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vital air bridge across the South Atlantic is about to be restored.
Cabo Verde Airlines has confirmed plans to resume direct
flights between Cape Verde and Brazil in May 2026, ending
years of disruption that left communities, businesses, and travellers
without convenient connections between the two regions. For trave… read more
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strategic shift is underway at Kenya
Airways as the national carrier moves to strengthen its
position in the leisure travel segment. The airline has announced a
partnership with TUI, one of the world's
largest tourism groups, to relaunch its holiday platform
KQ Holidays. For travel… read more
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significant recognition has been awarded to the man responsible for
modernising how Nigeria forecasts weather and supports aviation
operations. Professor Charles Anosike, Director General of
the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has been
named African Public Sector Leader of the
Year at the 2… read more
Senegal's
national carrier is positioning itself for significant regional
growth with plans to restore services to Sierra Leone's
capital and enhance frequencies across several strategic West African
routes. The developments, scheduled for implementation from July 2026,
signal renewed confidence in the airline's operat… read more
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high-profile delegation from the European Tour Group is currently
conducting an extensive assessment of Uganda's golfing
infrastructure as part of ambitious plans to position the East African
nation as a premier destination for international golf tourism and
prestigious sporting events. The eight-day fact-finding mis… read more
The
Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has implemented a cashless
payment policy at major airport tollgates across the
country, prompting official guidance for passengers to allow
significantly extended travel time when heading to terminals. The
transition, which took effect on the first day of March 2026, represent… read more
As
the southern African autumn settles in, Kruger National
Park enters one of its most rewarding periods for
wildlife viewing. April represents a sweet spot in the safari calendar —
a transitional month when the intense summer heat gives way to more
comfortable conditions, while the landscape remains lush and water
s… read more
Mozambique's
devastating 2025-26 rainy season has claimed at least 257
lives and affected nearly 870,000 people across the
nation since October, marking one of the most severe weather periods in
recent memory. As the country transitions from emergency response to
active reconstruction, African travel professionals must… read more
The
National Institute for Communicable Diseases has released
its latest malaria risk assessment for South Africa,
providing crucial guidance for travel professionals coordinating client
itineraries to the country's north-eastern regions. This updated mapping
resource offers clear geographic classifications that will a… read more
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significant development is reshaping how African airline content
reaches the global market. Air Peace Limited, West
Africa's largest carrier, has entered into a multi-year
distribution agreement with Travelport, one
of the world's leading travel technology providers. Announced on
1 March 20… read more
Cabo Verde Airlines Set to Reconnect West Africa and Brazil With Direct Services
Kenya Airways Partners With TUI to Revive Holiday Platform and Chase Leisure Market
Nigerian Weather Chief Wins Top African Leadership Award for Aviation Safety Work
Air Sénégal Prepares Freetown Return as West African Expansion Takes Shape
Uganda Welcomes European Golf Officials in Bid for International Tournament Status
Nigeria Airports Transition to Cashless Payments Amid Tollgate Congestion Concerns
Why April Offers Exceptional Value for Selling Kruger National Park Safaris
Mozambique Enters Recovery Phase as Travel Sector Adapts to Post-Flood Conditions
South Africa Updates Malaria Risk Map Ahead of Peak Transmission Season
Air Peace Joins Global Distribution Network in Landmark Deal With Travelport
