The Eastern Cape is one of the provinces of South Africa. It is the second largest province in the country (at 168,966 km2) after Northern Cape. The capital of the province is Bhisho, but its two largest cities are East London and Gqeberha. The Eastern Cape is a diverse province with a rich history and…

The Amathole, which means “the calves of the Drakensberg” in Xhosa, is a municipal district that lies in the central coastal portion of the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. The name refers to the pastoral way of life of the rural Xhosa communities who still graze their colourful Nguni cattle on her foothills today.…

The Chris Hani municipal region lies at the heart of the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It is the second largest of the Eastern Cape province’s district municipalities and it covers an area of 37 111km². It has a population of about 823 000 giving it a low population density of 22 per square…

The town of Cradock is situated in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. Cradock was founded in 1813 on the banks of the Great Fish River to cater for the migratory farmers who settled in this ruggedly beautiful area with its excellent grazing, abundant water and healthy climate. Cradock is a thriving agricultural community…

The Alfred Nzo region is peaceful with lush green forested areas and towering, majestic mountains. This is what makes the Eastern Cape such a rare and magical place….from endless stretches of golden beaches to arid plains, snow-covered mountains and lush forests!   You will be treated to a spectacular tapestry of scenery all in just one province! The Alfred Nzo region has quite a small population…

Ejigbo is a prominent town in Yoruba Land and the headquarters of Ejigbo Local Government Area of State of Osun. Ejigbo is strategically placed in the middle of the region, as 35 kilometres north-east of Iwo, 30 km from Ogbomoso in the north and 24 km from Ede in the south-east. It is about 40 km north-west of…

Ikire is a town in Osun State. Ikire is the closest town to Oyo state and can be called the gateway town to the State of Osun. It is within the basin of the famous River Osun. It lies on latitude 07° 30′North and longitude 04°20′East. The population is 143,599 according to the 2006 Population…

Ilesa, a major city in the State of Osun is very strategic because it is a major gateway to the north, south and eastern parts of Nigeria. It is located on approximately 70 N 50E. A rain forest zone known for its agricultural potentials. The major crops produced includes cocoa, oil palm, kolanuts, cotton, pumpkins.…

Ife is an ancient town in Yoruba history and is regarded as the cradle of civilization. According to Yoruba tradition, Ife is the ancestral and spiritual home for all Yoruba. It is believed that the creation of the world started from Ife. Hence, it is popularly referred to as ‘’Land of the Source’’. The Ooni of…

Ila Orangun is an ancient town and holds prime place in the history of Yoruba. It lies to the north east of the State of Osun quite near the border with Kwara State on 8° 1′North and longitude 04°54′East. It is the more populous sister-city (and sister-kingdom) of Òkè-Ìlá Òràngún located about 7.5 miles (12…