Thursday, April 28, 2011

6 Day Cape Town & Victoria Falls combo


2AFRIKA
, winner of the South African Tourism 2011 UBUNTU Award for Creative Marketing launches a 6-day/5-night 'special deal' to Cape Town and the Victoria Falls to enhance 'The Greatest Safari Sale on Earth'.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Cape Town - Victoria Falls, non-stop flights effective June 30



Now, it is easier than ever to combine Cape Town and the Victoria Falls with the introduction of three weekly flights between to the two destinations with the services of Zambezi Airlines. The new non-stop service between Cape Town and Livingstone (Zambia side of the Victoria Falls), commences on June 30th, 2011.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Easter Holidays in Africa

Please note that the African countries with which we deal, observe the Easter Holidays. All commercial businesses close on Thursday April 21 at approximately 5:00PM (their local time) and remain closed until their normal operating hours on Tuesday April 26. Our offices will be open in the United States however, but we anticipate a delay in response time from Africa due to the season that they observe.


Your understanding and patience during this time will be appreciate and in advance, Thank You!

The 2AFRIKA / One Voice From Africa Team

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa in Mombasa undergoes refurbishment





Please note that as of May 01, 2011, the Sarova Group of Hotels will commence phase one of guest bedrooms refurbishment at the Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa in Mombasa. This phase of the program will cover a select number of sea facing guest rooms and will run through to the end of November 2011. Since the rooms are in different wings, the refurbishment will take place wing-by-wing and will focus on the interior of the rooms thus helping reduce potential inconveniences to resident guests. Sufficient and visible signage will be visible throughout the property and all guests will receive a note from the management alerting them of ongoing works. Sarova has also assured us of their continued commitment to provide a safe, comfortable, and positively memorable experience during this period.

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Mario Frangoulis on One Voice From Africa as 'told' by his friends



Join us for an exclusive show on One Voice From Africa as six wonderful guests and I listen to magnificent music performed by Mario Frangoulis - and share our 'thoughts' on this incredible Greek tenor and what he means to each of us. 


We're live at 10:00AM EST on Saturday, April 23rd and you're invited to call in and pay a dedication to Mario the moment we open the lines for callers! 

Join us - it is going to be a remarkable show!

African Art Museum of Maryland Cultural Tour to South Africa

Monday, April 18, 2011

African Art Museum of Maryland Cultural Tour to South Africa

African Art Museum of Maryland Cultural Tour to South Africa


On 'One Voice From Africa' today (Monday April 19, 2011), Doris Ligon from the African Art Museum of Maryland and Kenneth Hieber launch the Museums 30th Anniversary 'Cultural Tour' to South Africa, scheduled to depart in January 2012.

The 'Cultural Tour' visits the cities of Cape Town and Johannesburg and offers excellent pre and post excursions on the luxurious Blue Train and the nearby Victoria Falls.

Click Here for today's 'One Voice From Africa' show page and feel free to call in with questions relative to this 'Cultural Tour'

For more information on the tour, please click here

Monday, April 11, 2011

2AFRIKA launches UBUNTU SAFARI SALE


In the wake of winning the South African Tourism 2011 Ubuntu Award for 'Outstanding Achievement in Creative Marketing', 2AFRIKA offered the members of its mailing list a preview of the 'just launched' UBUNTU SAFARI SALE!

"We’re glowing at our achievement," said company president Kenneth Hieber "and for being acknowledged for our efforts by South African Tourism, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude."

The South African Tourism 2011 Ubuntu Awards under the patronage of H.E. Ebrahim Rasool, South African Ambassador to the United States, Hon. Marthinus van Schalkwyk, South African Minister of Tourism and Amb. Kingsley Makhubela, Director General, was hosted by Ms. Thandiwe January-McLean, Chief Executive Officer of South African Tourism, Ms. Sthu Zungu, President North America of South African Tourism and Mr. Peter Greenberg, Master of Ceremonies.

"The evening was enchanting," Hieber said, "and I will display our UBUNTU AWARD prominently and very proudly in our offices as a reminder that All Things Are Possible."

2AFRIKA has operated in the United States since the summer of 1995 and specializes in affordable tours and safaris to Africa, which is where Hieber was born and raised before relocating to the United States of America.

"Will you strive at continue doing your best at keeping Africa affordable?" a reporter asked Hieber to which the response was a warm smile and a sincere "Of course we will."
Hieber plans to slash tour and safari prices to Africa for a limited period while as he puts it "I am still glowing."

For more information on 2AFRIKA, visit the company website. You can also listen to Hieber’s radio talk show One Voice From Africa which airs Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in a computer near you at 7:00PM Eastern. For more information, click here.

South African Airways - Sale!

Friday, April 8, 2011

2AFRIKA & One Voice From Africa receives South African Tourism 2011 Ubuntu Award


At the St. Regis Hotel in New York City last night (April 07, 2011),2AFRIKA President, Kenneth Hieber was honored by South African Tourism and received the 2011 Ubuntu Award  for 'Outstanding Achievement in Creative Marketing'.



The South African Tourism 2011 Ubuntu Awards under the patronage of H.E. Ebrahim RasoolSouth African Ambassador to the United StatesHon. Marthinus van SchalkwykSouth African Minister of Tourism and Amb. Kingsley Makhubela,Director General, was hosted by Ms. Thandiwe January-McLeanChief Executive Officer of South African TourismMs. Sthu ZunguPresident North America of South African Tourismand Mr. Peter GreenbergMaster of Ceremonies.

Thursday, April 7, 2011

KENYA VISA NEWS – effective April 7, 2011





KENYA NEWS: Kindly note that the Visitor’s Visa fee increase back to USD$50 that had earlier been expected to take place in the first quarter of this year has been postponed to 1st July 2011. In the meantime the fee will remain at USD$25 for adults and free for children under 16 years of age until 30th June 2011.

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Oleta Adams and Kenneth Hieber on One Voice From Africa


The date is set - the time is set - the conversation is set . . . be prepared to be 'entranced' by the warmth that radiates from within when you listen to Ms. Oleta Adams' views on life and her magnificent music. For more details visit One Voice From Africa!

One Voice From Africa celebrates Earth Day 2011

In recognition of the power of millions of individual actions, Earth Day 2011 will be organized around A Billion Acts of Green®. Stay tuned to One Voice From Africa as we lead up to the celebration of this very important global event.

A 'special episode' of One Voice From Africa will air on April 22 – Earth Day 2011 with great guests, wonderful international music and great African Safari Specials!