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Senior
government officials in Uganda have raised
a red flag about the damaging effects of ongoing negative attention
directed at the country's national carrier, Uganda
Airlines. According to the country's leadership, the
fallout is already being felt across the broader tourism industry, with
booking… read more
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long-standing frustration for millions of air passengers passing
through Nigeria is finally being addressed.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria
(FAAN) has launched free high-speed
WiFi at two of the country's most important aviation
gateways, marking a significant step towar… read more
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significant development is on the horizon for Southern
Africa's aviation landscape. The Kingdom of Eswatini's
flag carrier, Eswatini Air, is preparing to
introduce a groundbreaking nonstop service connecting the small but
vibrant nation directly with Zambia's capital,
Lusaka. The r… read more
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familiar name in African aviation is preparing to make a comeback.
Fastjet Mozambique is gearing up to restart
domestic flight operations from Beira,
with the relaunch expected during the second half of
2026. The move is being driven by Solenta
Aviation, the South … read more
Agents
with clients heading to the Northern Cape
need to take note of a temporary change at one of South Africa's most
dramatic natural landmarks. SANParks has confirmed that
two popular hiking trails at Augrabies Falls National Park are currently
closed for essential maintenance work. Both the
… read more
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major change in how Nigerian nationals receive their United Kingdom
visitor visas takes effect in just days, and travel professionals across
West Africa and beyond need to understand what it means for their
clients. From 25 February 2026, all
Nigerians applying for a UK Visit visa will
be issued a … read more
Kenya's
capital this week became the focal point for one of the most important
conversations shaping the future of travel worldwide. The
4th Global Tourism Resilience Day, Conference and
Expo officially opened at the Kenyatta
International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi,
drawing senior governmen… read more
Kenyan
regional carrier Safarilink Aviation has
taken another step forward in its growth story by adding a
Bombardier Dash 8-200 to its fleet. The
aircraft was acquired locally through ALS – Aircraft
Leasing Services, a transaction that highlights both the
airline's expansion ambitio… read more
A sweeping transformation is currently underway within
Nigeria's aviation sector that will fundamentally alter how passengers
and service providers interact at the country’s gateways. In a decisive
move to modernize infrastructure and financial operations, the
Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria
(FAAN) has officially… read more
In
a significant development for the Southern African travel landscape,
South African Tourism (SA Tourism) has
announced a pivotal leadership transition designed to ensure stability
and continued growth for the destination. Dr. Shamilla Chettiar has been
officially appointed as the Acting CEO, a
move… read more
Uganda Warns Airline Controversy Could Undermine Its Tourism Growth Momentum
Nigeria Rolls Out Free High-Speed WiFi at Key International Airports
Eswatini Air Set to Launch Historic First Direct Route to Lusaka This April
Fastjet Mozambique Eyes Return to the Skies With Domestic Flights From Beira
Augrabies Falls Hiking Trails Temporarily Closed as SANParks Carries Out Repairs
UK Switches to Digital Visas for Nigerian Visitors Starting 25 February 2026
Safarilink Strengthens East African Network With Locally Acquired Dash 8 Aircraft
New Strategic Leadership Bolsters South Africa's Tourism Governance
