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Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has scooped
the “Most Innovative Airport Initiative” award at
the Future Travel Experience fair in Dublin. Its
AI-powered customer service agent, the BER
Agent, impressed judges with its 24/7 multilingual
support and elimination of call waiting times. This win h… read more
Turkish
Airlines is returning to the Sabre GDS
platform on June 24, 2025, restoring seamless access for
African travel agents. This renewed partnership promises to
significantly enhance distribution reach and unlock new opportunities
for agents across the continent.
The
agreement between … read more
United
Nigeria Airlines has partnered with Sabre,
a leading travel technology provider, marking a significant leap for
the airline and opening exciting new avenues for African travel
agents. This collaboration grants over 50,000 travel
agents in 200 countries access to United Nigeria Airlines’
fares and in… read more
The
International Air Transport Association
(IATA) is bolstering its commitment to the African
aviation sector with enhanced data solutions designed to empower
airlines and airports across the continent. At the recent Routes Europe
2025 event in Seville, Spain, IATA showcased its latest advancements,
emphasizing the… read more
Hawaiian
Airlines has eliminated its GDS
surcharge, a move that has resonated across the travel
industry and sparked interest among African travel
professionals. This decision, part of the airline’s
merger integration with Alaska Airlines,
signals a potential shift in distrib… read more
A major shift in air travel bookings is underway, promising
exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. Sabre
Corporation, a leading travel technology provider, has
activated Air France and KLM’s New
Distribution Capability (NDC) content, unlocking a wealth of
benefits for agencies conn
… read more
A new player has entered the satellite internet arena, and its
presence could significantly impact Africa’s travel and
tourism landscape. Amazon’s Project
Kuiper, with its recent launch of 27 operational
satellites, is poised to challenge established providers like Starlink,
offering exciting new poss… read more
Cyberattacks are a growing concern for
businesses across Africa, and the travel
sector is no exception. Kaspersky’s latest
data, presented at the GITEX Africa conference,
reveals a concerning rise in cyber threats targeting
businesses across the continent, impacting everything from online
bo… read more
Verve, Africa’s largest domestic payment
card and token brand, is making significant strides in the
digital payments landscape, creating exciting new
opportunities for African travel agents. Through
strategic partnerships and technological advancements, Verve is
enhancing payment options for travel bookings… read more
In today’s digital age, authenticity in travel marketing is
more critical than ever. A recent UK study by
Icelandair reveals growing traveler skepticism towards
AI-generated content, highlighting the
importance of genuine experiences and transparent marketing for African
travel agents.
The stu… read more