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A
landmark decision by Zimbabwe and Zambia
promises to reshape the travel experience at one of Southern Africa's
most treasured crossings. Both nations have reached agreement to remove
heavy commercial vehicles and freight trains from the
historic Victoria Falls Bridge, redirecting
industrial traffic… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has marked a remarkable milestone with
celebrations honouring eighty years of continuous aviation operations,
choosing Lagos as a key venue to recognise the carrier's enduring
relationship with Nigeria. The event at Murtala Muhammed
International Airport brought together aviation
o… read more
Seychelles
has formally received a comprehensive strategy designed to guide the
development of its cruise tourism sector through to 2033. The document,
developed in partnership with the United Nations Economic
Commission for Africa, represents the conclusion of two
years of rigorous analysis and widesp… read more
Ibom
Air has reinforced its executive team with the
appointment of Captain Banjana Bailor as
the carrier's new Director of Flight Operations. The Nigerian airline,
which has established itself as a prominent domestic operator with
growing regional ambitions, says this leadership addition reflects its
… read more
A
landmark legal decision handed down in Abuja has significantly
strengthened the position of consumer watchdogs within Nigeria's
aviation landscape. The Federal High Court
has rejected an attempt by a major domestic carrier to limit regulatory
oversight, sending a powerful message to airlines operating across the
co… read more
South
Africa has once again demonstrated its culinary prowess on the world
stage, with two of its restaurants earning places among
the finest steak destinations globally. The recently
released World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants 2026 list confirms the
nation's growing reputation as a serious contender in internat… read more
Travel
professionals booking clients into Kruger National
Park should be aware of significant route disruptions
currently affecting the southern and central sections of South Africa's
flagship wildlife reserve. South African National
Parks, commonly known as SANParks, has confirmed that
several impor… read more
The
African travel and tourism sector is witnessing a pivotal
transformation as the continent's aviation industry records growth
figures that surpass worldwide benchmarks. African
carriers have posted traffic increases that outperform the global
average, marking a significant shift in how the world
perceives the cont… read more
Proflight
Zambia has announced an exciting expansion of its
regional network with a brand new service connecting
Lusaka, Livingstone, and Maun in Botswana.
The airline will commence operations on this pioneering three-city link
on 2 May 2026, marking a significant
milestone for trave… read more
African
travel professionals coordinating safari experiences to
Kruger National Park must take immediate
note of a critical infrastructure disruption affecting one of the
reserve's most frequented entry points. A portion of the
R531, commonly referred to as Orpen Road,
has sustained severe damage due… read more
Victoria Falls Bridge Set for Tourism Transformation as Heavy Freight Diverts Downstream
Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates Eight Decades of Flight with Special Lagos Anniversary Event
Seychelles Unveils Ambitious Cruise Tourism Blueprint Backed by United Nations Expertise
Seasoned Aviator Takes Charge of Ibom Air Flight Operations as Expansion Continues
Nigerian Court Affirms Consumer Protection Authority Over Aviation Industry Operations
South Africa Secures Two Spots on Global Elite Steak Restaurant Rankings
Kruger National Park Issues Critical Road Closure Alert Affecting Safari Access
Africa's Aviation Surge Outpaces Global Averages, Signalling New Era for Continental Tourism
Proflight Zambia Unveils Strategic Route Linking Zambia to Botswana's Wildlife Hub
