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South Africa’s Tourism Minister removes SAT Board chairperson and deputy over excessive meetings
South Africa’s Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, has announced significant changes to the South African Tourism (SAT) Board, c… read more
Kenya Court Blocks Controversial Adani Airport Deal
Kenya's High Court has intervened decisively to halt a highly controversial agreement involving the Adani Group from India, which was poised to take control of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). This ruling has been warmly welcomed by critics and is being hailed as a significant victory for the citizens of Kenya.
The… read more
NANTA inks partnership with Eko Hotel
The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) has signed a marketing contract agreement with Eko hotel, brand hospitality company in the country to upscale its cultural tourism offering.
A statement by NANTA said that the partnership is tagged: ‘The Theatre of Lights.’
The over 25 creative themed cultural … read more
Tourism Minister chosen as special guest at 2024 Akwaaba in Lagos
Mrs. Lola Ade-John, the Minister of Tourism has been chosen as the Special Guest of Honour at the forthcoming 20th edition of Akwaaba African Travel Market. The three days tourism and hospitality event, which would start on September 22 through 24 in Lagos, would also highlight the seventh African Youth Tourism Bantaba.
A sta… read more
The Plettenberg appoints Executive Chef
The Plettenberg has appointed Ewald Schulenburg as Executive Chef at The Plettenberg.
He trained at Warwick’s Chefs Training School in Hermanus and comes with 17 years’ experience. He started his career at Arabella Hotel & Spa, followed by Simola Go… read more
Akwaaba African Travel Market: 20 Years of Shaping the Travel and...
The 20th edition of Akwaaba African Travel Market, Africa’s leading tourism and hospitality event, is set to take place in Lagos, Nigeria, from September 22nd to 24th, 2024.
This year’s event promises to be an unforgettable experience, with a packed agenda that includes the 7th African Youth Tourism Bantaba, a keynote address by Nig… read more
Yesterday: OR Tambo International Airport was experiencing power outages
Yesterday, the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) confirmed that OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg experienced a significant power outage. The airport was forced to operate on essential supply only, causing potential disruptions to the usual airport operations.
ACSA reported that the power outag… read more
African Tourism Leadership Forum (ATLF) 2024: Catalyzing transformation in tourism
The African Tourism Leadership Forum (ATLF) 2024 is poised to redefine the landscape of travel, tourism, and investments across Africa. Und… read more
International travellers in South Africa should carry their original passport at all times
The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA), a non-profit organization based in South Africa that serves as the leading voice for inbound tourism in the region, is asking all inte… read more
South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (September 2024 - January 2025)
The South AfricanSafa Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period September 2024 to January 2025. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently still in a neu… read more
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