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NEW MARINE RESERVE IN ZANZIBAR ➡️ Bawe Island by THE COCOON COLLECTION, in partnership with the Zanzibar government, has established a new marine reserve to protect the island’s coral reefs and rich biodiversity for future generations. This protected zone spans the entire coast of Bawe Island, ensuring that marine life can thrive undisturbed. ➡️ The initiative prohibits fishing within the designated area, allowing coral reefs to regenerate and restoring the natural balance of the ecosystem. ➡️ To support the local fishing community, modern housing with private boat docks is being built, enabling fishermen to operate sustainably in authorized offshore areas. ➡️ Bawe Island is also home to Zanzibar’s largest solar plant and features advanced desalination and wastewater recycling systems. ➡️ Located just 15 minutes from Stone Town, Bawe Island offers 70 luxury villas where guests can experience the island’s pristine beauty. Visitors can also explore nearby cultural and natural treasures like Jozani Forest, Stone Town, and spice tours. #voice4africa #zanzibar #marineconservation #sustainabletourism #africa Photo Credit: Getty Images

AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK PREDICTS STRONGER GROWTH FOR AFRICA IN 2025 ➡️ The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) projects Africa’s economy to grow by 4.1% in 2025, up from 3.2% in 2024. ➡️ This positive outlook is driven by economic reforms, easing inflation, and improved debt management across multiple nations. #Rwanda, #Senegal, and #Uganda are set to expand by over 7% ➡️ The AfDB’s forecast aligns with The World Bank projections, which anticipate 4.2% growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. Notably, 12 of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies in 2025 will be in Africa. ➡️ As Africa continues its economic momentum, the focus on sustainable growth, investment, and innovation remains key. 🌍 Tourism can play a major role in driving this growth by creating jobs, attracting investment, and preserving cultural and natural heritage. #voice4africa #economicgrowth #africa #sustainabletourism ReThinking Africa Photo Credit: pixabay, Saint Louis/Senegal

KAFUE NATIONAL PARK IS THRIVING! ➡️ Zambia’s Kafue National Park is fast becoming a premier eco-tourism destination, with tourist revenue up 25% and visitor numbers soaring 42% in 2024. ➡️ Thanks to a strong co-management agreement between the Zambian government and African Parks Network, the park achieved record numbers: ⏺️ $1.828 million in revenue ⏺️ 23,828 visitors exploring its vast wilderness ➡️ But the success goes beyond tourism: Community engagement is at the heart of Kafue’s transformation. African Parks has signed 15 memoranda of understanding with local community resource boards, ensuring better communication, engagement, and a shared vision for conservation. ➡️ Through initiatives in education, skills training, clean water, healthcare, and sustainable livelihoods, local communities are playing a key role in Kafue’s future. ➡️ Coupled with enhanced protection of the park’s biodiversity—home to 158 mammal species and over 500 bird species—these efforts are paving the way for sustainable tourism growth and infrastructure development. #voice4africa #zambia #ecotourism #sustainability #conservation Emmeline Heß Photo Credit: Getty Images

ETHIOPIA UNVEILS BOLD PLAN TO TRANSFORM ADDIS ABABA ➡️ Addis Ababa is set for a major urban transformation! The Ethiopian government has launched the second-phase corridor development project, spanning 2,879 hectares to reshape the city’s infrastructure and public spaces. Key highlights of this ambitious plan include: ✅ 477 km of new roads (240 km asphalt + 237 km pedestrian walkways)  ✅ Over 200 public parks & recreational areas  ✅ 58 electric vehicle charging stations  ✅ More than 100 km of dedicated bike lanes  ✅ 17 sports centers to promote active lifestyles This initiative is a game-changer—modernizing transport networks, enhancing sustainability, and making Addis Ababa a model #smartcity. ➡️ For residents and visitors alike, these developments will create a more vibrant, accessible, and attractive urban environment—making travel and tourism in the city even more appealing! #voice4africa #addisababa #ethiopia #greencity #tourism #africa

TRAVELERS ARE SEEKING MORE MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES — AFRICAN DESTINATIONS OFFER THEM! ➡️ Today’s travelers want more than just sightseeing; they crave immersive, sustainable, and culturally rich experiences that make a real impact. African destinations are perfectly positioned to meet this demand. ➡️ One inspiring example is Justice Tourism Foundation (JTF) in Uganda, a grassroots, award-winning initiative that transforms travel into a force for social justice, sustainability, and community empowerment. ➡️ Their approach to slow, immersive travel connects visitors with indigenous communities, directly supporting local economies and fostering genuine cross-cultural exchange. ➡️ JTF’s model aligns with multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, from education and gender equality to environmental conservation and human rights. ➡️ By prioritizing locally owned businesses, community-driven experiences, and meaningful connections, they prove that tourism can be both ethical and equitable—benefiting travelers and host communities alike. Are you ready to travel with purpose? Find out more about Justice Tourism Foundation here: https://lnkd.in/ev6QP-9Y #voice4africa #uganda #slowtravel #communitybasedtourism #africa James Nadiope 🇺🇬 Photo Credit: (1-3)Justice Tourism Foundation (4)Dixon Newman_unsplash

