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26May

By Ahmed RagabNo Comments

African News

Culture Transformation Is The Organization’s Secret Agent

Alike James Bond’s character, the fictional British Secret Service agent created in 1953 by writer Ian Fleming, I can see the culture transformation is your organization’s secret agent. Read the below lines to see the complete match. If you are an HR professional or mobilization consultant (AKA recruiter) in one of the secret agencies, the following duties can be used to describe the Secret Agent’s Job Profile (compared to corporate culture as a corporate agent): Interestingly, you can find many commonalities either as a profile or as features/needed skills. “Culture transformation is the real secret agent to boost your organizational performance “ Four Key elements to adapt culture transformation program The four key elements to adopt culture transformation program...

19May

By Unathi Sonwabile HenamaNo Comments

Africa Travel, African News, South Africa News

Tourism an apex industry

The Tourism Indaba is the premier travel exhibition show on the African continent, hosted in the Indian Ocean city of Durban. The tourism industry has gained political mileage with the introduction of the visa regulations last year on the 01 June, which were later revised after intense lobbying by the tourism industry. The voice of tourism then was compelling and it captured national attention and led to a national discourse. The Tourism Indaba occurs just a few weeks after the Minister of Sports had revoked government support for sporting codes such as Athletics, Rugby, Cricket and Netball for hosting events in South Africa because of the low pace of transformation. Tourism will be the biggest loser as sports tourism is big business, and South Africa has successful hosted major sporting...

18Apr

By Africa BusinessNo Comments

Africa Travel, African News, Kenya News

The Grand Opening of the first Golden Tulip in Kenya strengthens Louvre Hotels Group’s development strategy in Africa

Louvre Hotels Group, number one hotel group in East Africa, inaugurated its first hotel in Nairobi, pursuing its creation of a network covering all sub-Saharan African metropolitan areas. Already present in 8 sub-Saharan African countries, with 13 hotels comprising a total of 2,020 rooms under its Tulip Inn, Golden Tulip and Royal Tulip brands, Louvre Hotels Group continues its growth strategy by establishing itself on the Kenyan market. The 4-star Golden Tulip Westlands Nairobi hotel which has just opened its doors counts 94 rooms and offers a multitude of high-end services including several fine dining Restaurants, Gym and Swimming pool as well as Conference Rooms for business travellers. “The tourism sector, especially business tourism, is experiencing strong growth in this regi...

30Mar

By Eden SahleNo Comments

Africa Travel, African News, Ethiopia News

The Warmest Hospitable Town Gambela

Situated 844 kilometers west of Addis Ababa hiking in Gambela is one of the biggest trophies you can have on your travel wall of fame. Gambela is one of Ethiopia's underrated cities. Tourism is still fairly minimal in this town, but there's so much to discover. If you get off the beaten path and visit the road less travelled in the warmest Gambela, you surely won't be let down observing its authenticity, exclusive culture and sightseeing that will leave you in awe. It has fascinating tropical air, friendly locals, and untouched wilderness, some of the world's best hiking trails, fresh produce and so much more plenty of places to explore. If there's one place you simply must visit in Ethiopia, it's Gambela. If there's one travel experience that trumps them all, it's this one. Gambela is ...

30Mar

By Eden SahleNo Comments

Africa Travel, African News, Ethiopia News

Aspiration to Make Ethiopia Top Five Destination in Africa

Tourism is a booming industry in developing countries with ever increasing market share that account for two-thirds of globally sought destinations. In Ethiopia only, the industry generates $2.9 billion annually creating close to a million jobs covering 4.5% of the GDP. Travel & Tourism is an important economic activity in most countries around the world. To take its share on this lucrative industry, Ethiopia has taken an initiative to develop the tourism sector. Leisure is the principal driver of demand in Ethiopia due to its rich culture and history. The tourist flow has also been growing over the years. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MoCT) rolled out the road map to triple number of tourists to more than 2.5 million by 2020. This would make Ethiopia one of the top five touris...

