and democratic country. Lynnette Ntuli was at the WEF to participate in its Youth Dialogue event to debate and search for solutions to challenges facing young people. The theme of the dialogue was the role of youth in connecting African markets through innovation. We also feature SA communication Minister who also took part in the dialogue.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we find a connection between tourism and economic development with Dr Geoffery Manyara, a senior regional advisor for the UN Economic Commission for Africa. He was at the 1st Southern Africa Sustainability Tourism conference organized by RETOSA. We also find out how sport can be used to develop 21st century skills for children with Arvinda De Silva, a world renowned Sri Lankan cricketer.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa the National Film and Video Foundation is leading a delegation of film makers to the Cannes International Film Festival in France to showcase films made in South Africa. They include Asinamali, Zulu Wedding and She is King which is attracting much attention. Cannes International Film Festival is a world recognized premiere film festival and marketing event which brings together filmmakers and key decision makers from across the world. NFVF marketing and communication head Peter Kwele says South Africa’s presence at the event is part of position strategy. And the just ended 2nd South African Cultural Observatory National conference which attracted experts and practitioners from across the world is intended to strengthen knowledge and capacity of South Africa’s creative economy to unlock higher levels of inclusive growth. We feature SACO chief executive officer Prf. Richard Haines, Bamturaki Msinguzi of Uganda and Kgosi Nyathi, programmes manager of Amagugu International Heritage Centre in Zimbabwe.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we focus on the Africa Week Carnival and Festival organized by the African Diaspora Forum to celebrate Africa Month. The event starts on Saturday, 20th May and culminates in a carnival through the streets of Johannesburg on the 27 and it is supported by the provincial government of Gauteng and other players. The event also seeks to promote social cohesion and human rights over xenophobia and all forms of discrimination.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we engage a businessman Sam Mensah on what the World Economic Forum means for African Businesses. We also talk to Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthetwa to find out how creative industries can play a role in creating inclusive economies as prescribed by the theme of the last WEF on Africa held in Durban, South Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we quiz Heidi van der Watt, managing director of Better Tourism Africa about the Responsible Tourism Awards 2017. Top winners this year are Blood Lions, a hard-hitting documentary highlighting the plight of the lion and Coffee Shack Backpackers, a small but sustainable lodge in the remote part of the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The awards took place during the World Travel Market Africa in Cape Town.

This week on Gateway to Africa, Katchie Nzama – The Solo Wandera talks to us about her previous travels across the continent and another planned safari into Africa dubbed “Breaking Borders” which will see her traveling on public transport through 24 African countries, starting from Tunisia. We also talk to Stephan Bonneau, marketing head of Reunion Island Tourism Board about what it means to be at the World Travel Market (WTA) taking place in Cape Town.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, SA Tourism chief executive officer talks to us about Durban Tourism INDABA, Africa’s premiere travel business event. An annual event, INDABA 2017 takes place on the 16th to 18th May at King Albert Luthuli Convention Centre with 7000 delegates from around the world expected to attend. We also feature Craig Newman, CEO of Rand Easter show talking about this year’s event this very weekend and more.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa South Africa’s national minister of Tourism Tokozile Xasa, SANPARKS’ board chairperson Joanne Yawitch and SAN PARKS’ CEO Fundisile Mketeni mobilise investors to plough their money into projects in 19 national parks across the country. The three were speaking at the just ended SANPARKS’ Tourism Investment summit held in Johannesburg.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk about the new corporate identity of Channel Africa and the forthcoming Durban Tourism INDABA, a flagship event of SA Tourism - South African tourism development authority. We feature Kwakye Donkor who is marketing and communications director of the Regional Tourism Organisation of Southern Africa, Channel Africa marketing manager Mamolefe Sekgakweng and Katembo Tasakana a staff member of Channel Africa who first listened to Channel Africa at the age of five.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we talk about the 18th Cape Town International Jazz Festival, affectionately known as “Africa’s Grandest Gathering” with festival director Billy Domingo who promises a better than ever jazz extravaganza. We also feature Khushu Koloti, the marketing executive of Joburg Theatres talking about a planned launch of its three theatres on Thursday, 30 March 2017 through a tour. The three are Joburg Theatre, Soweto - south of Johannesburg and Roodepoort Theatre located west of the city.

