African Festivals and Events in December

If you're planning to be in Africa this Christmas you may be wondering whether to pack your stocking and Santa hat. In most cases it would be entirely appropriate to do so since there will be more than 300,000 Christians celebrating along with you.

Other events and festivals in Africa this December include a desert festival in Tunisia complete with camel racing; a harvest festival in Swaziland; a music festival in Ethiopia and a carnival in Cape Town.

Find out more about these major festivals in Africa this December including dates and venues.