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Addis Ababa's Five-Star Boom: A New Era for Conference Tourism
Ethiopia is rapidly emerging as a prime destination for conference tourism, fueled by a surge in five-star hotels in its capital, Addis Ababa. This development signals a significant upgrade in the city's hospitality landscape, promising enhanced quality services and increased capaci… read more
Rwanda's Tourism Boom
Rwanda’s travel and tourism sector is experiencing an unprecedented surge, creating lucrative opportunities for African travel agents. The sector's remarkable performance in 2024, breaking all previous records, signals a vibrant market ripe with potential for travel professionals.
According to the World Travel and To… read more
South Africa's Digital Visa Scheme Fuels Tourism Boom, Creating New Opportunities for Travel Agents
South Africa’s groundbreaking Digital Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) is transforming the nation’s tourism landscape, creating exciting new prospects for travel agents across the continent. This innovative program has already welcomed over 11,000 tourists from China and India in just three months… read more
Namibia's Hosea Kutako Airport Access Remains Smooth Despite B6 Road Works
Travel agents across Africa can reassure their clients: Access to Namibia’s Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) remains virtually unaffected by the temporary road works currently underway on the B6 route. While a short section near the popular Heja Game Lodge is undergoing impr… read more
Botswana Tourism’s Future Forged Through Public-Private Partnership
The Botswana Guides Association (BOGA) recently met with Minister of Environment and Tourism, Wynter Boipuso Mmolotsi, marking a significant step towards fortifying the nation’s tourism sector. This collaboration underscores Botswana’s commitment to fostering a thriving and sustainable tourism indust… read more
Ethiopia: Conference Tourism Boom Creates Agent Goldmine
Ethiopia is rapidly becoming a hot spot for conference tourism, and for travel agents across Africa, this translates to a wealth of new business opportunities. Addis Ababa, the nation's capital, is undergoing a remarkable transformation, establishing itself as a premier destination for conferences, summits, and large-scale event… read more
Namibia’s Coastal Boom: Luxury Tourism’s Steady Growth
Namibia’s tourism sector is witnessing a fascinating interplay of trends, with coastal areas emerging as star performers while the industry navigates fluctuating occupancy rates. April 2025 saw a 55% hotel occupancy rate across the country, slightly trailing the 58.19%… read more
Kenya-Uganda Tourism Boom: Seamless Travel Fuels 27% Growth Projection
Kenya is making significant strides in attracting Ugandan tourists, projecting a remarkable 27% increase in arrivals, aiming to reach 300,000 visitors by year-end. This ambitious goal is underpinned by strategic initiatives focusing on seamless travel, cultural exchange, and targeted marketing campaigns.
A key driver of this gr… read more
Tanzania’s New Bridge Sets Stage for Lake Victoria Tourism Boom
Tanzania’s travel sector is poised for a significant boost with the unveiling of the JP Magufuli Bridge, a landmark infrastructure project set to reshape regional connectivity and unlock exciting new tourism opportunities. Spanning 3 kilometers across Lake Victoria, this impressive structure, suppor… read more
Tunisia: Untapped Cultural Gems Beckon African Travel Agents
Tunisia is brimming with untapped tourism potential, poised to become a major economic driver, according to European Union Ambassador Giuseppe Perrone. Having personally explored various regions and witnessed firsthand the progress of EU-funded projects, Ambassador Perrone expressed… read more
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