Nyamata Genocide Memorial: A Church Turned Symbol of Rwanda’s Pain and Resilience In the quiet town of Nyamata, 35 kilometers south of Kigali, a modest Catholic church has become a powerful symbol of one of the darkest moments in Rwanda’s…
Climbing Mount Muhabura: Rwanda’s Towering Volcano Trek Mount Muhabura hike. Mount Muhabura, also known as Mount Muhavura, stands as a towering sentinel at 4,127 meters above sea level. It’s the third-highest peak in the Virunga range and straddles the border…
Mount Gahinga Hike: Exploring Uganda’s Serene Volcano in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Mount Gahinga, standing at 3,474 meters (11,397 feet), is the smallest of the three Virunga volcanoes in Uganda’s Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. The name “Gahinga” means “a small…
Mount Sabyinyo Hike: A Triple Border Trek in Uganda’s Virunga Range Mount Sabyinyo hike. Sabyinyo rises to 3,669 meters and lies at the intersection of Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Its jagged, tooth-like summit gives it the…
Ultimate Rwanda Birding Guide: Top Spots, Species & Best Time to Go Rwanda birding guide. Rwanda, known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” offers one of Africa’s richest birding experiences. Despite its small size, Rwanda holds more than 700…
Hiking Mount Bisoke: A Volcano Trek to Rwanda’s Crater Lake Summit Mount Bisoke hike. Mount Bisoke, also called Visoke, is a dormant volcano that rises to 3,711 meters (12,175 feet). It stands within Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park and is part…
Types of Mountains in Uganda – Exploring the Country’s Majestic Ranges Types of Mountains in Uganda. Uganda, known as the “Pearl of Africa,” boasts a variety of mountain types that reflect its complex geology and natural beauty. From ancient volcanic…
Rwanda Self-Drive Safari Adventure—A Journey of Freedom and Discovery Driving yourself through Rwanda offers a rare and exciting way to explore the country. Often called the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” Rwanda’s compact size, well-maintained roads, and stunning natural beauty…
Nyandungu Eco-Park – Kigali’s Urban Green Escape In the heart of Kigali lies a transformed treasure—Nyandungu Eco-Park. Once a degraded wetland, the area is now a peaceful oasis where nature and city life meet. With its forests, walking trails, ponds,…
Conservation Boost as Kenya Government Rolls Out an Ultra-modern Rhino Tracking Platform Kenya rhino tracking. Kenya has taken a bold and innovative step in wildlife protection by launching an ultra-modern rhino tracking platform. This state-of-the-art system marks a major milestone…
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