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Botswana begins screening travellers for mpox at ports of entry
The Government of Botswana has implemented surveillance checks for the mpox virus at its main trade ports of entry on 19 August 2024. These are the countries main airports, Sir Seretse K… read more
Pindi Chana reappointed Tanzania’s Minister of Natural Resources & Tourism
Tanzania’s President, Samia Suluhu Hassan in a latest cabinet reshuffle, has reassigned Pindi Hazara Chana to head the country’s Natural Resour… read more
IBTM World 2024 to address global challenges at renowned Association Leaders Forum
IBTM World, the world-leading global trade show for the meetings and events industry, has revealed the first details of its 2024 Association Leaders Forum, created in partnership with ESAE (European Society of Association Executives) and sponsored by Amsterdam Convention Bureau.
The industry-leading programme will address pra… read more
SADC Tourism Night in full swing at Heritage Cultural Village
The highly anticipated SADC Tourism Night, which is being hosted by the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, has kicked off in style at the Heritage Cultural Village, Museum of African Liberation in Harare.
The event started at 5 pm and has attracted several dignitaries, including SADC ministers and senior officials, ambass… read more
10th FIKANI Tourism Fair projects Mozambique’s vibrant tourism & cultural potentials
The 10th edition of FIKANI Mozambique, the country’s premier International Tourism Fair, has concluded on a high note, reinforcing Mozambique’s position as a leading tourism and cultural destination in Africa. The event, which took place from August 8th to 11th at the Mozambique-China Cultural Centre, attracted significant participation f… read more
Again, expert calls on Keyamo to appoint board members for aviation agencies
For the umpteenth time, experts in the Nigerian aviation industry have called on Barr. Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development to appoint a Board of Directors for the aviation agencies.
This time around, Dr. Gabriel Olowo, the Chairman, Sabre Technology President of Sabre Travel Network, in an interview wit… read more
Ten bad customer service and CX habits you need to stop
Recently, Bob Newhart, a famous comedian and actor, passed away. He started his career as a stand-up comedian and eventually hit it big on television, starring in a TV series aptly named The Bob Newhart Show. His awards include three Grammy Awards, an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe, and the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. In 1960… read more
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg is experiencing delays
The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has confirmed that OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg is currently experiencing rotational delays. This is affecting operations for both international and… read more
2nd Abuja airport runway: Keyamo leads delegation to two European countries
In a bid to effectively kickstart the construction of a second runway for the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA), Abuja, Mr. Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development has led the Nigerian high delegation to two European countries.
A statement by Mr. Tunde Moshood, Special Assistant, Media and Communi… read more
We want destinations with tourism potential to be able to attract investments in their value chains
Right from its first edition, Tourism Investments Forum Africa (TIFA), has lived up to the expectations of continent-wide stakeholders.
How did the 2nd edition of TIFA went, especially on the side-lines of WTM Africa?
It was overall well with good spread of projects and speaker lineup. We had new destinations; … read more
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