Kenya
This airport was supposed to be temporary. It’s three years past its use-by date
There’s little to offer beyond the neat structural design at this city’s main international airport. Get in, get moving and get out.
- Andrew Bain
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1:59.30: Kenyan shatters world record in new marathon territory
Sabastian Sawe of Kenya has become the first person to break the fabled two-hour barrier in the marathon, smashing the men’s world record by 65 seconds in London.
The history of this tasty dish is the history of humanity
This national dish’s name means “grilled meat” and that’s exactly what it is, but its origins are so old no one really knows when it was created.
- Ben Groundwater
Hiking Africa’s second-highest mountain beats Mount Kilimanjaro
“Most people come to do the Roof of Africa – that’s Kili – and that’s why it’s popular, but it’s not as scenic,” says our guide.
- Andrew Bain
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- Hotel reviews
My first stay on this continent may have ruined all future trips
As we arrive at this imposing new luxury lodge and take in the seemingly infinite views, I realise I may have peaked a little too early for my first trip to Africa.
- Trudi Jenkins
I invited my brain surgeon to lunch. Here’s what happened
Kate Drummond removed a piece of my brain. That might be the least interesting thing about her.
- Angus Thomson
- Opinion
- South America
Authentic insight or voyeurism? My struggle with slum tourism
I saw a colourful, poor neighbourhood from a distance and wanted to visit it. But I learnt just how thorny, divisive and nuanced the issue is.
- Gary Nunn
Born to an unwed mother far from home, this baby cannot leave
Caressing her son Abudy’s tiny hands, Esther says she cannot understand why her newborn has to face the consequences for a situation not of his making.
- Vivian Nereim and Abdi Latif Dahir
Jane Goodall had ‘old friends’ in Sydney, but rebuked Australian conservation efforts
“Australia is not doing well at all,” said Goodall, who had a close relationship with Sydney’s Taronga Zoo, on one of her many visits.
- Amy Ripley
The new Kenya lodge with exclusive safari access
The Laikipia highlands of Kenya are characterised by abundant wildlife and lush landscapes. Yet it is much less crowded than the Maasai Mara.
- Julietta Jameson