In this edition of Africa Laura Vercuill, communication manager of Joburg Tourism tells us how the city managed to win a bid to host the just ended Global Entrepreneurship Congress in Johannesburg. We also feature Unathi Henama who teaches tourism at the University of Pretoria who talks about reasons the coastal city of Durban in South Africa lost all rights to host the Commonwealth Games scheduled for 20202. It would have been the first time the games came to Africa, had South Africa not lost the hosting rights. Also in the programme, SA Tourism CEO Sisa Ntshona and ICCA President Freysen Pretorius talk about working in clusters for success, as well as leaving a legacy after hosting major events and conferences.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, South Africa’s minister of tourism says with last year’s increased visitor numbers to South Africa, the sector is more likely to grow even further in 2017. In 2016 arrival numbers grew to 9 million, a growth over just 1million. This represents a 13 percent increase compared to a 4 percent global growth. We also talk to Ethiopian regional manager in South Africa, Abel Alemu who is excited that Ethiopia Airline is ranked 11th in world for punctuality. It’s also ranks number one among countries based in the Middle East and Africa.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out how African exhibitors at Meetings Africa 2017 have benefited from this major African meetings and events trade show since it was launched in 2005. We feature Nana W Gecaga, the CEO of Kenyatta International Centre and Frank Murangwa, the CEO of Rwanda Contention Bureau. Plus we have Ben Asoro, the chairman of ICCA-Africa Chapter talking about what this organization does to help convention bureaus in Africa to develop their businesses in the MICE sector.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Andrew Zaloumis, the chief executive officer of iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KZN says poaching and snaring are constant threats to wild animals , and he appeals to visitors to the park and communities to help take care of the animals. Geoffery Manyara of the UN Economic Commission for Africa also talks to us about the relationship between tourism and economic development.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, South African Minister of Tourism with last year’s increased visitor numbers to South Africa, the sector in in 2017 is likely to grow even further. In 2016 arrival numbers grew to 9 million, a growth over just 1million. This represents a 13 percent increase compared to a percent global growth. We also talk to Ethiopian regional manager in South Africa, Abel Alemu who is excited that Ethiopia Airline is ranked 11th in world for punctuality. It’s also ranks number for countries based in the Middle East and Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Andrew Zaloumis, the chief executive officer of iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KZN says poaching and snaring are constant threats to wild animals , and he appeals to visitors to the park and communities to help take care of the animals. Geoffery Manyara of the UN Economic Commission for Africa also talks to us about the relationship between tourism and economic development.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we unpack the Africa Visa Openness Report 2016 which has found that largely Africa remains closed, requiring Africans to acquire visas to travel to over half of the continent. Also in the programme, we find out why sustainability and innovation are a big issue at this year’s Meetings Africa – Africa’s meetings and events business trade show. We feature the Chief Executive officer of South African Tourism Sisa Ntshona and Nonie Kubeka of Gauteng Convention Bureau who spoke on the matter at the launch of Meetings Africa.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk to several delegates who attended the 3rd annual Southern Africa Women in Tourism conference in Johannesburg . They include South Africa’s deputy minister tourism Tokozile Xasa, Zimbabwe deputy minister for tourism and hospitality industry Anastancia Ndhlovu, Elcia Grandcourt, director for the regional programme of the UNWTO and Mohamed Harun, tourism official at the National Administration of Conservation Areas of Mozambique. SAWIT is a RETOSA event bringing together women in the region to consider strategies to empower women in the tourism sector.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we unpack the recently released Africa Visa Openness Report 2016 which has found that largely Africa remains closed, requiring Africans to acquire visas to travel to over half of the continent. Also in the programme, we find out why sustainability and innovation are a big issue at this year’s Meetings Africa – Africa’s meetings and events business trade show. We feature the Chief Executive officer of South African Tourism Sisa Ntshona and Nonie Kubeka of Gauteng Convention Bureau who spoke on the matter at the launch of Meetings Africa.

In today’s edition of Gateway to Africa, iSimangaliso Wetlands Parks CEO Andrew Zaloumis speaks to us about the return of the lion to the park after 44 years of absence and we learn about a campaign to Support Rangers by the Game Rangers Association of Africa with Andrew Campbell, an association committee member.

Focus on 3rd Southern Africa Women in Tourism Conference (SAWIT), a platform for information sharing and empowering women in the sector. Features Tourism Deputy Minister Tkozile Xasa, Zimbabwe Deputy Tourism Minister Anastancia Ndhlovu and Elcia Granbdcourt, director of regional programme for Africa of UN TWO.

Focus on Tourism as the New Gold with Unathi Henama, a lecturer of tourism at the University of Pretoria. Also in the programme we discuss brand and reputation issues with Dr Markus Renner, INBREC co-chairman.