7Mar

By Eden SahleNo Comments

African News, Ethiopia News

Merkato the Biggest Market of Africa

Merkato the adventurous open-air market situated on the capital city at Addis ketema district is the perfect stop for unique shopping day and sampling traditional spices. At Menalesh Tera, visitors have the chance to purchase exotic ingredients like sport cars spare parts, housing items and clothing's at cheaper costs than the actual prices. Jovago Africa's leading online hotel booking company takes you inside this stunning marketplace. Merkato adopted from Italian word means giant market. The market covers several square kilometers employing countless people in 7,100 business entities. There are over 150 stores and four massive shopping centers with 75 stores. It was established as a marketplace during the Italian occupation of Ethiopia. It used to be known by the name Merkato Indigino (...

3Mar

By Eden SahleNo Comments

Africa Travel, African News, Ethiopia News

Former Castle Museum in the Capital of Ethiopia

It's not hyperbole to say that Ethiopia is home to many of ancient and best museums in the world. Among those the beautiful Haile Selassie's former palace tops the list. It's the first university museum of the country. The history of this museum takes back to the early days of 1950. From the glamorous graders to fountains of the now Addis Ababa University's main campus is the fascinating royal museum. A time at this finest museums in Africa will take your breath away. It used to be known by the name, Genete Leul Palace meaning "the Prince's paradise" Haile Selassie's former palace museum's beautifully opulent interiors are the most lavish mansions surrounding the university. The building was once the palace and it remains a showcase for Ethiopia's and the emperor's spectacular artefact...

13Feb

By Eden SahleNo Comments

Africa Travel, African News, Ethiopia News

The Stunning Landscape of Sheka Forest

Listed among UNESCO's registered biosphere reserves, the unique landscape of Sheka Forest covers 238,750 hectares of forest. This southwest highland forest portrays spectacular natural phenomena being the only remaining tropical forest in Ethiopia. Jovago.com Africa's leading online hotel booking company visited the place highlighting magnificent features of this refreshing destination. The experiences taken from this extraordinary escaped and the community life style will leave you with life time treasured memory. As you step foot into the greener forest, the rush of fresh air fills your lungs. Your senses perk up and you become aware of the surrounding giant trees. Sheka has extensive forests, rolling hills and ridges. The land is covered by thick forests and terrain. The Sheka Forest...

10Feb

By Eden SahleNo Comments

Africa Travel, African News, Ethiopia News

Sights and Bites in Addis Ababa

Your budget travel plan will comfortably get you pretty far to Addis Ababa with adventures indoor and outdoor adventures. A land of history and unique natural sites are just the tip of the iceberg. There is so much more to this beautiful country and its capital city is no exception. It's known for beautiful ancient monasteries, lavish palaces and luxurious hotels where you basically float down a wide heated pools and stop at tons of bars and restaurants along the way. Start with the famous Haile Selassie's former palace now main campus of Addis Ababa University which is surrounded by beautiful gardens, fountain and one of the best historical museum in Africa. Even if you're not a museum enthusiast, this royal collection gallery is worth your time. Inside there are so many artefacts and ha...

19Jan

By Eden SahleNo Comments

Africa Travel, African News, Ethiopia News

Timket Ethiopian Exclusive Carnival

Special to Ethiopia, this colorful three-day annual carnival, Timket is celebrated on the 21st of January to commemorate Christ's baptism. The celebration dates back to the 16th century and involves laying long red carpet on streets, worshiping, feasting and procession. During this religious festival, the streets are filled with pilgrims who come to re-enact the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River and take a dip in the holy waters. The celebration is also a time when people meet their future significant other. Jovago, Africa's leading online hotel booking company brings you to this not-to-be-missed spectacular festival. Celebration begins on the 19th of January which is known as Ketera meaning eve of Timket. On this day the Tabots, a model of the Ark of the Covenant, is carried by a c...