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pioneering partnership between UN Tourism and the TUI Care
Foundation has resulted in direct funding and technical
support reaching five grassroots organisations across Africa. The
initiative, known as Colourful Cultures, marks the first time that UN
Tourism has provided financing directly to community-level
organi… read more
Botswana
has secured two major international accolades at the
PATWA International Travel Awards, held alongside ITB Berlin, one of the
world's most influential travel trade exhibitions. The southern African
nation received the coveted Destination of the Year award in the
Thrilling Experiences category, cementing its re… read more
The
turbulent rollout of cashless payments at Nigerian airport
tollgates has sparked important discussion about how
technology-driven reforms should be introduced at critical transport
infrastructure. Aviation experts are now calling for methodical
implementation approaches that prioritise passenger experience alongsid… read more
The
Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority mounted one of the largest
exhibition stands at ITB Berlin 2026, assembling major
local stakeholders to promote the Indian Ocean island as a peaceful and
accessible destination amid escalating geopolitical tensions affecting
other regions. The prominent presence underscores Mau… read more
The
Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has transitioned its cashless
tollgate policy to a hybrid model following presidential
intervention to address severe traffic congestion that plagued airport
access roads during the initial implementation. The adjustment, allowing
both digital and cash payments indefinitely, pr… read more
The
South African government has issued urgent guidance for citizens in the
Middle East to evacuate immediately as limited
commercial flight operations resume amid escalating regional conflict.
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation confirmed that
more than 6,400 South African nationals have register… read more
Nigeria's
premier travel industry body has successfully concluded zonal elections
across the country, installing new and returning
leadership teams as the organisation prepares for its landmark Annual
General Meeting in April. The National Association of Nigeria Travel
Agencies completed the democratic exercise across … read more
The
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority has closed 28 establishments across seven
cities in an ongoing enforcement operation targeting
accommodation providers and hospitality businesses operating without
proper registration or licensing. The crackdown signals governmental
determination to formalise the tourism sector as the cou… read more
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strategic shift is underway at Kenya
Airways as the national carrier moves to strengthen its
position in the leisure travel segment. The airline has announced a
partnership with TUI, one of the world's
largest tourism groups, to relaunch its holiday platform
KQ Holidays. For travel… read more
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significant recognition has been awarded to the man responsible for
modernising how Nigeria forecasts weather and supports aviation
operations. Professor Charles Anosike, Director General of
the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has been
named African Public Sector Leader of the
Year at the 2… read more
Five African NGOs Secure Historic Grants for Community Tourism Development
Botswana Claims Double Victory at Prestigious ITB Berlin Travel Awards
Nigerian Airport Tollgate Chaos Offers Lessons in Technology Implementation
Mauritius Reinforces Safe Destination Message at ITB Berlin Amid Regional Uncertainty
Nigeria Adopts Hybrid Tollgate Payments After Cashless Rollout Causes Airport Gridlock
South Africa Urges Over 6,400 Citizens to Evacuate Middle East on Resumed Flights
Nigerian Travel Agency Association Completes Nationwide Elections Ahead of Golden Jubilee
Zimbabwe Cracks Down on Unlicensed Tourism Operators in Nationwide Enforcement Campaign
Kenya Airways Partners With TUI to Revive Holiday Platform and Chase Leisure Market
Nigerian Weather Chief Wins Top African Leadership Award for Aviation Safety Work