Focus on the 1st annual Sustainable Tourism Development Conference hosted by RETOSA, looking at the link between economic development and tourism with Goeffrey Manyara, senior regional advisor to the UN Economic Commission. Also in the programme Patricia Muyambwa, first secretary for tourism at the Zambian High Commission in Pretoria and Johnstone Chikwanda, chairman of Zambia Energy Forum tell us about business opportunities in tourism and energy sectors in Zambia. REPEAT DATED: 18 – 20 NOV. 2016.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we focus on the 11th edition of Meetings Africa which took place in Johannesburg early this year. We talk to some of the participants from the continent, including Antonio Muluana, counselor for Tourism and Culture at the Mozambican High Commission in Pretoria and Sherry Sibanda, head of Zimbabwe Tourism Office in Johannesburg.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Unathi Henama says tourism is the answer South Africa’s economic decline. This in the wake of declining commodity prices and a depreciating local currency. Henama, a lecture of tourism at the University of Pretoria and a newspaper columnist also comments on other issues related to the tourism sector, including the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital which has now been officially opened.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk to several delegates who attended the 3rd annual Southern Africa Women in Tourism conference in Johannesburg during the week. They include South Africa’s deputy minister tourism Tokozile Xasa, Zimbabwe deputy minister for tourism and hospitality industry Anastancia Ndhlovu and Elcia Grandcourt, director for the regional programme of the UNWTO. SAWIT is a RETOSA event bringing together women in the region to consider strategies to empower women in the tourism sector.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa Osman Osman, the managing director of Blu Blood talks to us about the forthcoming Blu Blood Bollywood Experience to be held in Sandton, Johannesburg. Bollywod Experience is a three-day cultural extravaganza showcasing fashion, shopping, comedy, the best in Indian cuisine and big name players in the Bollywood industry. Also in the programme we talk about Johannesburg still being the most popular destination in Africa for the fourth year running as reported by MasterCard Global Destinations Cities Index. We feature Mark Elliot, the president of MasterCard, South Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we find a connection between tourism and economic development with Dr Geoffery Manyara, a senior regional advisor for the UN Economic Commission for Africa. He was at the 1st Southern Africa Sustainability Tourism conference organized by RETOSA. We also find out how open Zambia is for Business.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Zambia woes South African businesses to invest in the South African economy. At the Zambia Business Forum held in Sandton, Johannesburg this week, Zambian government officials pleaded with South African business executives to seize the huge opportunities in mining, agriculture, energy and tourism, failing which Chinese businesses would overtake them.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, African Union commissioner Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma urges African editors to play a role in popularizing “Agenda 2063” – a 50 year AU development plan for the continent. She urges them to also implement Agenda 2063 in their own environments by empowering young women.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa , head of Durban Tourism Phillip Sithole talks to us about the Essence Festival Durban which will take place in the city for the first time ever on the 8th to 13th November this year. And the Regional Tourism Organisation for Southern Africa is to hold three tourism conferences before the end of the year. Marketing and Communication manager at Retosa, Kayke Donkor tells us more about these events.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we talk brand management and reputation with Dr Markus Renner, cofounder and co-chair of International Brand and Reputation Community (INBREC) which held its second Africa Forum in Johannesburg. We also find out why tourism is now the second gold for South Africa.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa , head of Durban Tourism Phillip Sithole talks to us about the Essence Festival Durban which will take place in the city for the first time ever on the 8th to 13th November this year. And the Regional Tourism Organisation for Southern Africa is to hold three tourism conferences before the end of the year. Marketing and Communication manager at Retosa, Kayke Donkor tells us more about these events.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, at tourism lecturer at Tshwane University of Technology talks to us about the “new gold” in the South Africa economy which he says should help the country to diversify away from extractive industries. We also talk about the significance of Cites COP 17 conference now underway in Johannesburg to South Africa with the spokesperson of the national Department of Environmental Affairs.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, political and business leader Dr Mathews Phosa talks to us about the meaning of Heritage Day in South Africa today. We also feature Kayker Donkor, director of marketing and communication at RETOSA about three planned tourism conferences. While one will focus on sustainable tourism development, the two others will focus on women and youth in tourism. He tells us why these events are necessary.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we learn about the culture of Ghana as Ghananians celebrate Ghanafest in South Africa from the 17 to 19th September. Ghana High Commissioner to South Africa tells us a bit about the uniqueness of his country’s culture which they will celebrate during the event.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa , head of Durban Tourism Phillip Sithole talks to us about the Essence Festival Durban which will take place in the city for the first time ever on the 8th to 13th November this year. And as the Winemakers Guild celebrates ten years of mentoring young talent, we find out how this programme has evolved over the years. We also hear from the protégés themselves who tell us what drew them to winemaking.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, the Apartheid Museum is to host a Military Tattoo, which is a concert involving army military bands and local music talents and dance troupes around the city of Johannesburg. And as the Winemakers Guild celebrated ten years of mentoring young talent, we find out how this programme has evolved over the years. We also hear from the protégés themselves what drew them to winemaking.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, the 4th Business Premium Weekend starts this Friday until Saturday at the Carnival City in Johannesburg. The music and comedy event features a line-up of some of the most hilarious comedians and music acts. The organizer Richard Ramudzuli and comedian Tumelo Stopnonsons Matila talk to us more about the show. And later in the programme, we learn about SAA being the first in Africa to fly on clean biofuel.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, South Africa Airways goes down in history as the first in Africa to fly on biofuel. We feature several players involved in the development of this fuel, including SAA acting CEO Musa Zwane and Boeing International for Africa vice president Miguel Santos. Also in the programme, SANAM - a four member pop-rock band from India talk to us about their impending visit to South Africa at the end on this month.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we look at ACSA’s first aviation barometer launch which has been welcomed by the International Aviation Transport Association(IATA) which made an appealed to South Africa to share it knowledge and expertise with the rest of airport companies in Africa. The barometer reports on air traffic movements through Airports Company of South Africa’s nine airports in South Africa. According to the report overall departures and arrivals increased significantly in the first quarter of 2016 compared to the same period last year. We feature IATA vice president Raphael Kuuchi and ACSA CEO Bongani Maseko.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa the Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA) talks to us about its recently launched Aviation Barometer which will track traffic movements in and out of its airports in South Africa on a quarterly basis. ACSA Chief executive Officer Bongani Maseko tells us the first report emanating from the barometer shows departures increased by 8.4% , while arrivals grew by 8.6% in the first quarter of 2016 compared to same period last year.Also in the programme, South Africa’s hotel industry is set to steadily grow in the next 5 years due to an increase in the number of foreign visitors to the continent, so says PwC report released recently. PwC is an accounting firm operating in 157 countries around the world.On Tapestry we profile Nanyi Enerst Ngoe otherwise known as Giberboi, a young and budding afro-pop Cameroonian musician now living in South Africa and we also sample some of his songs.

