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Africa’s changing cultural landscape
An 18-page report looking at how modernisation is affecting Africa’s rich cultural heritage. Brian Jackman talks exclusively to legendary photographers Carol Beckwith and Angela Fisher; they reveal some of the ceremonies and values that are at risk; Jackson Looseyia gives the Maasai perspective; Emma Gregg considers the role of tourism; we meet seven millennial Africans, and Hilary Bradt questions her own outlook

Body and soul
With an increasing number of us more conscious of our mental and physical health, we’ve put together 17 pages of suggestions for ways to make your safaris more invigorating, without breaking too much of a sweat

Where next?
The most well-known reserves are popular for a reason. But what if you’re looking for somewhere different, which still offers a rewarding safari experience yet without the crowds? We’re here to help, with our suggestions for five destinations we think deserve greater attention:
• Meru National Park, Kenya
• Principe Island, Sao Tome and Principe
• Limpopo Province, South Africa
• Liuwa Plain National Park, Zambia
• Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe

Day of the jackal
Mike Unwin explains why we should never overlook these busy opportunists

Skeleton Coast lions
Dr Philip Stander hails the return of the extraordinary seal-hunting lions on Namibia’s rugged desert coastline

Teenage kicks
Looking to take your children on a big adventure before they fly the nest? William Gray has a suggestion

Good karma
Laura Birtles visits Likoma Island for some downtime on the beach. She finds much more