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The
2025 Airport Service Quality Customer Experience
Awards have once again placed South Africa's aviation
infrastructure firmly in the spotlight. Presented by
Airports Council International World, these
accolades represent the most trusted measure of airport performance in
the global aviation indust… read more
Ethiopia Stakes Its Claim as Africa's Next Major Business Events Powerhouse
The
transformation of Africa's business events landscape is accelerating,
and Ethiopia is positioning itself at the
forefront of this exciting shift. At the 20th edition of
Meetings Africa in Johannesburg, … read more
East
Africa's transport landscape is undergoing a significant transformation
as Tanzania pushes forward with one of its most ambitious
infrastructure projects. The Standard Gauge Railway
connecting Mwanza to Isaka has now achieved 68 per cent
completion, marking a major milestone in the country's quest to become a
re… read more
The
dream of moving freely across Africa without the hassle of visa
applications has taken another significant step forward. At a gathering
held alongside the 39th African Union Summit of Heads of
State and Government in Addis Ababa, senior leaders from
across the continent made it clear that removing travel barriers i… read more
A
fresh chapter is opening for air connectivity in central Africa.
Air Congo has announced the launch of five new regional
routes, marking the airline's first real push beyond the
borders of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
(DRC). Among the destinations now being added to its
network are … read more
Travel
professionals selling South Africa can breathe a little easier.
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) has
confirmed that operations have returned to normal following a fire that
caused significant disruption earlier this week. Airports
Company South Africa (ACSA) has announced that all
check-i… read more
A
fresh transport concept is generating conversation among infrastructure
planners and tourism stakeholders in the Western
Cape. The Capetrain, a
proposed elevated express rail network for Cape Town, is now being
presented with a significantly broader scope than when it first emerged —
and its potent… read more
A bold
push to grow intra-African tourism gained
serious momentum in Windhoek this week. The Namibia
Tourism Board and South African
Airways brought together local operators and travel trade
leaders from 15 African countries for a
focused B2B networking session desig… read more
Travellers
heading to one of Southern Africa's most spectacular and remote
wilderness areas need to adjust their plans. South African
National Parks has temporarily shut down the
pontoon ferry at Sendelingsdrift in the
|Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park
after high water levels … read more
The
ongoing military escalation in the Middle
East is sending shockwaves through international aviation
networks, creating a challenging environment for travellers across the
African continent. Recent strikes involving multiple nations in the
region have prompted authorities to impose airspace restrictions,
forcing a… read more
South African Airports Dominate Global Passenger Satisfaction Rankings for 2025
Ethiopia Signals MICE Readiness as Africa’s Business Events Map Expands
Tanzania's Rail Revolution: Mwanza–Isaka Line Advances Toward 2028 Launch
Africa's Push for Borderless Travel Gains Fresh Momentum at AU Summit
Air Congo Spreads Its Wings With Five New Routes Across the Continent
Proposed Capetrain Rail Link Could Transform Cape Town's Cruise Homeport Ambitions
Namibia and SAA Rally 15 African Nations to Build Intra-Continental Travel Demand
Richtersveld Pontoon Closed as Orange River Floods Force Detour for Visitors
Middle East Tensions Reshape Global Aviation with Significant Impact on African Routes
