One of the many things Africa is really good at is creating entrepreneurs – everyday individuals who decide to start up their own businesses, and succeed. As we said in 5 things you didn’t know about Africa (http://www.africabild.com/5-things-you-didnt-know-about-africa/), Africa has plenty of technology – the second fastest-growing economy on the planet, in fact! African countries use cell phones in far more sophisticated ways than many first world countries, which means they’re developing technology to match their usage. Here are three [...]

With so many cultures and ethnic groups in modern Africa, it can be hard to keep the rules straight. That said, there are a few basics you can apply to Africa as a whole to keep yourself from accidentally causing offense. Don’t: Gawk at the locals. The Tuareg wear colorful robes and the Maasai stretch their earlobes, but that doesn’t make them animals at the zoo. If you’d like a picture, or to ask them something about their wardrobe, pose [...]

It’s a place just full of surprises, so here are five that may have slipped past your radar. 5: The Sahara Desert is expanding. The process is called desertification, or the way the local soil is losing moisture and turning into desert. The Sahara grows bigger by almost fifty miles a year. 4: Lemurs! You know those frisky, bug-eyed monkeys you can only find in certain zoos? They’re all different types of lemurs, and their scarcity is because they’re native only to Madagascar. Once upon a [...]

There’s no single type of African cooking, not with the thousands of diverse, divergent groups who call it home. There are, however, certain dishes that have become a staple of modern African cuisine. Here are just a few. Fufu: Popular in West Africa, this finger food is consumed by dipping starchy vegetables, like yams, into an accompanying soup or sauce. Ugali: The East African offshoot of fufu, ugali is made with cornmeal instead. You pack or roll it into a doughy ball [...]

With so many countries to choose from, how can you decide on the right African adventure for you? Do you want to see the highest mountains or the deepest aquariums? The grandest museums or the silliest monkeys? Here are a few things to consider when planning your holiday to Africa: Destination. Africa is the second largest continent in the world, so you need to have at least a rough idea (North, South, East, West) of where you’d like to go and [...]

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word Africa? Elephants? Jungles? Safaris? The truth is that Africa is much more than popular culture would lead you to believe. Not only is it a brilliant, breathtaking example of nature at its fiercest and most beautiful, but it’s also a place of great history and culture. With more than fifty countries, hundreds of languages and three times the number of ethnic groups, the culture of Africa is as diverse as it [...]

Don’t jump into the RV just yet! Before you go, make sure you have everything you need to enjoy a great holiday in Africa. CHECKLIST: *Sunscreen. Lots of it! *Swiss Army knife. It’s allowed in checked baggage for most flights and you never know when it might come in handy. *Long sleeves. Depending on your location, African nights can get quite chilly. You might also come to appreciate the added protection from bug bites. *Ponchos. Cheap ones are fine; fancy [...]

Lions and leopards and lemurs, oh my! We’ve already covered a few animals in 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Africa, but the safari, of course, is the height of African tourism everywhere. If you’re looking for an unforgettable glimpse of African wildlife in their natural habitat, here are five safaris worth the price of admission. 5: Wildebeest Migration Every year hundreds of zebras and wildebeest migrate across the eastern side of Africa. Even lions get in on the experience, trailing [...]

Not sure where to begin while planning your holiday to Africa? Take a gander at five of the most popular tourist attractions and see if they inspire you, too. 5: Mount Kilimanjaro The highest mountain in Africa, Kilimanjaro stands a whopping 19,330ft above sea level, making it a prime spot for observing both the sky and the plains of Africa in all their natural glory. 4: Giza Pyramids They’re one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and when you see them [...]

Your bags are packed and your tickets are fresh from the printer, but what about when you step off the plane? Are you prepared for what comes next? Here are a few things to keep in mind when making your way across Africa. Always have an emergency number. Whether you’re exploring the cities or going on a remote safari, make sure you always have at least one number to call in case something goes wrong. It could be a park manager, [...]