This week on Gateway to Africa, Pietro Calicchio of PwC talks to us about its newly released Hotel Outlook 2016 – 2020 which says South Africa will see a steady growth In the hospitality industry over the next 5 years due to an increase in foreign visitor numbers. We also feature Jone Lithgow who is behind the Marimba and Steelplan Festival taking place in Johannesburg this weekend.On Tapestry we talk to Cameroonian born afro-pop musician Nanyi Ngoe, otherwise known as Giverboi.

In this edition, the world’s biggest Marimba and Steelplan Festival is to take place in Benoni, east of Johannesburg in South Africa. According to Jone Lithgow, the organizer of the festival this event will see 1600 performers from across South Africa, Swaziland, Zimbabwe and Botswana descending on the country for a weekend of music, marimbas and merriment. She says it’s the biggest because there’s no other that is known of in the world.Glyn Taylor who is the joint CEO of Century City Conference Centre and Hotel in Cape Town tells us what this facility contributes to the economy of the Western Cape province and South Africa in general. Situated

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Durban Tourism says it is more than ready to welcome delegates to the AIDS2016 international conference. Durban Tourism Head Phillip Sithole says all aspects including accommodation and security have been taken care of. In another development Ethiopian airlines regional manager for Southern Africa says adding a new A350 airbus to its fleet is a milestone in its 70 years history.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Bakhresa Group in Tanzania has commissioned Verde Hotels from South Africa and to develop and manage the old Mtoni Marine Hotel in Zanzibar to be the greenest in East Africa. The property will then be known as Hotel Verde Zanzibar. Samantha Annandale, the CEO of Verde Hotels tells us the story behind the move.Also in the programme Joey Seow, regional vice president for West Asia and Africa talks to us about the new A350 aircraft to service Johannesburg and Singapore, while Zibongiwe Pitjie, the general manager for O. R Tambo International Airport says the route is profitable and that it will be good for the economy in Johannesburg.

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In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Fair Trade Tourism signs a cooperation agreement with Botswana’s Ecotourism Certification System. Nevashnee Naidoo, managing director of Fair Trade Tourism tells us what this means. We also talk to Fikile Makhalemele of Lioness Productions about the Reggae Youth Concert scheduled to take place in Cape Town and Johannesburg over the weekend to celebrate June 16, 1976 Soweto students’ uprisings.On Tapestry we talk to Nigerian reggae music artist Ben Yardy about his debut album, Freeman and we sample three of his songs.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Fair Trade Tourism signs a cooperation agreement with Botswana’s Ecotourism Certification System. Nevashnee Naidoo, managing director of Fair Trade Tourism tells us what this means. We also talk to Fikile Makhalemele of Lioness Productions about the Reggae Youth Concert scheduled to take place in Cape Town and Johannesburg over the weekend to celebrate June 16, 1976 Soweto students’ uprisings.On Tapestry we talk to Nigerian reggae music artist Ben Yardy about his debut album, Freeman and we sample three of his songs.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we learn more about the Reggae Mzantsi Youth Concert and Workshop taking place in Cape Town and Johannesburg towards the end of June. The festival is aimed at celebrating the June 16, 1976 Soweto students uprisings and we feature Fikile Makhalemele from Lioness Productions, an outfit behind the organisation of the event. Also in the programme, we feature Gaisang Sathege talking to us about the Basha Uhuru Youth Festival, a month-long event in commemoration of the 1976 students’ uprisings.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we talk about the Fete De La Musique set to take place on the 18th of June on the streets of Newtown with Jean Boudin, director of French Institute in Johannesburg. We also feature Gaisang Sathekge, curator of the Constitution Hill museum talking about the month Basha Uhuru Youth Festival in commemoration of June 16, 1976 student’s uprisings. The festival also celebrates 20 years of South Africa’s constitution..

