A diamond necklace linked to the dramatic downfall of France’s Queen Marie Antoinette has sold for an astonishing $4.81 million (R92.5 million). The historic piece contains about 500 diamonds. It far exceeded its pre-sale estimate at Sotheby’s auction house in Geneva on Wednesday night. MARIE ANTOINETTE’S NECKLACE The necklace, adorned with two tassels…
The morning sun cast a warm glow over the savannah as we departed Rhino River Camp at 6:30 a.m., embarking on what would become more than just a typical safari in Meru National Park. Our small group of media representatives – myself from Ghana, Andrew from Nigeria, Christine from France, Edgar from Uganda, and Wilson…
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has commended the media for its vital role in shaping positive perceptions of Kenya as a leading destination for tourism and investment. KTB CEO June Chepkemei acknowledged the impact of media narratives in boosting both visitor and investor confidence in Kenya’s tourism offerings, during a reception held at a Nairobi…
In a significant event for World Tourism Day, Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, unveiled the first-ever Creative Arts Hall of Fame in Sekondi. This milestone celebration pays homage to Sekondi’s deep cultural roots as a musical hub, honoring the exceptional talents that have shaped Ghana’s creative sector. The Hall, located at…
This year’s Rhythms On Da Runway has been launched with a call on designers to take instruction from the theme, Kente Edition. Kente is a Ghanaian textile made of hand-woven strips of silk and cotton. With its rich history and timeless beauty, it represents the heritage of Ghana and the spirit of African creativity. It…
