Hope for the future

Power of nature

“A man sits on a bench considering his woeful burden.

Forgotten caldera

Driving through the undulating emerald landscape of

THE WILD WEST

Carrie Hampton travels the length of South Africa’s west coast, revealing the lives of the quirky locals, the hidden treasures and all the best places to visit in this barren but wonderful part of the country.

STORYTELLERS

“For all the wonderful wildlife around Mara North Conservancy

Up in the air

Shy, solitary, largely nocturnal, leopards are the

The highest heights

Africa’s landscapes and ecosystems are extraordinarily

Chyulu Hills, Kenya

“This quintessential African landscape of acaciaclad

In full bloom

Sunset orange, alizarin crimson, rich magenta, pure

10 BREATHTAKING BEACHES

Everyone knows about Africa’s diverse wildlife and dramatic landscapes, but fewer people know about its islands and pristine coastlines. Jasreen Mayal Khanna reveals her list of the best spots to soak up the sun

Little Lagos

Ben West goes to Peckham, in South London, to discover more about the way of life of the Nigerian Yoruba community that resides there

TIME FOR A CUPPA

In Grahamstown, South Africa, you can meet people that change your life for the better. These people are called baristas. Khinali Bagwandeen reports

Back to the drawing board

At this year’s We Are Africa Conservation Lab, some of the world’s top environmentalists, tour operators and journalists came together to find solutions for some of nature’s biggest challenges. Graham Boynton reports

Jewellery with legacy

HANDMADE IN AFRICA Inspired by her childhood in the

Green and glorious

Jarred Manasse reveals why Botswana in its emerald season is the place to be

The Eastern Cape’s hidden gem

Trystan Viaene tells us about the quiet charm and rustic appeal of Bedford, South Africa

Featured book Fatima Meer: Memories of Love and Struggle

“As long as we have persons of her calibre, South Africa

5 Favourite reads

Written by a leading authority on observing and understanding

Spots and fangs

Our planet is home to a variety of iconic predators but few can match the stealth and beauty of the leopard. Wildlife photographer Greg du Toit made it his mission to capture one of Africa’s shyest big cats on camera

Times are a-changin'

Tony Park encountered members of the Himba tribe on a rafting adventure along the Kunene River. Here, he reflects on these people’s way of life, survival skills, beliefs and how they are coping in a modern world

Exploring an upland Eden

Following a trip to Madikwe Game Reserve and the Waterberg Biosphere, Justin Fox reveals why we should travel to this remote, northern part of South Africa

Making an impact

In the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development, Carrie Hampton has a look at how to give back when you travel to this southern African country, and how to ensure that your funds are going into the right hands

The wheels deal

Mike Unwin takes his family on a road trip in Zimbabwe. Starting at Victoria Falls, he travels south through Hwange National Park to Bulawayo, explores the otherworldly Matobo Hills, then continues east to the ruins of Great Zimbabwe, and ends his journey in Harare

Captivated by Kafue

This extraordinary national park’s raw and diverse landscapes make it geographically enthralling. Morgan Trimble examines its natural history, ecology and wildlife, as well as revealing plenty of useful tips from the experts to help you plan your next trip

Time for a cuppa

Nick Redmayne travels to Satemwa Tea Estate in the Shire Highlands to learn about the production of tea and coffee in Malawi and to taste the results

Hot as hell

The Danakil Depression is a region of harsh beauty and ancient cultures — where volcanoes and crystals create a searing landscape like no other. Words and photographs by Dale R Morris

How to be a guide

Sue Watt spends a week with the team at Alex Walker’s Serian in Mara North Conservancy as part of their annual Pyramids of Life refresher course. She learns about animal behaviour and what it takes to be a guide

Beat about the bush

Laura Griffith-Jones sets out on a thrilling walking safari in the beautiful, underrated Tarangire National Park, coming face to face with elephant on foot and fly-camping under the stars

Behind Budongo

Emma Gregg examines the ecosystem and conservation projects of this biodiverse forest reserve, one of Africa’s best places to track chimpanzees. She also discusses the work of Professor Vernon Reynolds, founder of the Budongo Conservation Field Station

Up close and personal

The chimpanzee may be our nearest relative but there is still much we don’t know about this intriguing ape. Mike Unwin takes a look

Fit for purpose

Chimpanzees have evolved a number of special adaptations for a lifestyle that combines strength, agility and social cooperation

Marrakech's creative revolution

Sarah Gilbert meets some of the new wave of artists and designers that is reinventing Marrakech’s artisanal heritage and checks out the coolest creative hubs in the Medina and beyond

No more ivory towers

Understanding and protecting our natural heritage

A wild life

More of Africa’s top guides share their love for the bush

Turning to Tsavo

With the western part of an ecosystem in Kenya now secure, AWF works to protect the elephants wandering to the eastern end. Micaela Samodelov reports

Kanana, Botswana

This Ker & Downey camp lies on the Xudum River

Gorongosa rebirth

In 2016, a comprehensive aerial survey of Gorongosa

Ask the trade

Your questions answered by those who really know

The inside track on... Senegal

Politically stable, not quite six hours by air from

Parting shot

“With a good seven hours’ drive ahead of us, we discovered

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