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we find out what this year’s Durban International Film Festival holds for film lovers which kicks off on the 16th and runs until 26th of June. We feature Peter Machen, the acting director of DIFF. In the wake of Sustainability Week which started on 31 May and ending on 5th June, we find out what sustainability means for several African cities. On the panel to discuss this matter are Tshwane executive mayor Kgosientso Ramogopa, Monrovia mayor in Liberia Doe Clara Mvobo, Steven Wanayika, the mayor of Juba in South Sudan and Kobie Brand, regional director of ICLEI Africa – a regional network of local governments.We also feature Ambani Mokwevu from Limpopo in South Africa talking about her album entitled Reveal.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out what makes Ethiopian Airlines tick as it celebrates 70 years of flying across African skies. We feature the airlines regional manager in Southern Africa.On Tapestry we feature young and budding music artist SuperNova of South Africa and sample his music style which he calls Bendo Tribe, a unique blend of reggae and hip hop.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we talk Durban FilmMart which has selected 19 film projects from across. Durban FilmMart is a platform for African film makers to connect with global markets, according to Toni Monti who heads the Durban Film Office. We also talk to Phillip Sithole, head of Durban Tourism about the city’s new tourism strategy.On Tapestry we feature hip hop singer and songwriter and dancer Justice Nwauna, also known as JTBlock from Nigeria, focusing on his album called Creativity.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we focus on the Africa Concert taking place on May 28th at Bassline in Newtown, Johannesburg to celebrate Africa Day. We talk to Brad Holes, founder of Bassline and organizer of Africa concert. Also in the programme, Jiggs Raynes Thorne, the organizer of Bushfire Festival which takes place in Swaziland at the end of the month, takes us through the history of the event.On Tapestry we feature young Ambani Mukwevu popularly known as BG or Queen of House from Limpopo province of South Africa where she developed love for singing. She already has two albums to her name, one of which is Reveal.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we focus on the just ended 6th edition of Hotelier Summit Africa held in Johannesburg. Rabi Kumar, the director of IDE which is organizing the conference tells us what it is about, who is in attendance and the future of the industry. We also have Mark Martinovich, CEO of Hotel Partners Africa and Hotel Spec who says although the industry is developing there are a number of challenges that need to be tackled. Also in the programme, ahead of the annual Tourism Indaba in Durban Bongani Mthiyane, marketing manager of Kwazulu Natal Tourism tells us about how the coastal province has benefitted from hosting the event over the last 36 years. And on tapestry we feature young and budding South African music vocalist Hendrick Itumeleng Monyeki. He has two songs to his name, although not yet a recording artist as yet. In addition he has shared stage with some big name jazz musicians both from South Africa and abroad.

In this week’s Gateway to Africa, Mystic India is set to mesmerize audiences in South Africa. Creator and producer of the show Ahmed Sha says if know nothing or little about India , this is a show to watch. And Margie Whitehouse, chief marketing of SA Tourism tells us about what to expect in this years Tourism INDABA while Bongani Mthiyane talks about how this event has contributed to the economy of Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa Annelie Smith, executive at Risk Benefit Solutions (RBS) tells us why the majority of business travelers are unprepared to travel on the continent. And Jimmy Headbush of Soweto Festival of Golf talks about the 4th year of this event which kicked off on the 14th , ending on Sunday 17th.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we talk Netsai Sibanda, regional development manager of Fair Trade Tourism about the Child Protection Code of Conduct which aims to protect children against commercial exploitation in the travel and tourism sector. We also talk to Brad Holes of Bassline, Newtown about the forthcoming Africa day concert.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Hotel Verde in Cape Town wins yet another accolade making it the greenest hotel in Africa and Andre Harmse, a sustainability consulting engineer talks to us about this. Also in the programme Andrew Zaloumis, Chief Executive Officer of iSimangaliso Wetlands Park in KZN talks to us about the return of the lion to this world heritage side, 44 years after it disappeared.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we find out how drought is affecting animals at the Kruger National Park, featuring Danie Pienaar who heads the scientific unit of the park. We also get to learn about Brand South Africa’s research findings and the rational behind the exercise. Our experts are Sindiswa Mququ, General Manager for Africa and the Middle East and Petrus de Kock, General Manager for Research at Brand SA.

In this edition of Africa we preview the tenth anniversary of Bushfire Festival which takes place in Swaziland at the end of May this year. Bushfire director Jiggs’ Raynes Thorne takes us through the ten year journey and the line-up of artists billed to take part in the event. We also take a look at the main elements of Durban Tourism new growth strategy.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Mozambican and Zimbabwean participants at the recent Meetings Africa the event has been good for business in their countries. They are Antonio Muluana, Counselor for Tourism and Culture at the Mozambican High Commission in South Africa and Sherry Sibanda, head of Zimbabwe Tourism office in South Africa.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa find out what was said at 11th Meetings Africa held at the Sandton Convention Centre. We bring part of what was discussed during a Media Face-Off in which panelists included Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo, chief convention bureau officer of the SA National Convention Bureau, Ben Osoro – director of marketing and sale for Taliba Convention Centre in Nigeria and two others. We also talk about the launch of a new campaign “Welcome to Jozi – Make a Visitor’s Day” to encourage residents of the city of Johannesburg to be more welcoming to visitors with Laura Vercueil of Joburg Tourism.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we look at what this years Meetings Africa has in store for exhibitors and buyers. Meetings Africa is business event industry owned by SA Tourism and hoisted by South Africa National Convention Bureau. We feature Amanda Kotze Nhlapho of SANCB and acting SA Tourism CEO Sithembiso Dlamini.

