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Europe's Safety Focus Creates Opportunities
The UN Tourism’s Safe Destinations Challenge is creating a ripple effect, impacting not only European destinations but also offering valuable insights for African travel professionals. This initiative, launched in early 2025, aims to bolster crisis preparedness in the European travel sector, a region… read more
Key South African Trade Shows Set 2026 Dates, Eyeing Growth
South African Tourism has announced the 2026 dates for its flagship trade shows, Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba, signaling a renewed focus on boosting the continent's tourism sector. These events, vital for connecting African tourism businesses with global markets, are strategically positioned to dri… read more
Ride the Wave of Responsible Tourism: KZN's Sardine Run & Beach Safety
The KwaZulu-Natal coastline is currently experiencing one of nature’s grandest spectacles: the annual Sardine Run. This extraordinary marine migration brings billions of sardines northwards along the coast, creating a vibrant ecosystem teeming with marine life. While this phenomenon offers incredible wildlif… read more
G20 Boost for Northern Cape: Agent Opportunities Await
South Africa's Northern Cape is poised for a tourism surge, thanks to initiatives aligned with the G20 tourism priorities. This presents exciting new prospects for African travel agents seeking to expand their offerings and tap into a region rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Deput… read more
South Africa’s Spring Forecast
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released its seasonal climate outlook for July to November 2025, providing valuable insights for African travel agents planning itineraries for the upcoming months. The forecast indicates a mix of weather conditions across different regions, presenting bot… read more
Lobito Corridor: A New Frontier for African Travel?
At the U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Luanda, Zambia’s Minister of Transport and Logistics, Museba Frank Tayali, championed a vision of enhanced connectivity across Africa. His message resonated strongly with travel professionals eager to tap into the continent’s burgeoning travel and trade potential. At the heart of this vision lies… read more
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
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