Nomad Africa Edition 13
This edition of the magazine presents us with an opportunity to deeply look into faith-based tourism and churches across the continent of Africa. Reports of pastors convincing worshipers to eat snakes, spraying insecticide into mouths of believers during fully packed sermons under the guise of God’s hand apparently, and even buildings that collapse due to poor structural engineering – there has been much strange activity, but no consequence. This makes us ask a single question; should churches not be regulated? (see page 76). Lorraine Masemola – a new addition to our editorial team, attended the Domba traditional dance of magical Venda in South Africa. This colourful python dance, held annually at a very sacred site, Lake Fundudzi, secures good rain for the following season (page 52). In another special feature, Martin Chemhere, in his piece, updates us on South Africa’s newly relaxed visa regulations. Will it significantly help boost tourism in that country? (page 62). To this extent, I will like to say that I am delighted to work with the talented team here at Nomad Africa as I assume the position as the new Managing Editor. It was a daunting idea to build something new in travel journalism - something brave, bold and exceptionally beautiful. Africa’s future is an open road and we’re picking up speed, so it is the perfect time to be joining. Good writing and engaging storytelling are the lenses through which we connect with the world. I look forward to exploring the various cultures, people, developments and trends impacting Africa’s travel and tourism industry. At a time when most online content tends toward the shallow and ephemeral, our stories will seek to deliver sustained engagement and value. As I work with the team to grow the company into a sustainable publisher of smart stories, dynamic insights and carefully curated thought leadership, I hope you find it resourceful and compelling. I am grateful to re-imagine every single page with you. I look forward to the journey. I hope you enjoy the ride with us.
This edition of the magazine presents us with an opportunity to deeply look into faith-based tourism and churches across the continent of Africa. Reports of pastors convincing worshipers to eat snakes, spraying insecticide into mouths of believers during fully packed sermons under the guise of God’s hand apparently, and even buildings that collapse due to poor structural engineering – there has been much strange activity, but no consequence. This makes us ask a single question; should churches not be regulated? (see page 76).
Lorraine Masemola – a new addition to our editorial team, attended the Domba traditional dance of magical Venda in South Africa. This colourful python dance, held annually at a very sacred site, Lake Fundudzi, secures good rain for the following season (page 52). In another special feature, Martin Chemhere, in his piece, updates us on South Africa’s newly relaxed visa regulations. Will it significantly help boost tourism in that country? (page 62).
To this extent, I will like to say that I am delighted to work with the talented team here at Nomad Africa as I assume the position as the new Managing Editor. It was a daunting idea to build something new in travel journalism - something brave, bold and exceptionally beautiful. Africa’s future is an open road and we’re picking up speed, so it is the perfect time to be joining.
Good writing and engaging storytelling are the lenses through which we connect with the world. I look forward to exploring the various cultures, people, developments and trends impacting Africa’s travel and tourism industry. At a time when most online content tends toward the shallow and ephemeral, our stories will seek to deliver sustained engagement and value. As I work with the team to grow the company into a sustainable publisher of smart stories, dynamic insights and carefully curated thought leadership,
I hope you find it resourceful and compelling. I am grateful to re-imagine every
single page with you. I look forward to the journey. I hope you enjoy the ride with us.
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The Drakensberg is one of South <strong>Africa</strong>’s premier tourist attractions, but visiting<br />
this monumental mountain range can be headache-inducing. There are so many different<br />
sections to choose from (North, Central or South), each one offering a unique<br />
feel, a wide array of hotels and guesthouses and so many adventurous activities.<br />
Boutique Hotel, I immediately felt welcome.<br />
My puppy-loving self was delighted<br />
to find not one, not two, but six lovable<br />
dogs all lounging around in the warmth of<br />
the foyer. Stepping over them to reach the<br />
reception desk, each one vying for some<br />
attention, I knew I couldn’t help but be<br />
happy here.<br />
In the room next door, the fire place was<br />
going, wine was flowing and the flamboyant<br />
manager provided great conversation.<br />
And while for many a tourist this secret gem<br />
may seem at first like it’s a bit out of the<br />
way, the Cape Town city sightseeing bus<br />
stops right outside. You don’t even need a<br />
car to explore the surroundings or get into<br />
town to experience the sights and sounds!<br />
What a pleasure after a tiring day on my<br />
feet to escape to a tranquil haven, where<br />
the sounds of the birds and bees and the<br />
wind in the trees, lulled me to sleep.<br />
Up in the trees, with a mountain view<br />
The Drakensberg is one of South <strong>Africa</strong>’s<br />
premier tourist attractions, but visiting this<br />
monumental mountain range can be<br />
headache-inducing. There are so many different<br />
sections to choose from (North, Central<br />
or South), each one offering a unique<br />
feel, a wide array of hotels and guesthouses<br />
and so many adventurous activities.<br />
It is enough to leave you totally bewildered.<br />
However, the minute I met Chris and<br />
Magda Hearne who live in the Drakensberg,<br />
I had an inkling I was on to something<br />
special. They are passionate about the little<br />
piece of heaven they get to call home and<br />
one question about visiting the Drakensberg<br />
had them all fired up. Ideas were flowing<br />
and somewhere in there it was<br />
mentioned that Chris had handcrafted a<br />
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