On Gateway to Africa this Friday, we attempt to answer the question whether South Africa can defeat rhino poaching; featuring General Johan Jooste how heads SANPARKS anti-poaching operations. We also feature a tourist from the UK who believes education will go a long way to discourage would be perpetrators.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa tourism in Uganda is the main important economic sector while at the same time the government is encouraging the youth to take up agriculture in order not to flock to urban areas. And the lion is the latest introduction to iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KZN, South Africa.

Launch of Madiba Inspired Tourist attraction app. which makes it easy for everyone to follow in the footsteps of former South African President, Nelson Mandela.We feature Tourism Minister Derek Hannekom and Nicolas Wolpe, CEO and founder of Liliesleaf Trust.

Meetings Africa, a debate on the contribution business tourism can make to sustainable development. Featuring SA Tourism CEO Thulani Nzima, Nina Frazen Pretorius, President of International Congress and Convention Association, Jefas Morika, a professional conference organizer in Zambia and Victor Kgomoeswana, a consultant and author of Africa is Open for Business.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out why the coastal city of Durban is a favourite destination for local and international tourists. Phiilip Sithole of Durban Tourism also tells us about planned activities for this period and about other emerging attractions.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we talk about the first Vilakazi Street Festival in Soweto and Buye’lekhaya Pan African Music Festival to take place at the end of the year.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we preview the Africities summit scheduled to take place in Johannesburg, South Africa. The event is an opportunity for African local government authorities to tackle major challenges at a local level such as infrastructure development and service delivery. We feature UCLGA Secretary General Jean-Pierre Elong Mbassi and chairman of South Africa Local Government Association. Also in this edition, we talk to participant at the last diplomatic fun fare held in Pretoria where different cultures were on display.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Durban Tourism is excited that the coastal city has won a bid to host the Commonwealth games in 2022. This is the first time the games will be played on African soil. We talk to Phillip Sithole who tells us the city will be ready to welcome all athletes and fans.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa the chief executive marketing officer for the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency Nopasika Mxunyelwa talks to us about plans to work us the province to be in the top 3 most visited provinces in the South Africa. Currently the province sit on the sixth spot, with Kwazulu-Natal the most popular destination.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa the chief executive marketing officer for the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency Nopasika Mxunyelwa talks to us about plans to work us the province to be in the top 3 most visited provinces in the South Africa. Currently the province sit on the sixth spot, with Kwazulu-Natal the most popular destination.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we focus on two events happening towards the end of this month. First is the Sports and Events Tourism conference to be held in Pretoria and second is My World of Tomorrow gathering in Sandton north of Johannesburg. This conference brings together thought leaders on innovation from a diverse range of industries on the continent.

South Africa’s minister of Tourism talks to us on the occasion of World Tourism day and according to Top Employers Institute, annual employee performance reviews are a thing of the past.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk to about the E-Tourism destination the just ended in Cape Town, South Africa and we feature CEO Damien Cooke and other participants. We also discuss Cap Nature Access week, during which communities in the Western Cape are allowed free access to nature reserves to enjoy wild life and be one with nature.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Durban Tourism is excited that the coastal city has won a bid to host the Commonwealth games in 2022. This is the first time the games will be played on African soil. We talk to Phillip Sithole who tells us the city will be ready to welcome all athletes and fans.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we bring you the Hotel Investment Conference Africa taking place in Sandton, Johannesburg and we focus on small business in the hospitality industry. Our guests are Teresa Clarke – CEO and Editorial Director of Africa.com. Also in our line-up is Siphiwe Ngcobo, group managing member of Ilawu Hospitality Group.

In this edition we talk about the new holocaust and genocide museum in Johannesburg to be open to the public in 2016. And we also talk to the secretary general of the WFC about its congress scheduled to take place in Durban, South Africa next week.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we take a look at the Soweto Wine and Lifestyle Festival which takes place next weekend at Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication in Kliptown, Soweto. We also talk trade as an instrument to drive growth and reduce poverty in Africa.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, SA Tourism CEO Thulani Nzima talks about the importance of domestic tourism. Also in this programme Johannesburg Roads Agency acting MD Mpho Kau says the city is at work rehabilitating bridges and roads to ensure it continues to a truly world class African city.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we talk Vavasati International Women’s Festival, a month long event to celebrate women through poetry, dance, arts and song. We also feature President Jacob Zuma talking about plans to review immigration laws that have a negative effect on tourism and investment.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk women empowerment in the financial services sector and we feature ASBIP President Tryphosa Ramano. This follows ASBIP Women Focus summit held in Johannesburg during the week which was addressed by AU commission chairperson Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we find out why Verde Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa is the greenest hotel in Africa. This is after Verde Hotel achieved the a double platinum certification for LEED – a global first. A sustainability engineer behind this success talks to us about this. Do tune in for more on this and the Portuguese Mariners, Food, Wine and Family Festival taking place this weekend on Durban’s South Coast.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we focus on Mandela Day, a day on which people across the world are expected to do good for the less fortunate. Today we hear from executives and famous personalities how they prepared to climb Kilimanjaro Mountain in Tanzania to raise funds in order to secure sanitary towels for school girls who battle with menstrual challenges. The group gathered at OR Tambo International airport on Monday to start their journey to Tanzania.

