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Olijvenkraal Winelands
Lodge has officially opened its doors, bringing a carefully crafted luxury
retreat to complement the estate’s rich farm experience in the heart of
Paarl. Set among tranquil olive groves with sweeping views of the
Simonsberg mountains, the lodge offers an immersive escape defined by a
philosophy of slow, c… read more
Celebrating its fifth
anniversary, United Nigeria Airlines (UNA)
has unveiled an ambitious growth strategy poised to transform the
airline into a major player on the African and global aviation stage. At
a press conference themed “From Vision to Velocity – Five
Years of United Growth: Charting the Next Frontiers,”… read more
Following the resounding success
of its second edition along Kenya’s scenic coast, Essence
of Africa has announced that its 2026 gathering will be
hosted at Diamonds Bijoux in Zanzibar from
20 to 22 October. This move underscores the event’s evolving strategy of
showcasing Africa’s premier tourism dest… read more
The government of Kenya has announced plans to attract a
strategic investor for its national carrier, Kenya
Airways, as part of a large-scale restructuring
initiative. Aiming to secure up to \$2
billion in investment, authorities are preparing to
launch an international call for expressions of i… read more
The
Senegalese national carrier, Air Sénégal,
is navigating through one of its most challenging periods as the
government steps in with a firm ultimatum. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko
has given the Minister of Transport a strict 30-day deadline to
implement a comprehensive recovery plan aimed at rescuing the airline
f… read more
Travellers planning a visit to
Madikwe Game Reserve, one of South
Africa’s premier malaria-free safari destinations, should prepare for
newly introduced entry protocols aimed at strengthening biosecurity. The
North West Parks and Tourism Board (NWPTB)
has implemented mandatory health and safety procedu… read more
All eyes will turn
to Nairobi this February as the city prepares to host the
4th Global Tourism Resilience Day, Conference and Expo
(GTRDCE). This high-profile event, taking place from
16–18 February 2026 at the Kenyatta International
Convention Centre (KICC), promises to position Africa at
the foref… read more
On
Wednesday, an Arik Air Boeing 737-700 aircraft operating a domestic
flight from Lagos to Port Harcourt was forced to divert to Benin City
due to a technical incident involving the aircraft’s left engine. The
flight, registered as 5N-MJF and operating as Flight W3 740, experienced
a loud bang from the left engine while descend… read more
Sabre
Central and West Africa (CWA) has launched a bold new logistics
initiative in partnership with Transglobal Africa
(TGA), aiming to empower travel businesses across the
region to access fresh revenue streams in the booming air freight
sector. The collaboration, which was unveiled during a Sabre–TGA pilot
webinar… read more
South Africa has embarked on a
significant journey of geographic renaming that directly impacts
travelers, tourism marketing, and travel logistics across the country.
The government officially gazetted a series of key name changes in the
Government Gazette No. 54101 on 6 February
2026, issued by the Department o… read more
A New Chapter in Paarl Luxury: Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge
United Nigeria Airlines Charts Bold Path with Fleet Expansion, New Routes and Loyalty Programs
Essence of Africa 2026 Set to Spotlight Zanzibar’s Coastal Charm in Premier Tourism Forum
Kenya Eyes Strategic $2 Billion Investor to Revive National Airline
Air Sénégal Faces Turbulence: Government Sets 30-Day Deadline for Recovery Plan
New Biosecurity Measures at Madikwe Game Reserve Amid South Africa’s Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak
Arik Air Flight Diverts to Benin City Following Engine Incident; All Passengers Safe
Sabre CWA Partners with Transglobal Africa to Tap into Nigeria's \$8 Billion Air Freight Market
South Africa’s Historic Towns and Routes Receive Official New Names: What This Means for Travel Plan
