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Burkina
Faso has taken a significant step towards modernising its border
management by introducing a mandatory digital immigration
form system at Ouagadougou International Airport. Beginning April 8,
2026, all travellers entering or departing the West African nation will
be required to complete their immigration formal… read more
The
Kenyan government has increased its shareholding in Kenya
Airways to 50.1 percent, a move that consolidates state
control over the national carrier as authorities actively pursue a
strategic investor to support the airline's long-term recovery. This
adjustment follows the conclusion of the employee share ownership … read more
A
promising new chapter may be opening for cultural tourism
in northern Nigeria as the Federation of Tourism
Associations of Nigeria announces its intention to work closely with
Katsina State authorities. This collaboration aims to showcase the
region's heritage treasures to a wider audience while attracting
meaningf… read more
South
African Airways has begun accepting Bitcoin as a payment method for
flight bookings, becoming one of the first major African
carriers to integrate cryptocurrency into its consumer checkout process.
However, the true significance of this development extends far beyond
digital currency adoption. The underlying sett… read more
Nigeria's
aviation sector possesses enormous untapped potential, but realising
the ambition of establishing Lagos as a leading African
aviation hub will require sustained infrastructure
investment and deeper collaboration across the industry value chain.
This was the central message delivered by Dr. Thomas
Og… read more
The
National Association of Nigerian Travel
Agencies, widely known as NANTA, has firmly rejected
suggestions of gender imbalance within its leadership structures as the
organisation prepares for elections at its upcoming Annual General
Meeting in Ibadan. Senior figures within the association have emphasised
that lead… read more
Cunard
Line's legendary Queen Mary 2 will include Cape Town as a
marquee destination during the return leg of her 2026 World Voyage,
reinforcing South Africa's position as a vital port for prestigious
long-haul cruise itineraries connecting Asia and Europe.
The
iconic vessel, recognised as the largest oce… read more
Musanze
District authorities have announced an ambitious \$75 million
initiative to develop one of Rwanda's most historically
significant locations into a premier cultural tourism attraction. The
project centres on Buhanga kwa Gihanga, a sacred forest that served as
the coronation site for Rwandan monarchs throughout c… read more
As
the calendar turns to May, Kruger National
Park enters a compelling chapter that promises
outstanding opportunities for African tourism professionals seeking to
showcase one of the continent's premier wildlife destinations. The
transition from lush summer greenery to the golden hues of the dry
season creates ideal… read more
The
legendary cascade straddling the frontier between
Zimbabwe and Zambia enters one of its most
spectacular phases during May, offering African travel professionals a
compelling selling point for clients seeking unforgettable natural
encounters. Known to local communities as Mosi-oa-Tunya,
meaning "The Smoke… read more
Burkina Faso Goes Digital With Mandatory Online Immigration Forms at Ouagadougou Airport
Kenya Government Strengthens Control Over National Carrier Ahead of Major Investment Deal
FTAN Partners Katsina State to Unlock Northern Nigeria's Cultural Tourism Potential
SAA Bitcoin Integration Reveals Deeper Shift in Aviation Payment Infrastructure
Nigeria's NANTA Defends Merit-Based Leadership Ahead of Landmark Ibadan Elections
Queen Mary 2 to Make Overnight Cape Town Call During Epic 2026 World Voyage
Rwanda Unveils \$75 Million Plan to Transform Ancient Coronation Site into Cultural Destination
Kruger National Park Emerges Renewed After January Floods With Exceptional May Conditions
May Offers Prime Window to Experience Victoria Falls at Its Most Powerful
