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The latest overhaul of Canada’s travel
advisories has sent a powerful signal across Africa’s
tourism sector, with a sweeping update that now places 15
African countries under the highest levels of risk.
Issued between November 13 and 15, 2025, this move marks one of the most
significant Western reasses… read more
The opening day of
Creatives Connect Afrika marked a pivotal
moment for Africa’s creative economy, as the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel
in Accra, Ghana, became the epicentre of continental innovation and
collaboration. The event, orchestrated by Africa Tourism
Partners (ATP) in partnership with the
… read more
The
decision by Somaliland to halt any
passenger movements routed through
Mogadishu has become one of the most
consequential developments in the region’s aviation landscape this year.
Announced for enforcement from 1 December, the directive blocks all
airlines serving Hargeisa from u… read more
ATTA® Group Events are
delighted to announce two important appointments to the team,
strengthening our capacity across buyer engagement and event operations as
we continue to grow our events portfolio. ATTA Group Events is a
newly fully owned subsidiary of ATTA® and is responsible for managing and
delivering a… read more
South Africa has signalled a bold shift toward
continent‑leading digital tourism services with the unveiling of a new
Smart Tourism Visitor Information Centre at
OR Tambo International Airport. Introduced
by Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille, the centre represents a landmark
step in the country… read more
Nigeria’s
leading airline, Air Peace, has made a
landmark contribution to the KNOSK (Knowledge, Skill and Kreativity)
100NairaADay Secondary School in Kuje, Abuja, becoming the first major
Nigerian corporate body to provide significant support. The donation
includes essential laptops and one-year scholarships for 20 st… read more
The
National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism
(NIHOTOUR) has signed a landmark Memorandum of
Understanding with the National Bureau of Statistics
(NBS), marking a pivotal moment for Nigeria's
hospitality, travel, and tourism sector. This partnership is designed to
address the persistent challeng… read more
South Africa’s business events
industry is entering a dynamic new era with the appointment of
Ms Corne Koch as the new
Chief Convention Bureau Officer at the helm
of the South African National Convention Bureau
(SANCB), effective 1 December 2025. This announcement
comes as the countr… read more
The United Kingdom’s Home
Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has issued a
stark warning that could reshape travel and business ties between the UK
and several southern African nations. In a move that has sent ripples
through the African travel and business community, Mahmood announced in
the House of Commons that the UK is pr… read more
Barcelona
welcomed the return of IBTM World 2025
with a ceremonial ribbon cutting by Exhibition Director
Claudia Hall and key event partners,
reaffirming the city’s pivotal role in the evolution of the global
events industry. The gathering, which has become a cornerstone for the
meetings, incentives,… read more
Canada's Sweeping African Travel Ban: 15 Nations Face New Tourism Reality
Creatives Connect Afrika Sets New Pace for Cross-Border Growth in Africa’s Creative Industries
Horn of Africa Airspace Rift Forces New Rerouting Strategies
ATTA Group Events Welcomes Two New Team Members
Smart visitor hub at OR Tambo ushers in new era for South Africa’s digital tourism
Air Peace Becomes First Major Nigerian Corporate Supporter of NairaADay Secondary School in Abuja
Nigeria Launches Data Partnership to Transform Tourism Intelligence and Planning
South Africa Unveils New Convention Bureau Leadership as Business Events Sector Gains Momentum
IBTM World 2025 Opens in Barcelona, Spotlighting AI, Empathy, and Global Event Innovation
