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Zim starts processing e-passports in SA
Zimbabwe has started processing e-passports for its citizens in South Africa, with a newly refurbished building now set for commissioning after the conclusion of the elections in that country. The issuing of the e-passports follows President Mnangagwa's directive that such documents should be accessible to all Zimbabweans reg… read more
Namiba receives 101 camels to boost Tourism activity
A total of 101 camels from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were brought to southern Namibe province on Wednesday, with the aim to boost tourism and meat and milk production in the area.
According to Namibe's deputy provincial governor for Political, Social and Economic sector, Abel Kapitango, the animals are in good hea… read more
On Show Solutions brings Africa Showcase to South Africa for three-day event
On Show Solutions, the organisers of Africa Showcase, the continent’s premium tourism roadshow specialists, is storming South Africa for a three-day event.
The event is scheduled to hold in three South African cities; Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town on June 11, 12 and 13, 2024, respectively, and will offer a platform… read more
NANTA: Clearance of $850m foreign airlines’ trapped funds deepens Nigeria’s image
The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA), has said that the clearance of $850 million trapped funds belonging to foreign airlines in the country by the Federal Government would further boost the nation’s image in the comunity of nations.
The association also lauded the Federal Government its agencies like t… read more
Press Realease: SADC on Namibia Visa Regime
The SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance has expressed deep concern over Namibia's proposed restrictive visa regime, which could severely hamper the country's tourism industry and economic growth.
This policy shift appears to contradict Namibia Airports Company’s recently launched air access strategy, “Air Connect Namibia”, a… read more
This city in South Africa was named the world's 2nd best city for food 2024
Time Out, a global culture, entertainment and events magazine, recently asked thousands of locals all about eating out in their cities to rank the world’s culinary capitals in 2024. The city-dwellers were quizzed on their city’s must-visit restaurants… read more
AviaDev Africa 2024: Namibia Tourism Board to host welcome reception for delegates
AviaDev Africa, the continent’s leading platform dedicated to growing connectivity to, from and within the African continent, is set for its 8th edition and maiden event in Windhoek, Namibia.
The top tier aviation event will gather airlines, airports, tourism authorities, governments and industry suppliers under one roof to u… read more
Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (June 2024 - October 2024)!
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period June 2024 to October 2024.
According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO… read more
UN Tourism Secretary-General calls for a people-centered transformation of sector
With six years to go for the deadline of the Global Goals, UN Tourism Secretary-General has called for a people-centered transformation of … read more
Nigeria’s blocked airline funds fall by 98%
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported a 28% decrease in the amount of airline funds blocked from repatriation by governments. The total blocked funds at the end of April stood at approximately $1.8 billion, a reduction of $708 million (28%) since December 2023.
IATA reiterated the call for government… read more
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