Afrikaans, South Africa’s third most widely spoken home language, evolved as the mother tongue of Afrikaners and most Cape Coloureds.Afrikaners. Total population c. 2.8–3.5 million Regions with significant populations South Africa 2,710,461 (2011) Namibia 92,400 (2003) Where did Afrikaners settle in South Africa? the CapeAfrikaners predominantly stem from Dutch, French and German immigrants who settled […]

The 100 trillion Zimbabwean dollar banknote (1014 dollars), equal to 1027 pre-2006 dollars. How much is a Zimbabwe dollar worth? Convert Zimbabwean Dollar to US Dollar ZWD USD 1 ZWD 0.00276319 USD 5 ZWD 0.013816 USD 10 ZWD 0.0276319 USD 25 ZWD 0.0690799 USD Are Zimbabwe banknotes worth anything? Zimbabwe’s central bank allowed its citizens […]

9 trillion in 2019, Kenya’s economy is bigger than that of all the countries in the East and Central Africa.Ethiopia is the second largest economy with an estimated GDP of Sh9. 1 trillion as of 2019, having been overtaken by Kenya in 2017. Which country is rich between Kenya and Ethiopia? List of African countries […]

1. Housing: According to Expatistan, a website that compiles information provided by expatriates, rent for a furnished 900 square-foot apartment in Cairo costs E£ 5,700 ($319) in what is categorized as an expensive area. The same accommodations in a normal area go for about E£ 3,005 ($165) a month. Is Egypt expensive to live in? […]

Ugandan passport Single entry 390,000 One year multi-entry 1,170,000 Foreign passport Single entry 140,000 Half year double entry 210,000 Half year multi-entry 280,000 How much does a visa to China cost? China visa fees vary enormously according to your nationality, the number of entries required, the country you are applying in, and whether you want […]

As is common almost the world over, tipping in Botswana is always voluntary, and should depend on the quality of service received. It’s never compulsory, but we’d encourage visitors to tip to appreciate good service, while remaining mindful of the impact of this on the community. How much do you tip in Botswana? Tipping practice […]

We present to you the top cultural events you wouldn’t want to miss in Kenya; Lamu Cultural Festival. Lake Turkana Festival. Mombasa Carnival. International Camel Derby Festival. Maulidi Festival. Safari Rally. What are examples of cultural activities? Examples of cultural activities include: Volunteering in the local community. Visiting a museum or historic site. Gathering with […]

History of Uganda (1963–1971) Sovereign State of Uganda (1963–1967) Republic of Uganda (1967–1971) Government Federal parliamentary elective constitutional monarchy (1963-1966) Parliamentary constitutional republic under a dictatorship (1966-1971) President • 1963–1966 Edward Mutesa II • 1966–1971 Milton Obote WHO declared Uganda a republic? Early independent Uganda (1962–71) Benedicto Kiwanuka of the Democratic Party became the first […]

Citizens who need to travel from Uganda to Nigeria will be required to have a valid visa to enter the country. To do so, be sure to apply for a pre-arrival visa. Many people believe the only way to do that is by going to a consulate or embassy. But, did you know that you […]

British occupation lasted until 1954, with the Anglo-Egyptian agreement of 1954. The modern Republic of Egypt was founded in 1953, and with the complete withdrawal of British forces from the Suez Canal in 1956, it marked the first time in 2500 years that Egypt was both fully independent and ruled by native Egyptians. What country […]

The Five Warring Tribes Of South Africa. SOUTH AFRICA is one of nature’s fortunate areas, a most beautiful land blessed with everything except adequate water. How many tribes are there in South Africa? The black population of South Africa is divided into four major ethnic groups; namely Nguni (Zulu, Xhosa, Ndebele and Swazi), Sotho, Shangaan-Tsonga […]

Prohibited Items: What You Can’t Take into Kenya Illegal drugs. Guns, explosives, and ammunition – unless you have a relevant written permit. Knives and hunting weapons. Hazardous materials. Meat and meat products. Plants and plant products – unless you have a relevant written permit. Soil. Counterfeit money and goods. Can you take food to Kenya? […]

Traditional African vegetables in Kenya: production, marketing and utilization Local name (Luhya) English Botanical name Lisebebe pumpkin leaves Cucurbita sp. Lisutsa black nightshade Solanum nigrum Miro sunnhemp Crotalaria brevidens Murere jute plant Corchorus olitorius What vegetables are grown in Kenya? The major vegetables produced in Kenya are: Irish Potatoes, tomatoes, cabbages, snow peas, kales, spinach, […]

1891. German colonists entered the area in the 1880s, and in 1891 the Germans declared the region a protectorate as part of German East Africa. During World War I, Britain captured the German holdings, which became a British mandate (1920) under the name Tanganyika Territory. When did colonialism start in Tanzania? Tanganyika was colonized first […]

Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital. Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital is a hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa, it is the largest hospital in Africa and third largest hospital in the world. Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital Beds 3,400 History Former name(s) Imperial Military Hospital, Baragwanath Opened 1942 Which is the best hospital in Africa? Kenya Medical Research InstituteBy […]