Articles Index
Vuvuzela
Vuvuzela, the beloved trumpet of soccer fans in South Africa. Find out where to buy your vuvuzela, how to play a vuvuzela, variations of the vuvuzela, what a vuvuzela sounds like and much more.
Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda
A guide to Uganda's largest national park, Murchison Falls National Park, home to chimpanzees, hippos, crocodiles and much more. Find out what to see at Murchison Falls, where to stay and how to get there.
Stone Town (Tanzania)
Guide to Stone Town, Zanzibar. Stone Town is a fascinating, historically rich destination on the gorgeous island of Zanzibar just off the coast of Tanzania. Find out where to stay in Stone Town, what to see, tours you can take and more.
Tuberculosis (TB)
Tuberculosis (TB) in Africa is on the rise and kills several million people each year. If you are traveling to Africa for extended periods and are using public transport or working in schools or hospitals you should stay informed about the disease and get tested upon your return. This article explains what TB is, symptoms of TB, how you catch TB and how to treat the disease.
Lake Malawi (Malawi)
Lake Malawi, travel information and guide to one of Africa's most beautiful lakes.
Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Great Zimbabwe Ruins, in Zimbabwe are sub-Sharan Africa's most important archaelogical site. Great Zimbabwe is responsible for the name of modern day Zimbabwe. Great Zimbabwe is a World Heritage site. Find out more about these fascinating ruins, with towers built out of millions of perfectly balanced stones.
Devil's Pool, Victoria Falls
Swim to the edge of the Victoria Falls in Devil's Pool on the small island of Livingstone. Find out how to get to Devil's Pool at the foot of the Victoria Falls, when you can swim in it, why it's considered safe, how to book your spot and more.
How to Avoid Bird Flu (Avian Influenza) When Traveling in Africa
Information for visitors to Africa on how to Avoid Bird Flu (Avian Influenza). With cases of the deadly strain of bird flu (Avian Influenza H5N1) coming to light in Africa here are tips on how to recognize bird flu, treatments available, how to avoid it, and links to resources to stay up to date on this situation.
Ganvie, Benin
Ganvie in Benin (West Africa) is a unique town built on stilts. Find out more about Ganvie, how to get to Ganvie, where to stay and what to do.
Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, South Africa
Bo Kaap, Cape Town, South Africa -- Information, what to see, history and tour od the Bo Kaap area in Cape Town, a unique Cape Malay community.
Mount Meru, Tanzania
Mount Meru Tanzania facts and information. Mount Meru trekking information, accommodation, Mount Meru hiking tips, Arusha National Park, getting there and more.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever is a mosquito-borne viral disease common in sub-Saharan Africa. Illness ranges in severity from an influenza-like syndrome to severe hepatitis and hemorrhagic fever. Although it is quite rare for travelers to get yellow fever most countries have regulations and requirements for yellow fever vaccination that must be met prior to entering the country.
Ksar Ghilane - Sahara Oasis in Southern Tunisia
Information about Ksar Ghilane, an oases in southern Tunisia that offers the perfect gateway to exploring the vast dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental in the Sahara desert. Find out where to stay, what to do and get tips on renting a camel.
Ksar Ouled Soltane in Tataouine, Tunisia
Ksar Ouled Soltane, Tataouine Tunisia. Information and image of the Ksar Ouled Soltane in the province of Tataouine in Tunisia.
Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast
Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro (Basilique de Notre Dame de la Paix), Ivory Coast.
Rabies in Africa
Rabies is a preventable viral disease of mammals most often transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal. Wild animals and stray dogs often carry the virus in Africa so as a visitor you have to be careful. Rabies is a nasty disease when left untreated and it is fatal. There is a vaccine available but you still need to seek treatment if you are scratched or bitten.
The Meroe Pyramids, Sudan
Meroe Pyramids, Sudan
Djenne, Mali
Djenne Mali. Travel guide to Djenne home of the world's biggest mud-brick building, the Grande Mosque. Information on how to get to Djenne, where to stay, tours to Djenne and more.
African Trypanosomiasis (Sleeping Sickness)
African trypanosomiasis is confined to tropical Africa. There are two types of African Trypanosomiasis (Sleeping Sickness) both are transmitted by the bite of the Tsetse fly. The disease can be fatal if left untreated since the infection rapidly progresses to meningoencephalitis. There is no vaccine but treatment is available.
Cholera
Information about cholera, an acute diarrheal illness caused by a bacteria found in food and water.
Schistosomiasis (Bilharzia)
Information about Schistosomiasis more commonly known as Bilharzia. A parasite common throughout Africa. The parasitic worms live in fresh water and can cause damage to the liver, intestines, lungs, and bladder.
Dengue Fever
Dengue fever is common throughout sub-Saharan Africa. Dengue is a viral disease transmitted by the Aedes mosquitoes. The Aedes mosquito prefers to feed during the daytime and is most prevalent in cities and towns. Symptoms include high fever, severe joint pain, rash, vomiting and diarrhea. There is no vaccine for Dengue Fever.