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South
Africa's Free State province has just added a thrilling new dimension
to its tourism offering with the launch of the Golden Gate
Zipline, a seven-cable aerial adventure now operating
inside the celebrated Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The new
attraction gives visitors a fresh way to experience one of the c… read more
Ghana's
aviation landscape is on the brink of a transformative shift as
President John Dramani Mahama confirmed
that construction of the long-anticipated Bolgatanga
Airport in the Upper East Region will begin before the
end of 2026. The announcement was made during a site inspection tour on
Thursday,… read more
South
Africa has taken a decisive step into a new era of digital immigration
with the official launch of its Electronic Travel
Authorization (ETA) system, unveiled by President Cyril
Ramaphosa at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng.
The rollout marks a significant milestone in the country's drive to… read more
Travel
professionals arranging self-drive safaris
to South Africa's iconic Addo Elephant National Park should take note
of an important new procedure now in effect at the park's entry points.
South African National Parks (SANParks) has
introduced mandatory vehicle disinfection at both the Main and
Ma… read more
Ethiopia is rapidly positioning
itself as one of Africa's most compelling tourism destinations, with
international visitors singing the praises of the country's newly
developed attractions, revitalised urban landscapes and warm
hospitality. The transformation has been particularly visible in Addis
Ababa, where sweeping corridor … read more
A new era has dawned for
Mozambican aviation as Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique
(LAM) officially launched its rebranded commercial
identity, Air Mozambique, with the entry into service of the first of
two newly acquired Embraer E190 regional jets. The historic moment took
place on Friday 14 August, when the aircraft named … read more
Nigeria's
aviation landscape is witnessing another significant chapter as
Ibom Air, the flag carrier of Akwa Ibom
State, prepares to take delivery of its third brand-new Airbus A220-300
aircraft. The milestone comes roughly three years after the airline
welcomed its first A220 into service, and it signals a renewed
c… read more
Africa's largest carrier is
grappling with a serious financial headache that highlights the growing
risks international airlines face when operating in politically volatile
markets. Ethiopian Airlines has approximately USD 90
million in ticket revenue awaiting repatriation from overseas
markets, with fully half of that… read more
The
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA)
has sounded a strong warning about a worrying rise in the use of
counterfeit Schengen visa stamps by passengers heading to Europe, a
development that is reshaping transit conditions for Nigerian travellers
moving through Morocco. According to the regulator, several passenger… read more
In a strategic move that
reverses conventional aviation logic, Etihad
Airways has secured three partnership agreements with
African carriers in a single month, laying down the commercial
groundwork long before its own aircraft touch down on the continent's
newest routes. The Abu Dhabi-based airline has signed deals wit… read more
New Seven-Cable Zipline AdvGolden Gate Zipline: New adventure at Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Ghana to Break Ground on Bolgatanga Airport by End of 2026, Unlocking Northern Tourism Access
South Africa Rolls Out Digital ETA System to Fast-Track Visitors From Key Global Markets
Addo Elephant Park Rolls Out Vehicle Disinfection at Gates to Guard Wildlife Against Disease
Ethiopia's tourism transformation wins over global visitors as Addis Ababa cements African hub statu
Mozambique's flag carrier rebrands as Air Mozambique with Embraer E190 debut and profitability turna
Ibom Air adds third Airbus A220-300 as Nigerian carrier pushes ahead with fleet renewal drive
Ethiopian Airlines battles \$90 million cash freeze as Russia holds half of blocked ticket revenue
Fake Schengen Visa Surge Prompts Morocco to Tighten Transit Rules for Nigerian Passengers
Etihad rewrites the African playbook: distribution first, aircraft later, as Abu Dhabi carrier locks