In this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we focus on two film festivals – one is the Zanzibar International Festival and we talk to Sihle Hlophe who will be there to showcase her film entitled As I am. The other is the Durban International Film Festival in South Africa and we talk to the President of DIFF about how the festival has grown over the years. We also talk to head of Durban Film Office Toni Monti.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we focus on the annual Vodacom Durban July – the richest and biggest horse racing event in Africa. The organizers tell us this year’s event will be no different. It is still glitz and glamour with high fashion, elegance, fine cuisine and champagne on display. The event is also a boost to tourism in the city of Durban.

In this edition to Gateway to Africa, we talk to two young people who are making progress in their lives as entrepreneurs in the tourism industry or mobilizing other youth to improve their lives.

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In today’s edition, we take a look at the last Meetings Africa and took to a number of exhibitors from Mozambique and Zambia about how this biggest Africn trade show has been of benefit to their tourism business.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk to two tourism students from Walter Sisulu University who are soon to jet off to the eastern Chinese city of Jinhua as part of an intercultural exchange programme between this city and the Buffalo City Metro in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. We also focus on the South African government’s programme celebrating Africa Month through various cultural activities involving artists across the African continent.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we focus of the South African government’s programme celebrating Africa Month through various cultural activities and involving artists across the African continent. We feature the Project Coordinator of the national Dept of Arts and Culture Azania Muendane. Also in this programme we talk to MEC for Economic and Tourism of Kwazulu-Natal who unveiled a road map for development of tourism in the province at the 2015 Durban Tourism Indaba.

In this edition, we explore the Soweto Theatre – an iconic site that is fast becoming a culture and leisure destination of choice. The theatre is to host a new musical dubbed Colour Me Human in celebration of Africa month.

In this edition, we find out why the annual Bushfire Festival in Swaziland is different from many festivals. The event takes place at the end of May and promises to have an eclectic mix of artists from across Africa and around the world.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Keys Communications – a South African owned company is extending it Township Wall advertising business to the rest of the continent. And South African national department of arts and culture reveals plans to celebrate Africa Day and other activities such as a film and a cultural festival where African artists will participate during the month of May this year.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out more about the Awesome Africa International Arts Festival taking place in Durban, South Africa. the festival promises to be bigger and better featuring a host of world renowned artists across a number of genres. Popular local musician Ray Phiri and Princess Nandi Zulu, the director of the organizing company talk to us about the event. On Tapestry we feature Cele, a South African singer best known for being in the top 2 finalists of the 6th season of the South Africa Idols.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out more about the Awesome Africa International Arts Festival taking place in Durban, South Africa. the festival promises to be bigger and better featuring a host of world renowned artists across a number of genres. Popular local musician Ray Phiri and Princess Nandi Zulu, the director of the organizing company talk to us about the event.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we about the World Class Challenge which is coming to South Africa for the first time ever. We feature among others Bob Nolet, the owner of Ketel One Vodka which sponsoring the event and also launching in South Africa soon.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we bring you part of a debate that took place at Meetings Africa in Johannesburg on the contribution business tourism can make towards sustainable development in Africa.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, Keys Communications – a South African owned company is extending it Township Wall advertising business to the rest of the continent. And South African national department of arts and culture reveals plans to celebrate Africa Day and other activities such as a film and a cultural festival where African artists will participate during the month of May this year.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we bring you part of a debate that took place at Meetings Africa in Johannesburg on the contribution business tourism can make towards sustainable development in Africa.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we focus on the 10th anniversary of Meetings Africa – Africa’s biggest events and meetings trade show. We feature various role players who take us through the ten yen year journey, touching on the success, challenges and the future.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk to Andrew Zaloumis, the CEO of iSimangaliso Wetlands Park in KZN about the introduction of lions to the park after many years of absence. And we have more.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, the CEO of SA Tourism Thulani Nzima talk to us about the 10th anniversary of Meetings Africa - Africa’s largest event trade show taking place towards the end of February this year.

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

In this edition of Africa of the Future, we go back to the history of African football to determine how it has grown over the years and how it plays a role in building social cohesion and nation building.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we focus on the Africa Cup of Nations now underway in Equatorial Guinea, with particular interest on this West African country has managed to put together a tournament this big within a short space of time. We feature Christopher Bongo, a well known soccer analyst in South Africa and Malawian soccer legend Kina Phiri who talks about the importance of African countries participating in AFCON.

In this edition, the 80’s Rewind Festival comes to three South African cities for the third time and we take you through the Steve Biko Heritage Trail.

In today’s edition of Gateway to Africa, Thandi Shabalala of iSimangaliso Wetland Park heritage site in KZN, South Africa tells us of a variety of activities visitors can enjoy this season at the park. We also talk to the first secretary at the Ugandan high commission about tourism and the ease of doing business in his country.

As South Africa and world commemorate the first anniversary of Nelson Mandela death December last year, we take you on a journey around Robben Island where he spent time as a political prisoner. We talk to people who work at the museum and first time visitors to the island.

