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Luanda Hosts Key Aviation and Tourism Summit
African travel professionals, mark your calendars! Luanda, Angola, is set to host the 2nd UN Tourism and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Ministerial Conference on Tourism and Air Transport in Africa from 22–24 July 2025. This high-profile event offers a uniqu… read more
Somalia's Cutting-Edge Weather Tech: A Boon for Safer Skies & African Travel
Somalia has taken a monumental stride in enhancing aviation safety with the launch of a third-generation weather monitoring system. This state-of-the-art technology, powered by EUMETSAT’s advanced FCI and Lightning Imager satellites, offers real-time detection of severe weather events, includ… read more
Angola: Aviation Hub and SAATM Champion
Angola is set to host the 2nd UN Tourism-ICAO Ministerial Conference on Air Transport and Tourism in Africa, from July 22nd to 24th, 2025, in Luanda. This high-profile event will gather over 30 government ministers and 500 key decision-makers, marking a pivotal moment for the continent's avia… read more
OR Tambo Upgrades Spark Temporary Security Delays, but Smooth Skies Ahead for Savvy Agents
Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is currently undergoing operational changes, leading to longer security lines. Travel agents across Africa should advise their clients flying through JNB to plan accordingly and arrive early to avoid potential disruptions.
Airports Co… read more
Youth Tourism Summit Sparks Innovation and Opportunities for African Travel Agents
The 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit & Challenge, held in Johannesburg from June 24th to 27th, 2025, has concluded, leaving a powerful message of innovation, collaboration, and growth for the African travel industry. The summit, organized by Africa Tourism Partners in conjunction wi… read more
African Tourism Champions Honored for Sustainability
The African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA®) recently celebrated the winners of its second annual ATTA® for Action Awards at Experience Africa in London. The awards spotlight impactful tourism initiatives across the continent, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development… read more
WTM London 2025: Expanded Venue and New Features Set Stage for Record African Participation
WTM London 2025, returning to ExCeL London from November 4th to 6th, is gearing up to be the largest in its history. Building on the success of 2024, which saw an 11% increase in qualified buyers and over 34,000 meetings, this year’s event promises unparalleled opportunities for African travel professionals. Reg… read more
Navigating the U.S. Visa Maze: A Guide for African Travel Agents
The U.S. Embassy near Monrovia has issued a crucial update for all visa applicants, emphasizing the mandatory disclosure of social media activity. This amplified vetting process, part of a broader initiative by the United States government, aims to strengthen national security and refine visa screeni… read more
Navigating the Visa Rush: VFS Global's Security Upgrade for Smoother African Travel
As African travel flourishes, a surge in visa applications has brought a concerning rise in fraudulent activities. VFS Global, a leading visa processing firm, has issued a crucial advisory, alerting Kenyan travelers and travel agents to be wary of scams involving fake early appointme… read more
US Visa Rules Shift: Agent Toolkit
New US visa restrictions are impacting African travel, prompting agents to adapt their strategies. Seven African nations face a full travel ban, while three others have partial restrictions, creating challenges for US-bound travel.
The full ban affects nationals of Chad, the Republic o… read more
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