When Sudan gained independence from joint British-Egyptian rule in 1956, the nation introduced the first Sudan Flag. Although the design changed in 1970, the Sudanese flag remains a powerful symbol of the country’s hard-won freedom and intricate identity.  Over the years, the flag has embodied both unity and division within Sudan, reflecting the nation’s navigation […]

As Africa’s youngest nation, South Sudan adopted its national flag upon gaining independence in 2011. This emblem symbolizes the country’s hard-fought freedom and complex identity, shaped through decades of struggle.  Despite the challenges South Sudan continues to face—particularly around national identity, ongoing conflict, and economic hardship—the South Sudan flag remains an enduring and popular symbol. It represents […]

YPT Tours to Uganda YPT has been offering Uganda tours since 2023, as part of our wider East Africa Combo Tour which takes in Burundi, DR Congo, and Rwanda.  Once associated with the chaos and brutality of Idi Amin, Uganda is a nation transformed and is now affectionately known as the “Pearl of Africa.” Despite […]

Is it safe for females to travel to Socotra, in short yes it is, but there are precautions that should be taken, as well as cultural norms that should be followed.  To read if it safe for females to travel to Sudan click here. What is the backstory to Socotra An island off of the […]

Is Sudan safe for female travellers? In short, yes it is very safe for women to travel to Sudan touristically, Sudan is though a relatively conservative Muslim country, so there are still some cultural norms that need to be adhered to. To read about if Sudan is safe click here. What do the advisories say? […]

The world is slowly falling apart, with many nations, such as Sri Lanka, Lebanon and Papua New Guinea bordering on being failed states. What people also do not realise is that there is a Sudan crisis and the country is falling apart at the seems. To read if it safe to travel Sudan click here.  […]

Sudan is an absolute hidden gem when it comes to tourism, boasting more Pyramids than even Egypt. What though are the best places to visit in Sudan? Well, YPT have compiled the top 21 tourist sites of Sudan you have to visit, and yes, we go to them on our tours. To read if Sudan […]

The Temple of Soleb and indeed the ancient town of Soleb are one of the best tourists sites that you can see in Sudan, but with literally no other tourists present! Now truly is the time to visit Sudan. To read if it is safe to visit Sudan click here What’s the story with Soleb? […]

With the proclamation of the Republic of South Sudan, does that now mean that there is a Republic of North Sudan? In Short, no the continuation state is known as the Republic of Sudan, but it does have a north and there is also a pretend state claiming the title. To read if it is […]

Is Khartoum safe to travel to in 2024? In short yes it is, but as always there are a few caveats to this, particularly with regards to the ongoing political instability within the Republic of Sudan. To read about if it is safe to travel to Sudan click here. Is it safe to travel to […]