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Many wine-lovers fantasise about making their own, a courageous few take the plunge

Alongside a national flag, anthem and coat of arms, most countries have one or more plant and animal species that they designate as national symbols. The national animal of China, for example, is the giant panda, a nation-wide source of pride and diplomacy. Americans salute the bald eagle as a…

The finalists, from countries including France, Ghana, Indonesia and Nepal, are vying for a £1 million prize pot awarded to five category winners.

Leading figure in Nelson Mandela’s ANC government who helped transform South Africa’s economy

“Where is the UN?” is a question that has often been asked since the start of Israel’s military offensive in Gaza. As the death toll rises and the conflict spreads, the UN appears woefully unable to fulfil its mandate to save humanity “from the scourge of war” – as it…

Safari in Kruger National Park in a reimagined train carriage or nomadic camp — without it costing the earth 

South Africa has been struggling for decades to reduce poverty, inequality and unemployment and raise the rate of economic growth.

Tim and Elizabeth have visited 35 countries over the past 16 years

The Lionesses beat South Africa 2-1 in Coventry but failed to build on their first-half dominance.