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The Shrinking Sanctuary of the Wild & Where It Can Still Be Seen

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The reality is that many species of wildlife are becoming more endangered every year; there are less than 5500 black rhino in South Africa and just over 1000 mountain gorillas left in the world.

A safari is a truly soul-enriching experience, make sure you tick it off your bucket list before it’s too late. Here are some of the best places to see wonderful wildlife.

Best place to see the Big 5 – Greater Kruger National Park, South Africa

Lion, elephant, rhino, leopard and buffalo – catching a glimpse of these five iconic animals is sought after by tourists every year. The Greater Kruger National Park is a wildlife paradise where the Big 5 are able to thrive in their natural habitat.

There are many safari lodges in the famous Greater Kruger, but one of the most outstanding game lodges in South Africa that will give you an authentic, soul-enriching safari experience, is Pondoro Game Lodge.

Owing to its superior location in the Balule Nature Reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park, the award-winning lodge boasts private, luxury game drives for its guests – no more than eight people travel on the cruisers at a time.

Best place to see gorillas and monkeys – The Democratic Republic of Congo

The Democratic Republic of Congo is the premier destination for you to see gorillas, monkeys and other primates in their natural habitat. the Virunga National Park offers the best viewing of mountain gorillas in Africa.

You’ll be accompanied by experienced rangers who will take you on a journey through dense jungle. There is no guarantee that you will see the primates, but the rangers will use their unmatched experience to find them, and once you set eyes on them, you’ll realise that the journey was worth it. Witnessing a giant silverback gorilla relaxing in a shady alcove and mischievous chimps swinging through the trees, are sights that will never be forgotten. Ensure that you have your camera ready to capture these wonderful moments.

Best place to see migrations – Kenya and Botswana

Maasai Mara National Reserve is a wildlife haven located in south-west Kenya. It’s considered to be Africa’s most diverse eco-system. The reserve is renowned for the legendary Great migration of wildebeest. From late July/early-August, millions of wildebeest begin their long trek through the southern Serengeti.

Did you know that zebra is the national animal of Botswana? The zebra migration is the longest mammal migration in Africa. Every year hundreds of thousands of zebras make a 500 km round-trip from the Chobe River and its surrounds to the Nxai Pan (part of the famous Makgadikgadi Pans).

Best place to see birds – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

If you’re an avid bird watcher, the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is a must-experience destination. You’ll be privy to over 300 different species of birds, however only 102 species are resident. The park is famous for its birds of prey, with 46 species having been recorded, including red-necked falcon,  Black-chested snake eagle, Martial eagle and bateleur.

November to April is the best time to visit the park to see resident birds and migrant species. Happy bird watching.

Unique places to visit in Cairo to make your trip a great one

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Located along the River Nile near the delta, the capital of Egypt is about 165 km from the Mediterranean Sea. The largest city in Africa was founded in 969 AD and has been ruled by the Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt, Romans, Turks, French and more over the centuries. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the city’s most famous landmark. That structure occupies an area of 53,000 square meters and is 140 meters high. The Cairo’s Egyptian Museum also houses the world’s greatest display of ancient Egyptian artifacts, many of which are from the tomb of Tutankhamen. Its rumble with history doesn’t just end here as it is home to the oldest university in the world as well as of the largest mosques. Known as the city of 1,000 minarets for its Islamic architecture, Cairo seems to breathe in the past more than the present.

If you want to get into the city, the better way is through the Cairo international airport which allows both domestic and international flights. You can even book Cheap Dubai to Cairo flights, Cape Town to Cairo flights, Oman to Cairo flights, Melbourne to Cairo flights and more from a reliable ticket booking source.

When you land here, you will surely get to witness a lot of minarets, mosques and its famous citadel. But if you want to experience something different then this is the list for you:

  • Visit Abu Simbel: Built along the axis of the sun, the temple gets flooded with sunlight twice a year on February 22 and October 22. It illuminates Rameses himself. Only the fourth statue of Ptah, the mysterious creator-god which is left in shadow. Here’s a little-known fact: UNESCO’s World Heritage Convention was created actually to preserve Abu Simbel. You might want to mark those two dates down and plan your trip around it.
  • Visit the Lost City of Heracleion: Found in the Abu Qir Bay off the coast of Egypt, the underwater ruins had 64 ships, 700 anchors, and a treasure trove of gold coins, statues standing at 16 feet and a massive temple to the god Amun-Gereb. All these give a peek into what was a great port that controlled all the trade into Egypt city 2300 years ago. But no one is really sure how it ended up underwater. If you love architecture and lore of the past then this is the place to go to.
  • Ponder At The City Of The Dead: The cemetery Zawiyyet al-Mayyiteen is known as such since it is considered to be one of the world’s largest cemeteries. This huge necropolis is comprised of innumerable white conical domes which appear very similar to waves in the ocean. Each of the mausolea is topped with a dome. The place is just stunning at sunrise or sunset and it is highly recommended that you visit them. But remember that it is a working cemetery and so the proper decorum should be observed.

Cairo is a city which seems to be just progressively lost in various eras of time. But its beauty actually lies in that very fact. Visiting it feels like stepping into a time machine.

New Links Formed Between Nigeria and Israel

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Nigeria recently woke up to a shock announcement. Namely, their favorite pastor, Prophet TB Joshua, announced that he would leave the country to a new location in Israel. He revealed this during a Sunday church service, soon after returning from a personal pilgrimage to the Holy Land. While here, he met the mayors of Jordan Valley, Tiberias, and Jerusalem and they have offered him a venue from which to continue his services.

TB Joshua will be sad to leave his home country. However, since receiving his calling at a young age, he always knew that he would go wherever the Lord told him to go. When the mayors offered him the opportunity to take over a piece of land with suitable facilities near the Sea of Galilee, a very important spiritual site, he knew the Lord had acted again. Here, he will be able to provide his divine intervention while people complete their own pilgrimages to the Holy Land.

TB Joshua explained that, at the new facility, pilgrims will be able to come for healing and receive blessing and deliverance. After this, they will be given the opportunity to further solidify their faith by visiting the various holy sites there.

His followers in Nigeria have been upset by the news, but they are understanding. They know that the contributions the Prophet has made to their country and its economy have been huge, but that it is now time for them to find their own way. Thanks to his guidance, the country as a whole now has a more positive image, and it is up to the people to keep this going.

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The Prophet has been an inspiration to everybody. He came from such humble beginnings himself, and he has built his life around giving other people the deliverance and salvation they need. To ensure everyone is able to access his guidance, he also founded Emmanuel TV, which he will continue to run. This will give people in Nigeria the opportunity to continue to experience his sermons, albeit not in person.

For TB Joshua, the Lord has told him to travel to the Holy Land, and he has listened. He knows God works in mysterious ways and it is not for him to question. However, he believes that the move will give more people the opportunity to find spirituality, as they will be more likely to complete pilgrimage themselves. Joshua will always show love, regardless of the adversity he faces, something that is also in his African nature. He faces any challenge head on, knowing that things will be better once he completes it.

Indeed, it is this positive attitude and dedication to the Lord’s word, that attracted the Israeli officials. They have observed the Prophet and his SCOAN church for many years, and seized the opportunity to speak to him when they found he was on pilgrimage in their country. They feel that, together, they will be able to attract far greater followers to the Lord and find salvation.