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Articles about Africa

Discover the best time to visit Tanzania to see zebras

Best Time to Visit Tanzania: Complete Guide

by Carlota | May 12, 2026

A trip to Tanzania will take you up close to Africa's most iconic savanna wildlife, introduce you to new cultures, and offer a rare glimpse into the lives of the region's local tribes. Since you will...

Discover whether it's safe to travel to Tanzania to see Kilimanjaro

Is It Safe to Travel to Tanzania? Complete Guide 2026

by Carlota | May 11, 2026

Tanzania is one of Africa's most important tourist destinations, a country with unmatched natural resources and abundant wildlife just waiting to be discovered. But when traveling to a faraway country, the first question that usually comes...

Herd of African elephants walking across the savanna with Mount Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak in the background, Tanzania

Vaccines for Tanzania: Required & Recommended 2026

by Carlota | May 8, 2026

Planning a trip to Tanzania? Find out which vaccines are required, which ones the CDC recommends, and what health precautions you should take before you go: malaria, mosquitoes, water safety, and more...

Aerial view of Zanzibar's turquoise water beaches, Tanzania

Mandatory Travel Insurance for Zanzibar: Complete Guide 2026

by Carlota | May 6, 2026

Planning a trip to Zanzibar? Since October 2024, Zanzibari authorities require all non-resident visitors to carry mandatory travel insurance managed exclusively by the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation. Without it, you may be denied entry. We break down...

Traditional Maasai man in a red robe looking out over a herd of zebras grazing on the green savanna of Tanzania

How to get a Tanzania visa: a complete, detailed guide

by Carlota | May 6, 2026

Tanzania is one of the most spectacular destinations in the world: safaris in the Serengeti, beaches in Zanzibar, and the roof of Africa on Kilimanjaro. But before you pack your bags, make sure your visa is...

What do you need to be granted entry into Madagascar?

by Pilar Dujan | August 30, 2024

Prepare to explore Madagascar, a place that seamlessly merges untouched landscapes, completely unique wildlife and a rich cultural heritage. Home country of the lemurs, this rustic destination is not for the faint of heart. However, if...

Traveling to Sierra Leone? Here are the entry requirements

by Carlota | August 26, 2024

From its golden beaches and lush jungles to its mountains and nature reserves, Sierra Leone has something for every traveler. Going on a safari, sunbathing on pristine beaches, or diving deep into the local culture are...

Discover how to get a visa for Sierra Leone

How to get a visa for Sierra Leone step-by-step

by Pilar Dujan | July 18, 2024

Sierra Leone is a West African country whose tourism industry is still growing. Scarcely visited, this country has a wide array of landscapes (beaches, rainforests and more!) and, as is customary for Africa, thousands of years...

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More information about Africa

Africa is a vast continent that spans across the northern and southern hemispheres of the globe. It is the second most populated continent after Asia, and it is bounded on the west by the Atlantic Ocean and on the east by the Indian Ocean. The Mediterranean Sea separates it from the Europe in the north.

The northern and southern ends of the continent display a Mediterranean climate, characterized by warm summer, wet and mild winter, and rainy spring and autumn. In Central Africa, however, the predominant climate is equatorial, that is hot and steamy.

There are 54 countries in Africa. Nigeria is the most populated country with approximately 200 million inhabitants.

A large number of languages are spoken across the continent, but the most popular are Swahili, Oromo, Hausa and Amharic. Moreover, most of the continent professes traditional African religions.