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As
the African winter settles over the Lowveld region,
Kruger National Park transforms into one of
the continent's most rewarding wildlife destinations. For travel
professionals across sub-Saharan Africa seeking to guide clients toward
exceptional safari experiences, July presents an outstanding window of
opportunity… read more
A
leading aviation think-tank in Nigeria has raised serious concerns
about a government relief measure meant to support struggling domestic
carriers, arguing that the initiative has done little to ease the
financial burden on airlines or make flying more affordable for everyday
passengers. The Aviation Safety Roundtable
Initi… read more
In
a significant development for East African travel connectivity,
Kampala has earned its place among just 20 cities across
the African continent where the United States will
continue to offer full visa-processing services. This consolidation
forms part of a sweeping overhaul by Washington aimed at streamlining
consu… read more
The
Government of Ghana has formally advised
its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to South Africa, citing
growing concerns over what it described as escalating xenophobic attacks
targeting African nationals. The advisory, issued in Accra on 1 June
2026, marks a significant diplomatic development with potentially … read more
African
travel professionals seeking to sharpen their competitive edge in the
rapidly evolving business events sector will have a significant
opportunity later this month when the 9th Africa Business
Tourism and MICE Masterclass takes place in Johannesburg.
Scheduled for 25 to 26 June 2026 at the BDO Offices in Wandere… read more
Mauritius
has secured a significant boost to its continental connectivity with
the announcement that Ethiopian Airlines
will commence direct services to the Indian Ocean island nation next
month. Africa's largest carrier confirmed that thrice-weekly flights
between Addis Ababa and Port Louis will begin… read more
South
African Tourism has taken decisive steps to address
growing concerns among African travellers following a wave of booking
cancellations triggered by recent civil unrest and isolated incidents
affecting foreign nationals in certain parts of the country. The
national tourism body issued a formal statement on 28 May… read more
The
Kenyan capital recently played host to a landmark celebration as
Triply, the travel technology company that
has been quietly reshaping how African travel businesses operate,
gathered industry leaders for its first-ever Gala Dinner and Awards
Ceremony. The evening marked not only the firm's fifth anniversary but
a… read more
Cameroon
has taken a decisive step toward modernising its railway sector by
launching a search for a specialist consultant to update the country's
National Railway Master Plan. The initiative, driven by the Ministry of
Transport through the Regional Project for the Improvement
of the Performance of the Douala–N… read more
The
Central African aviation landscape continues to evolve as regional
carriers navigate the complex balance between aircraft capacity,
operational costs, and market realities. Recent developments surrounding
Fly Gabon's fleet adjustments have sparked
renewed discussion among industry observers about how African airlin… read more
Why July Offers Unmatched Safari Experiences at Kruger National Park
Nigerian Aviation Body Proposes Fuel-for-Stability Programme to Cut Airfares
Uganda Secures Strategic Position as US Retains Kampala Among Elite African Visa Hubs
Ghana Issues Travel Advisory Against South Africa Amid Rising Xenophobic Incidents
MICE Industry Leaders to Gather in Johannesburg for Flagship Continental Masterclass
Ethiopian Airlines Launches Mauritius Route, Unlocking Vast African Network for Island Nation
South Africa Moves to Restore Confidence After Booking Cancellations Hit Tourism Sector
Triply Celebrates Five Years of Innovation with Inaugural Awards Ceremony in Nairobi
Cameroon Seeks Consultant to Reshape Railway Future Along Strategic Central African Corridor
Strategic Fleet Decisions Shape the Future of Central African Air Connectivity
