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Nigeria and Russia have agreed to renegotiate their 59-year-old Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA), aiming to sign a new deal in April 2027. The decision was reached during a high-level meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and Russia’s Deputy Minister of Transport, Dmitry … read more
Editor notes report that Princess Kasune has been appointed as Zambia’s new Minister of Tourism, following her swearing-in by President Hakainde Hichilema at State House in Lusaka on 28 October 2026. She succeeds Rodney Sikumba and joins the Cabinet as one of 24 ministers sworn in on the same day.
Kasune is the Member of… read more
Africa’s outbound travel market is expected to expand rapidly over the next decade, according to editor notes on the new Skift Advisory report, "Africa in Motion: The Next Great Traveller", presented by Millat Group at WTM London. The report projects outbound trips from Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa will rise … read more
The 5th annual Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) Leadership Conference took place at Sun City from 27 to 28 October 2026, under the theme “30 Years in Tourism Still Matters”. According to editor notes, industry leaders used the event to agree on practical steps for sustainable growth, job creation and improved com… read more
As of 30 October 2026, Brighton Beach is the only monitored beach in Durban closed for swimming, following an E. coli reading of 708, which is above the municipality’s poor-water-quality threshold of 500. All other monitored beaches—22 in total—are open for swimming, including Reunion Beach, which has reopened a… read more
Travel sellers planning itineraries between Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) and Addo Elephant National Park should advise clients to avoid the R335 route via Motherwell. This guidance is essential for ensuring client safety and smooth transfers, especially for self-drive and private transfer bookings. Agencie… read more
Uganda Airlines is reported to be planning new domestic flights linking Entebbe with Kasese, Gulu, Arua, and Soroti by 2026 or 2027. If launched, these routes could make it much easier for international travellers to reach key tourism regions, including the Rwenzori Mountains and Queen Elizabeth National Park… read more
Editor notes that Air Mauritius has reported a net profit of EUR 78.63 million for the financial year ending 31 March 2026, marking a return to positive equity after several years of pandemic-related losses. The airline’s board of directors approved the audited annual financial statements on 29 October 2026. This turnaround foll… read more
NEWSAERO reports that United Nigeria Airlines has added a wet-leased Airbus A320 to its fleet, with the aircraft arriving in Lagos on 1 November 2026. The mid-age jet is expected to serve mainly on the airline’s domestic network, supporting increased capacity as the carrier prepares for several new aircraft deli… read more
Travel sellers in sub-Saharan Africa now have a new East–West Africa connection to offer clients, as Uganda Airlines has launched a four-times-weekly service linking Entebbe, Lagos and Accra. The new route, operated as UR900, began on 27 October 2026 and is flown with a Boeing 737-800 we… read more
Nigeria and Russia set April 2027 target to sign new air services agreement
Princess Kasune appointed as Zambia’s new Minister of Tourism
Africa’s outbound travel market set for rapid growth, new report finds
TBCSA Leadership Conference sets priorities for South African tourism’s next chapter
Durban: 22 beaches open for swimming, Brighton Beach remains closed after poor water quality result
Safety and construction warnings: Avoid the R335 via Motherwell when driving to Addo Elephant Nation
Uganda Airlines’ planned domestic routes could open new opportunities for international visitors
Air Mauritius returns to profit with EUR 78.63 million for FY2025/26
United Nigeria Airlines adds wet-leased A320 to boost domestic capacity
