Echoes of Afrika

10/09/2025

Africa just made history! Ethiopia 🇪🇹 has unveiled the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam — the continent’s largest hydro project — built with zero foreign loans .

Powered by 25,000–30,000 Ethiopian workers, 14 years of effort, and $5B raised at home, the dam now generates 5,150 MW , placing it among the world’s top 20. Beyond electricity for millions, it’s a symbol of pride and independence — or as PM Abiy Ahmed put it:

“We built the dam to prosper, to electrify the region, to change the history of Black people.”

25/08/2025

Japan has launched a bold migration experiment: creating official “African hometowns” within its borders. 🇯🇵🌍

With dedicated hubs for Nigerians, Tanzanians, Ghanaians, and Mozambicans, the initiative addresses Japan’s shrinking population while deepening ties with Africa.

What does this mean for global labor mobility, cultural exchange, and Africa–Asia relations?

Japan invites Africa immigrants with a bold new visa plan, creating official African hometowns in Japan and reshaping migration and global ties.

22/02/2017

7 Historical attractions you must visit today! http://bit.ly/2kUpCg5

21/02/2017

Heading to ? 5 types of Mombasa to choose for your next 😀 🏖 http://bit.ly/2kH0cHy

24/08/2016

An explosion of culture at 2016 Mombasa International Cultural Festival http://bit.ly/2bFb1EU

Like last year, 2016 Mombasa International Cultural Festival was the place to be. This annual festival that takes place every August in the city brings together different cultures from around Kenya, regionally as well as internationally. The four day event which is always eagerly awaited by both...

10/04/2016

Mombasa emerges the winner as Africa's Leading Destination at just concluded World Travel Awards. Kudos. http://goo.gl/5aS9LC

07/12/2015

This festive season visit Kilifi's beautiful Bofa beach and enjoy breathtaking ocean views. http://bit.ly/1NdR8gk

Kenyan beaches are well known and recognized for their alluring beauty and charm. Aside from nice Mombasa and South Coast beaches, North Coast beaches are amazing. Kilifi Town located approximately 60km north of Mombasa is a small but incredibly beautiful, laid back and fast growing town especially…

30/10/2015

Exclusive photos of Fort Jesus Mombasa

The indoor Fort Jesus museum holds carries a lot of history. Its the perfect spot to understand how ancient communities lived.

23/10/2015

Fort Jesus holds the secrets to the history of Mombasa. Visit this ancient structure with a deep rooted history.

Fort Jesus Mombasa is a popular UNESCO World Heritage historical site in Mombasa with a rich history of Mombasa.

15/10/2015

Do you want to get more information about Mombasa, Coast, Kenya and the global tourism and travel industry? Make your way to Leisure Lodge Diani 15-17th October 2015. Take this opportunity to get good Mombasa holiday offers :)

The annual Kenya Travel Expo 2015 Edition set to take place in Diani from 15-17 October 2015.