As South Africa and world commemorate the first anniversary of Nelson Mandela death December last year, we take you on a journey around Robben Island where he spent time as a political prisoner. We talk to people who work at the museum and first time visitors to the island.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, SA Tourism celebrates 10 years of Meetings Africa, the continent’s biggest events and meetings expo and it’s CEO talk to us about the milestones and growth prospects going forward. We also take a look at the forthcoming Mapungubwe Arts and Heritage Festival in Limpopo, South Africa.

In today’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we find out why the city of Johannesburg is the second most inspiring in the world outclassing Mexico and New Orleans among others. And we draw some important lessons on entrepreneurship from two South Africa experts on the subject.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa, we focus on two new festivals happening this weekend in Johannesburg. The one is the Joburg Shopping Festival and the other is Bourbon, Beer and Burgers Festival.

On Gateway to Africa today we find out if ecotourism affects gender relations. A researcher on the subject joins us to explain her findings and we bring you an exclusive with Zakes Mda, world renowned South African author.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we pay some attention to the Lilizela Tourism Awards due to take place on the 9th of October and Namibian songwriter and singer Elemotho is our special guest.

Today on Gateway to Africa, we focus on the forthcoming Eldo’s Arts and Jazz Festival and we bring you Namibian songwriter and singer Elemotho talking about his achievements, his travels around the world and we sample some of his songs.

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we toke you through the Steve Biko Heritage trail and we talk about the forthcoming Joburg City Festival and the Soweto Festival Expo.

In today’s edition of Gateway to Africa, we talk to the marketing and communications director of Regional Tourism Organization of Southern Africa, Kwakye Donkor and the director of African-Caribbean Network for Science and Technology, Elizabeth Raekoala about the ebola epidemic in West Africa is affecting tourism on the continent.

In today’s edition of Gateway to Africa, the Director of Umgubho Festival talks to us about the festival scheduled to take place on 12 – 14 September in Durban. We also have Moegsien Williams, CEO of TNA media talking about the forthcoming South African of the Year Awards.

On Gateway today, the first African designed, developed and tested multipurpose aircraft takes to the sky and Paramount Group chairman Ivor Ichikowitz tells us this a good African story. We also talk tourism in Uganda with this country’s first secretary at the High Commission in Pretoria.

In today’s edition of Gateway to Africa we focus on rhino poaching with Johan Jooste, a retired South Africa army general and head of anti-poaching operations of South African National Parks.

In today’s edition of Gateway To Africa we talk to Zukisa Ramasia, operations general manager of SAA about how the national carrier won three prestigious awards. We take you on short trip to Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya and DHL managing director explains why he thinks BRICS Bank means good business for Africa.

In today’s edition of Gateway to Africa two foreign tourists tell us why destination South Africa and the continent are favourites the lion returns to iSimangaliso Wetlands Park after 44 years of absence.

Today on Gateway to Africa we speak to senior vice president of International Media Networks Africa Alex Okosi about the recent MTV Africa Music Awards held in Durban, South Africa. He only has the best to say about the event itself and Durban as a venue. We also showcase a young Soweto entrepreneur who runs pop-up barber shops.

The month of June being Youth Month in South Africa, we take a short trip to the Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum in Soweto to find out what it offers to the visitor and we showcase young Bheki Kunene, founder of Mind Trix Media operating in the IT industry.

Today, Gateway to Africa continues the discussion with Ethiopian Ambassador to South Africa, Mulugeta Kelil Beshir, on investment opportunities in Ethiopia. We find out what incentives the country offers to would-be investors. Brand South Africa also launches a campaign in celebration of 20 years of South Africa’s freedom and democracy.

In this edition, we take a look at the recent Mail & Guardian Africa Business conference which took place in Johannesburg, South Africa. We also talk to the CEO of Zomato, an on-line restaurant guide that helps users to identify restaurants of their choice.

In today’s edition we talk to the first black African women poised to summit Mount Everest and we focus on the annual Soweto Camp Festival which enter its fourth year.

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

In this edition of Gateway to Africa we talk Ubuntu Radio, a new online radio station of South Africa’s Dept. Of International Relations and Cooperation officially launched on 17th of October. We also about the inaugural Travel and Tourism Summit for Gauteng province of South Africa which looked at ways to encourage to South Africans to travel more in their country..

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

Gateway to Africa is Channel Africa’s 45 minutes LIVE weekly flagship magazine programme. The magazine programme covers all matters; sport and cultural tourism and business

In today’s edition, local and international observers are to embark on a nationwide tour of South Africa in what is dubbed an Election Observer Tour. It is hoped participants in the tour will gain a deep insight into South Africa’s most interesting poll since its first democratic election in 1994. Meropa Communications chief executive Peter Mann and human rights lawyer Brian Currin talk to us more about this initiative.

In today’s edition, local and international observers are to embark on a nationwide tour of South Africa in what is dubbed an Election Observer Tour. It is hoped participants in the tour will gain a deep insight into South Africa’s most interesting poll since its first democratic election in 1994. Meropa Communications chief executive Peter Mann and human rights lawyer Brian Currin talk to us more about this initiative.