Decline of Tourism on Grande Comore Island
The once idyllic Le Galawa Beach Resort Hotel, the only hotel on Grande Comore that offered package tours, is now derelict. Yet websites are still advertising it.
Jul 21, 2009
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Kate Nivison
Mayotte, aka Mahoré, Votes to Stay French
When a tiny Indian Ocean island whose population is 90% Muslim votes to strengthen its links with France, the reasons are likely to be more economic than sentimental.
Jul 17, 2009
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Kate Nivison
Anjouan, Former Indian Ocean Pirates' Haven
The constant threat from volatile internal politics in Anjouan (official name Nzwani) in the Union of the Comoros, is ruining the island's considerable tourism potential.
Jul 14, 2009
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Kate Nivison
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