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The Ethiopian government’s landmark
policy to permit the duty-free importation of motorized
boats is set to reshape the nation’s tourism scene, with far-reaching
implications for Africa’s travel sector. This bold initiative was
highlighted recently by the Ministry of
Tourism, positioning Ethiopia’s lak… read more
The
Botswana Ministry of Environment and
Tourism, through its Department of Meteorological
Services, has unveiled the much-anticipated seasonal
rainfall and temperature outlook for October 2025 to March
2026. This forecast is set to shape the strategies of
safari operators, hospitality providers, and… read more
Inclusion, sustainability, and solidarity
as the pillars for the future of globa… read more
RwandAir is ramping up its focus
on Nigeria as a cornerstone market in West Africa, leveraging the
nation’s dynamic travel appetite and Rwanda’s forward-thinking visa-free
policy to attract a new wave of visitors. As the airline’s presence at
the 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market in Lagos made clear, Nigeria’s
connectivity to Kigali h… read more
In a rapidly evolving digital
economy, Nigeria stands out as a pivotal market for Visa’s ambitions
across Africa. Tareq Muhmood, Visa’s Regional President for Central and
Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA), highlights Nigeria’s
unique position as a powerhouse in digital payments, driven by its
large, youthful population an… read more
The
21st Akwaaba African Travel Market
With heavyweight backing from
the Lagos State Government, Air Peace,
Gambia, Wakanow, and Interswitch, Akwaaba’s mission—rooted in the mantra
“Africa travel Africa”—continues to gain traction. Since its inception
in 2004, the event has steadily grown into a … read more
South Africa has taken a
bold step to position itself as a premier destination for tourism
investment with the opening of its inaugural Tourism
Investment Summit at Investec in Cape Town. This landmark
event, convened by the Department of Tourism in partnership with
UN Tourism, the World Travel… read more
The
South African Weather Service (SAWS) has
issued its latest Seasonal Climate Watch,
providing travel and tourism stakeholders with important insights for
the period from September 2025 through January 2026. While the El
Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently in a neutral phase,
climate mode… read more
Uganda
has officially launched the second phase of the Entebbe
International Airport expansion, marking a significant
milestone in the country’s drive to modernise its aviation
infrastructure and strengthen its position as a key gateway in East
Africa. This new phase, backed by a substantial investment of
USD… read more
The
Qatari government has introduced sweeping
changes to its visa policy for Nigerian visitors, with a set of new
requirements that are set to dramatically alter the landscape for
leisure and short-term travel from Nigeria. These changes, announced
recently by the Qatari Ministry of
Interior, come in… read more
Ethiopia Opens Waterways to Boost Tourism with Duty-Free Boat Imports
Botswana’s 2025/26 Rainfall Outlook Promises Lush Safari Season and Vibrant Wildlife Encounters
South Africa’s G20 Presidency Champions Inclusive, Sustainable Tourism with Digital Innovation
RwandAir’s Daily Lagos-Kigali Flights and Visa-Free Entry Ignite Nigerian Tourism to Rwanda
Nigeria at the Heart of Visa’s Vision to Revolutionize Africa’s Digital Payment Landscape
South Africa Launches Tourism Investment Summit to Drive Growth, Jobs, and Regional Transformation
South Africa Set for Wetter Spring and Summer as Climate Watch Predicts La Niña Shift
Entebbe Airport Expansion Enters Phase 2, Boosting Uganda’s Regional Aviation Ambitions
Qatar Tightens Entry Rules: Nigerian Visitors Face New Visa Hurdles and Five-Star Only Stays
