Translated into wearable sculptures, with accompanying video, Citroën DS, Mercedes, Beetle and other vehicles are displayed at Cape Town's Michael Stevenson in a solo exhibition by Meschac…

Ficksburg produces around 500 tons of cherries each year, representing about 95% of the South African harvest. The Ficksburg Cherry Festival is a celebration of the town's favourite crop, with…

Subtropicalia, Paul Edmunds' first solo exhibition at Cape Town's Michael Stevenson, comprises a series of sculptures, two-dimensional pieces and a large-scale projection of the video work…

Held at Cairo International Conference Centre, Le Marché is a home furnishings and accessories exhibition, showcasing imported products and fresh, local designs. The event acts as a platform…

Abu Simbel temple was built by Ramses II (1279-1213 BC) to demonstrate his political clout and divine backing to the ancient Nubians

The 'Festival of Sacrifice' is one of the most important days in the Islamic calendar. It commemorates both the end of the Hajj pilgrimage and the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his son for God.

Marking the end of the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca, Eid al-Adha (day of the sacrifice) commemorates Abraham's willingness to obey God by sacrificing his son, but luckily a ram took his place.…

The Cairo International Bridge Festival is organised by the Egyptian Bridge Federation and held at Ramses Hilton Hotel. It's a tense few days as competitors take a shot at prizes that range…

Encompassing youth tournaments, David Beckham Academy training sessions and a showcase of football legends, the Football Festival attracts a crazy number of fans to Johannesburg's Nelson…

Held in the small desert town of Tan Tan, south Morocco, Tan Tan Moussem sees thousands of tribal members (Blue Men) come together to celebrate their traditional culture. It is the largest…

Toy Run™ is the largest charity motorcycling event in South Africa. Organised by the IMOC, Cape Town's rally starts at Ratanga Junction and ends in Maynardville. Thousands of riders carry toys…

The Gary Player Invitational is a global charity event, gathering professional golfers from the PGA & Champions Tours and celebrities at The Links Golf Course in George. The legendary Gary…

Thousands join the Walk of Art Festival in Cape Town to celebrate a huge variety of local arts. For three days, De Waal Park opens its gates to art exhibits and auctions, theatre plays…

During La Regatta, the coral island-dotted lagoon of Mahébourg fills with traditional Mauritian pirogues (wooden fishing boats with colourful sails). Crews of five to seven people compete for…

The annual Crafts of Africa show, at Nairobi's Sarit Centre, offers a huge range of artisans' produce. Everything from wood carvings and leather items to glass, gourds, sculpture and paintings…

Mégavalanche is a fast-paced bike race through the physically-demanding dust tracks and steep inclines of Réunion Island. The best bikers in the qualifying rounds progress to the main race on…

Ankarana Reserve is Madagascar's most rewarding hiking destination - a fortress of limestone pinnacles and sharp ridges, patches of dense tropical jungle, deep caves and rushing rivers.…

Migrating Southern Right whales move into the bays along South Africa's West Coast, notably Gansbaai, for courting, mating and calving. This provides a unique opportunity to view this…

A leading business convention for the global football community, Soccerex visits Johannesburg in 2010. Following a football festival, a three-day conference & exhibition attracts thousands of…

Springbok's annual Namakwa Festival celebrates the indigenous culture of the people of Namakwa. The programme includes shows with snakes and birds, arts and crafts exhibitions, sport races…