Researchers at Nottingham University have come up with an ingenious new and sustainable source of fuel across Africa….Bananas. Bananas are an important and versatile crop across many countries in Africa, being used for food, wine and beer. However, according to the scientists for every tonne of bananas, there are an estimated 10 tonnes of waste, […]

Two charities, The Nelson Mandela Foundation and 46664, are calling for the establishment of a global “Mandela Day” to mark the former South African President’s birthday on 18th July. The charities are hosting events in New York this year but want the marking of the date to be an annual, global event. The aims of […]

It was a scorcher! But they all finished it, a massive well done to ex-Quest students Amy Hammond, Heather Rayment and Jenny Bloomfield for completing the 26.2 mile London Marathon yesterday. They made it look so easy, Heather was still waving at the crowds on the final straight, Amy had hardly broken into a sweat […]

Once again we here at Quest Overseas will be at various Gap Year fairs across the southern end of the country this week. Starting with Andy and Jon at Esher College in Surrey today. They will be giving a talk as well as attending the fair from 2 – 8pm so do go and say […]

Bolivia and Paraguay have signed an agreement settling a border dispute, which led to a bitter war in the 1930s. Bolivian President Evo Morales, who signed the pact in Buenos Aires with Paraguayan counterpart Fernando Lugo, described it as historic. Argentina has played a key role in resolving the dispute. Mr Morales blamed multi-national oil […]

Today, April 22 2009, is Earth Day What are you doing to save the planet? Walking to work instead of driving? Recycling more than usual? Using less water? Or simply, not leaving appliances on standby? These are the sort of questions they are asking everybody this year for Earth Day.Earth Day has grown in momentum […]

Today 23 million registered voters will decide between 156 political parties that have registered in South Africa’s 4th general election held since the apartheid era. It is likely that the ANC (African National Congress) will remain in power under the leadership of Jacob Zuma (pictured far right). Under their charismatic leader Nelson Mandela (pictured middle) […]

Today the British and Irish Lions squad will be selected for their up coming tour to South-Africa.The squad will leave for the 10-match tour, which includes Tests in Durban, Pretoria and Johannesburg, on 24 May. Be inspired…

Come along and say hi to us at 3 different gap year fairs this week! If you have any questions about our projects or expeditions, are thinking about taking some time out and have no idea what to do or if you want some advice on travel and gap years in general then pop into […]

I would like to emphasise that this was not done in our office we are all working very hard!