Voice4Africa IN SWISS TRAVEL TRADE MAGAZINE TRAVEL INSIDE🌍 A big thank you to Travel Inside for featuring Voice4Africa in their latest article, where our CEO Hanna Kleber highlights the immense potential of African tourism! ➡️ With 74 million visitors in 2024 — a 7% increase from pre-pandemic 2019 — Africa’s tourism sector is thriving. North Africa alone saw an incredible 22% growth, proving that the industry is not just recovering but flourishing. ➡️ Tourism is more than just travel—it’s a key driver of jobs and economic opportunities, especially in remote areas. Approximately, every five tourists create one job, benefiting local guides, artisans, hospitality workers, and entire communities. ➡️ At Voice4Africa, we are dedicated to promoting Africa with its diverse destinations and tourism offerings in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and supporting sustainable tourism growth! Read full Travel Inside article here (in German): https://lnkd.in/ekfErfFH #Voice4Africa #tourism #travel #africa Julia Kleber ReThinking Africa

COMMUNITY CONSERVANCIES: AFRICA`S FUTURE OF WILDLIFE & TOURISM CONSERVATION? ➡️ Across Africa, community-led conservancies are redefining conservation by placing local communities at the heart of protecting nature. ➡️ Instead of relying solely on national parks, farmers and herders manage millions of hectares - often harboring more wildlife than traditional protected areas. ➡️ Why is this model so impactful? ✅ Thriving wildlife: In Kenya, Nashulai Maasai Conservancy has doubled wildlife populations. ✅ Sustainable tourism: Eco-lodges, guided safaris, and cultural tourism generate income for local communities. ✅ Reduced human-wildlife conflict: Livelihoods and conservation efforts go hand in hand. ✅ Economic empowerment: Jobs in hospitality, guiding, and conservation provide direct benefits. ✅ A holistic approach: Unlike "fortress conservation," which displaced indigenous communities, conservancies actively involve them in decision-making and revenue-sharing. Do you know of any other community conservancies setting new standards in conservation? Share your thoughts below 👇 #voice4africa #conservation #sustainabletourism #africa Photo Credit: Kenya Tourism Board

INNOVATION IS TRANSFORMING AFRICA`S TOURISM INDUSTRY 🌍 Africa’s tourism sector is not just growing—it’s evolving with cutting-edge innovation! A Nairobi-based venture studio, Purple Elephant Ventures (PEV), has secured $4.5 million in seed financing to build a pioneering travel tech ecosystem in Africa. ➡️ Since its launch, PEV has founded five tech-driven startups in Kenya, each addressing key industry needs: ✅ Nomad Africa – A travel and publishing agency, showcasing Africa’s diverse tourism experiences. ✅ Zafari Africa – An online booking platform making African travel seamless and accessible. ✅ PowerTrip – Providing energy-efficient solutions to enhance sustainability in hospitality. ✅ Kijani Supplies – Supplying eco-friendly hospitality products, driving sustainable tourism practices. ✅ Join Africa – A conservation monitoring platform, ensuring tourism supports biodiversity and local ecosystems. These innovative initiatives highlight the huge potential of travel tech and sustainable solutions in shaping the future of Africa’s tourism industry. As digitalization and sustainability become key drivers of growth, ventures like PEV are setting the stage for a smarter, greener, and more inclusive tourism sector.👏 Read more in this article: https://lnkd.in/ehFSKAED #voice4africa #travel #startups #innovation #africa Photo Credit: Kenya Tourism Board / Jeffrey Wu

GERMAN TRAVEL TRENDS 2025 - OPPORTUNITIES FOR AFRICAN DESTINATIONS ➡️ The latest REISEANALYSE reveals that German travelers in 2025 are rediscovering their love for exploration, with Mediterranean getaways and long-haul journeys leading the way. ➡️ Opportunities for African destinations: ⏺️ Long-haul travel grew by +10% last year, and another +8% growth is projected for 2025. ⏺️ German travelers seek meaningful, immersive experiences that leave a positive impact on the destinations they visit. ➡️ African destinations, with their rich cultures, stunning natural beauty, and focus on sustainable tourism, are perfectly positioned to meet this demand:  From wildlife safaris to community-based tourism, Africa offers transformative journeys that resonate with today’s conscious travelers. How do you promote your travel offerings to the German-speaking markets? #Voice4Africa #TravelTrends2025 #LongHaulTravel #Africa Photo Credit: Zambia Tourism

🌍 VOICE4AFRICA @ FITUR WOMEN: DRIVING TOURISM INVESTMENT AND EMPOWERING WOMEN FOR COMMUNITY IMPACT 🌍 We at Voice4Africa by KLEBER GROUP were honored to take part in the Women Leading Tourism (WTL) panel discussion at FITUR Woman yesterday. ➡️ During this important event, our CEO, Julia Kleber, shared insights on the powerful role of tourism investment in shaping Africa’s future and how branding and communication play a key role in attracting international attention and funding to the continent. ➡️ She emphasized how tourism development can directly support local community growth. Women, in particular, play a critical role in this process, as studies show they reinvest up to 90% of their income back into their communities. ➡️ By empowering women through tourism, the sector becomes a driving force for sustainable development, creating jobs, improving education, and fostering long-term resilience in local economies. Women Leading Tourism (WTL) is a forward-thinking collective of female leaders in the travel and tourism industry, working to: ⏺️ Elevate women’s leadership in tourism. ⏺️ Drive impactful, community-centered development. ⏺️ Promote inclusivity and sustainability in the global tourism landscape. A heartfelt thank you to Maribel Rodriguez, President of WLT, for organizing this meaningful event. At Voice4Africa, we remain committed to leveraging the power of tourism to build stronger communities, empower women, and elevate Africa’s global presence as a hub of sustainable and inclusive destinations. #voice4africa #fitur #womenempowerment #tourism #africa Hanna Kleber Mulemwa Moongwa CMM CED HMCC Cecile Sombo-dibele Nikolina Angelkova ReThinking Africa