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thetraveler.org > south-africa-country-profile-politics-economy-and-tourism

South Africa country profile: politics, economy and tourism

4+ hour, 11+ min ago  (662+ words) South Africa’s post‑election coalition era, slow‑moving economy and resurgent tourism sector are reshaping the region’s most industrialised nation and its appeal to international visitors. South Africa, the most industrialised economy in Africa and a leading gateway to the…...

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thetraveler.org > alstom-and-siemens-secure-key-rail-signalling-deals-in-sao-paulo

Alstom and Siemens secure key rail signalling deals in São Paulo

9+ hour, 27+ min ago  (1056+ words) Global rail leaders Alstom and Siemens have won new signalling contracts in São Paulo, marking a fresh phase of digital upgrades across metro and commuter lines. Two of the world’s biggest rail technology groups, Alstom and Siemens Mobility, have secured…...

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thetraveler.org > mozambique-country-profile-economy-politics-and-travel

Mozambique country profile: economy, politics and travel

19+ hour, 24+ min ago  (1213+ words) Mozambique pairs a resource-rich, fast-growing economy with complex security and poverty challenges, while emerging as a promising Indian Ocean travel destination. Stretching along the warm Indian Ocean in southeastern Africa, Mozambique is a country of striking coastal scenery, vast natural…...

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thetraveler.org > locomotives-delivered-for-cameroons-minim-martap-bauxite-push

Locomotives Delivered for Cameroon’s Minim Martap Bauxite Push

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (1025+ words) Delivery of seven new locomotives marks a decisive step in Cameroon’s Minim Martap bauxite project, strengthening mine to port logistics ahead of planned 2026 exports. The delivery of seven new locomotives to support Cameroon’s Minim Martap bauxite project is being viewed…...

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thetraveler.org > port-moresby-water-repairs-to-test-png-travel-from-31-july

Port Moresby Water Repairs To Test PNG Travel From 31 July

6+ day, 2+ hour ago  (998+ words) Major pipeline repairs in Port Moresby from 31 July are expected to disrupt water supply for several days, testing hotels, business events and visitor confidence. Travel to Papua New Guinea’s capital is facing a fresh stress test from 31 July, when critical…...

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thetraveler.org > bad-weather-disrupts-roads-and-flights-across-mozambique

Bad Weather Disrupts Roads and Flights Across Mozambique

6+ day, 16+ hour ago  (1049+ words) Heavy rain and flooding in Mozambique are disrupting key highways and airport operations, stranding travelers and complicating relief logistics across several provinces. Persistent heavy rain and flooding across parts of Mozambique are disrupting travel on key roads and slowing operations…...

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thetraveler.org > starlux-passport-dispute-triggers-urgent-taiwan-travel-alert

Starlux passport dispute triggers urgent Taiwan travel alert

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (733+ words) A damaged-passport dispute involving Starlux Airlines in Taipei is prompting Taiwan to echo stricter document rules seen in the UK, Canada and Australia. A recent boarding refusal involving a traveler holding a water-damaged passport on a Starlux Airlines flight out…...

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thetraveler.org > how-a-new-city-map-is-reframing-johannesburg-and-pretoria

How a New City Map Is Reframing Johannesburg and Pretoria

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (684+ words) An updated view of Johannesburg and Pretoria highlights rapid rail links, walkable districts and digital tools reshaping how visitors navigate South Africa’s urban heartland. Johannesburg and Pretoria, long perceived as sprawling and car dependent, are being reframed through a new…...

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thetraveler.org > cape-towns-evolving-city-map-reshapes-how-visitors-explore

Cape Town’s evolving city map reshapes how visitors explore

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (1148+ words) Cape Town’s latest digital and transport maps are redrawing how visitors move between its waterfront, townships and beaches while navigating rapid urban change. Cape Town’s city map is quietly being redrawn in 2026, as new transport links, smart-city tools and neighborhood…...

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thetraveler.org > africa-rail-lobito-corridor-reshapes-continental-trade

Africa Rail: Lobito Corridor Reshapes Continental Trade

2+ week, 3+ hour ago  (769+ words) Across Africa, new rail investments led by the Lobito Corridor are redrawing mineral export routes, testing regional cooperation and reshaping long-haul travel potential. Africa’s rail network is entering one of its most active investment cycles in decades, with the Atlantic-facing…...