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3 March 2026, Berlin – For the first time, five nations – Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe – are marketing their shared conservation estate as a single tourism destination.
The Great Kavango Zambezi Birding Route, launched in February 2026 and presented jointly at ITB Berlin 2026 this week, is the first tangible product of th… read more
A
tragic incident has struck one of Africa's most celebrated luxury rail
operators. Rovos Rail has confirmed that
one of its trains was involved in a serious accident in Namibia during
the early hours of Sunday morning. The incident claimed the lives of two
crew members, casting a shadow over the renowned tourism compa… read more
Ghana's
Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued formal guidance
urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to and from the Middle
East as escalating regional hostilities generate serious security
concerns. The advisory, released over the weekend, adds to growing
indications that African governments are taking coordin… read more
Uganda's
national carrier has joined the growing list of African
airlines suspending operations to Middle Eastern
destinations following widespread airspace closures across the region.
The airline announced immediate suspension of scheduled services between
Entebbe International Airport and Dubai International Airport,… read more
South
Africa arrives at ITB Berlin 2026 riding a wave of unprecedented
tourism success, having welcomed a record-breaking 10.5
million international visitors during 2025. The rainbow nation's
delegation, led by Deputy Minister of Tourism Maggie Sotyu, descends
upon the German capital this week with clear objectives to … read more
After
years of delays and shifting priorities, Angola has
confirmed that its national carrier, TAAG-Linhas Aéreas de Angola, is
back on the privatisation agenda. The government in
Luanda has set an ambitious target: complete the sale process by the
end of 2026. For travel trade professionals
across t… read more
A
significant milestone in Angola's transport
infrastructure has been reached with the official start
of construction on a new railway branch that will link the eastern
interior to the country's vital Atlantic coast. The ceremony, attended
by senior government officials, marks the beginning of an ambitious
project se… read more
Fresh
water quality results from eThekwini
Municipality bring welcome news for anyone planning
seaside visits to South Africa's eastern coastline. According to the
latest testing conducted on 27 February 2026, 20 of
Durban's 23 monitored bathing beaches now meet national
recreational water safety sta… read more
A
leading name in luxury ocean travel has announced a fresh approach to
its holiday offerings, one that holds particular significance for
destinations across the African continent. Regent Seven
Seas Cruises has unveiled a collection of almost
50 multi-day land programmes designed to
extend the guest … read more
Fresh
economic data out of South Africa paints a striking picture of where
international visitors are choosing to spend their money — and for
anyone selling the destination, the answer is overwhelmingly the
Western Cape. According to figures released
by payment provider Yoco, three locations
alone — … read more
Kavango Zambezi TFCA launches Africa’s first cross-border avitourism route
Rovos Rail Train Derails in Namibia, Two Crew Members Lose Their Lives
Ghana Issues Travel Advisory as Middle East Tensions Prompt Emergency Planning
Uganda Airlines Halts Dubai Services Amid Regional Airspace Restrictions
South Africa Showcases Tourism Strength at ITB Berlin with Record Arrivals Momentum
Angola Moves to Sell National Airline TAAG as Part of Streamlined Privatisation Push
Angola Breaks Ground on Major Rail Project Connecting Eastern Provinces to Lobito Port
Twenty Durban Beaches Clear Water Safety Tests While Three Remain Temporarily Closed
Cape Town Gains Ground as Regent Cruise Line Unveils Extended Stay Options
Western Cape Draws 67% of South Africa's International Visitor Spend This Peak Season
