An interview with historian and journalist Martin Meredith whose book, The Fortunes of Africa: A 5000-Year History of Wealth, Greed and Endeavour is a sweeping, magisterial and eloquently detailed account of the continent’s history.
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On the campaign trail with Mmusi Maimane
In the run-up to South Africa’s 2014 general elections, I joined Mmusi Maimane — then the Democratic Alliance’s Gauteng premier candidate — for a morning on the campaign trail. Five years later it still offers clues about the head of the official opposition.
Walking the Camino: a reinvigorating retreat-in-motion
Walking the Portuguese Camino, from Porto to Santiago de Compostela, is an opportunity for reflection and rejuvenation.
Lisbon: an exquisite art adventure
Lisbon has so much to offer, including bountiful art, gorgeous food and beautiful design.
Learning to let go: discovering the zen of surfing
A few life lessons discovered while on (and falling off) a surfboard in Indonesia.
Unwind as time slows down at Pel’s Post in Pafuri
The newest and most exclusive lodge in northern Kruger National Park is a bush-lover’s paradise
Eswatini budgets for change
Eswatini’s new finance minister is trying to put the country on a new economic path. He may meet resistance along the way.
Gay rights in Africa: “one step forwards, one step back”
Though there are signs of progress towards tolerance, life for sexual minority groups in many African states remains legally and socially difficult — and downright dangerous in some regions.
Porto — where the hordes are smaller and the delights are huge
From grand architecture, melodious symphonies to drool-worthy cuisine, this compact Portuguese city has it all.
Summertime in Berlin on two wheels
Cycling offers an ideal way to explore the city where the Wall provides a constant reminder of history and the surprisingly warm lakes refreshment after a sweaty workout.
Alexander Matthews 