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Tintswalo Boulders has relaunched with revamped design and interiors and
the introduction of its new ‘coastal club’ concept - a destination-led approach
to position the 9-suite boutique hotel as a home-base for a longer, and more
immersive coastal stay on False Bay. The coastal club concept includes half
board and encourages longer stays, in… read more
Qantas will introduce the first-ever non-stop flights between Sydney and Cape Town from October 2027, marking a major change in Australia–South Africa air links. The new service will operate seasonally, running from October to March, which is Cape Town’s summer. This decision is part of Qantas’ … read more
Cape Town’s culinary scene has gained new international attention after three of its restaurants were featured in the 2026 World's 50 Best Restaurants rankings, announced on 5 November 2026 in Lima, Peru. La Colombe, located on Silvermist Wine Estate in Constantia… read more
Fastjet Mozambique has resumed flights after a seven-year absence, launching a Maputo–Vilankulo route with a fully booked inaugural round trip. The airline’s return introduces direct competition for LAM – Mozambique Airlines, which had operated the route alone since Fastjet susp… read more
Durban’s eThekwini Municipality has confirmed that 22 of its 23 monitored beaches remain open for swimming as of 06 November 2026. The only exception is Reunion Beach on the southern coastline, which is closed after recording an E. coli result above 24,196 cfu/100ml in a sample … read more
Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang,has called on the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) to strengthen operations and infrastructure at Kotoka International Airport in Accra. Speaking at the company’s 20th Anniversary Lecture and Awards Ceremony in Accra, she said … read more
Ghana is moving closer to launching a new national airline, following a meeting between President John Dramani Mahama and Boeing officials on 6 November 2026. According to the Ghanaian Presidency, preliminary studies have confirmed the project’s viability and a roadmap has been agreed… read more
Eswatini Air has announced that Nairobi, Kenya will become its sixth destination, marking a significant step in the airline’s regional expansion. The carrier is entering the East African aviation market after launching flights to other regional hubs such as Lusaka, Johan… read more
Air Côte d’Ivoire has launched Club Air Côte d'Ivoire, an invitation-only programme for its most frequent premium travellers, on 6 November 2026 in Abidjan. The launch event brought together 150 founding members and the Minister of Transport, marking a new step in the airline’s … read more
Kenya is increasing destination assurance and international marketing to maintain traveller confidence, with industry leaders projecting 15 to 20 per cent business growth following recent global trade events. At the close of World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) CEO … read more
Tintswalo Boulders launches its new Coastal Club concept on False Bay
Qantas launches Sydney–Cape Town non-stop and Project Sunrise Sydney–London ultra-long-haul
Cape Town restaurants earn global recognition in 2026 World's 50 Best Restaurants rankings
Fastjet Mozambique returns after seven years, breaking Air Mozambique’s monopoly on Maputo–Vilankulo
Durban keeps 22 beaches open for swimming as Reunion Beach closes after high E. coli result
Ghana’s Vice President urges airport upgrades to boost Accra’s role as West African aviation hub
Ghana advances plans for new national airline with Boeing support and private sector model
Eswatini Air adds Nairobi as sixth destination, targets East African market growth
Air Côte d’Ivoire launches invitation-only Club for frequent Abidjan–Paris premium travellers
Kenya calls for evidence-based advisories as tourism sector reports strong growth after WTM London
