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26
Aug
2024
Kimberleigh Tommy: Shaping the Future of Palaeontology

Earlier this year Open House by We Are Africa hosted the 2024 tribe at Zeitz MOCAA where Kimberleigh Tommy, a

22
Aug
2024
Harnessing Africa’s Ancient Past to Shape its Future in High-End Travel

Africa’s ancient landscapes have always held a deep allure, drawing travellers to the cradle of humankind, where the echoes of

21
Aug
2024
Bridging the Skies: Airline Access to High-end Africa Destinations

Africa’s most iconic destinations, from the vast plains of the Serengeti to the pristine shores of Seychelles, continue to captivate

15
Aug
2024
Emerging Trends in Luxury African Travel: A 2024 Perspective

While understanding demographics and buying habits is important for most industries, high-end African travel is a bit different. Here, it’s

15
Aug
2024
Rwanda Rising

As global travel rebounds more travellers seek unique, high-end experiences that go beyond the usual. Rwanda, with its stunning landscapes,

06
Aug
2024
Ravi Naidoo: Rebranding Africa on a Global Stage

Few names resonate as powerfully in the realm of global branding and design as Ravi Naidoo. As the visionary founder

06
Aug
2024
We Are Africa 2024: A Celebration of Sustainable Tourism and Community Impact

The tribe that gathered at We Are Africa 2024 once again proved to be a beacon of hope and innovation

19
Dec
2023
What High Net Worth Individuals Look for in Design

When it comes to choosing their next destination to escape to, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) often seek out unique and luxurious

19
Dec
2023
Honouring the tribe: &Beyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge celebrated for Extraordinary Design

The We Are Africa Awards returned in honour of the tribe that made achievements across four unique categories in African

19
Dec
2023
The Vibrant World of Contemporary African Art

Africa, a continent rich in cultural diversity and vibrant traditions, has long been associated with traditional art forms such as

19
Dec
2023
The Molori Safari Art Rug Project: A Tapestry of Design

In the last quarter of 2020, during the pandemic, the Molori Safari team embarked on an interior and art collection

27
Sep
2023
Weeva: The Technology Transforming Travel and Tourism for People and Planet

Weeva’s sustainability management platform helps tourism properties track, measure, and report on their sustainable operations in one central platform. So

20
Sep
2023
Funny Old World: The Africa Edition

Welcome to special bonus episodes of Weeva’s climate podcast series, Funny Old World, where your hosts Juliet Kinsman and Simon

20
Sep
2023
Case Study: Becoming Tswalu

The Kalahari is a massive stretch of land, covering over 900,000 square kilometres of Southern Africa. Defined by its unique

19
Sep
2023
Impilo – A Prayer for African Elephants

We Are Africa invited the tribe to Encounter the Extraordinary at this year’s eighth edition. Looking at the many facets

04
Jul
2023
PARTNERSHIPS DRIVING TRAVEL

The core ethos of We Are Africa challenges outdated travel tropes in African travel. Each year high-end travel brands gather

26
Jun
2023
The Tribe Making an Impact: Community Projects 2023

We Are Africa’s official Community Development Partner, Uthando (Love) South Africa, is a non-profit company and Responsible Tourism initiative with

22
Jun
2023
Honouring the tribe: Grace Leonard Celebrated for Extraordinary Leadership

The We Are Africa Awards returned in honour of the tribe that made achievements across four unique categories in African

23
Mar
2023
QUEENAGERS, NETFLIX EFFECT & NATURE POSITIVE TRAVEL: TRAVEL TERMS TO KNOW IN 2023

Last year was a bumper year for travel, we saw borders fully open and revenge travel take off, but what

20
Mar
2023
UNIQUE ETHIOPIA: IMPORTANT FESTIVALS

Located in the Horn of Africa Ethiopia is known for its rich history and cultural heritage, as well as its

16
Mar
2023
NATURE POSITIVE TRAVEL & WHAT IT MEANS

In December 2022 the World Travel and Tourism Council brought together an alliance of over 150 companies that represent the

16
Mar
2023
PIONEERING WOMEN IN AFRICAN TOURISM

We recently celebrated International Women’s Day on the 8th of March and wanted to highlight the incredible accomplishments of women

22
Oct
2019
FROM THE RURAL TO THE RUNWAY: ABI JAMES ON THE SHIFT IN SAFARI-LODGE INTERIORS

From working Africa’s signature animal prints to the pure practicalities, renowned African safari-lodge designer Abi James gives us the low-down on the safari lodges with the most up-to-the-minute interiors, and the secrets behind their success.

Magashi Camp
07
Jan
2019
INTRODUCING MAGASHI CAMP, RWANDA’S NEXT BIG THING

Come December 2018, prepare to say hello to Magashi Camp – a conservation-driven project spearheaded by the combined efforts Wilderness Safaris, the Rwanda Development Board and African Parks. Find out how this high-end masterpiece will be blazing a new safari trail around Akagera National Park.

Suzanne Bayly-Coupe – courtesy of Classic Portfolio
07
Jan
2019
MEET 3 WOMEN MAKING THEIR MARK ON SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM

In honour of National Women’s Day in South Africa, hear the stories of three special ladies making a big splash in South African tourism.

Zeitz MOCAA atrium – by Iwan Ban
07
Jan
2019
GERMAN HERITAGE: DOES IT MATTER THAT ZEITZ MOCAA WAS FOUNDED BY A NON-AFRICAN?

As Africa’s first major museum of contemporary African art, Zeitz MOCAA was making headlines way before its opening in September 2017. Does it matter than such empowering moment for the continent was conceived by a German, asks Heather Richardson? Its namesake certainly doesn’t think so.

INZORA Rooftop Café
21
Aug
2018
KIGALI KOOL: HOW RWANDA’S CAPITAL IS CHANGING PERCEPTIONS

From speciality coffee to empowered local artisans, James Davidson unpacks up-and-coming Rwanda’s capital and tells us how it is exceeding the expectations of all who encounter it.

Sun Ra
06
Aug
2018
VIRTUAL REALITY

When even maps are biased, James Davidson discovers how a rebellious historian, Afrofuturists and a Marvel superhero can cut through propaganda and prejudice to expose a lie in the name of equality and empowerment.

African airline opportunities
25
Jul
2018
OPPORTUNITY IS IN THE AIR

Despite being inhabited by 12 per cent of the world’s population, Africa accounts for just three per cent of its airline traffic. Richard Holmes investigates why Africa’s skies are comparatively empty – and what the travel industry can do about it.

24
Jul
2018
IT ALL STARTS WITH A SPARK: 4 MINUTES TO TRANSFORM TRAVEL

From the art of turning waste food into five-star food to what really lies beneath an island holiday, each of this year’s SPARK speakers held the FUSE crowd spellbound, sparking discussions that lasted far longer than their presentation. Watch them back here…

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