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In
light of a troubling increase in antisemitic and Islamophobic hate
crimes in Australia, the Nigerian government has taken the precautionary
step of issuing a travel advisory to caution its citizens against traveling to Australia. This advisory highlights the prevalence of verbal abuse, harassment, and discrimina… read more
At the close of 2024, Starlink revealed its plans to implement a revised pricing structure
for its services. This decision comes on the heels of a previous
attempt to adjust tariffs on October 1, 2024, which encountered
significant backlash and scrutiny from the Nigerian Communications
Commission (NCC).
The
NCC e… read more
The
smartphone market is gearing up for a robust year in 2025, driven by
several key factors including product portfolio refreshes from leading
handset manufacturers, an increasing consumer interest in innovative
artificial intelligence (AI) features, and a growing demand for
affordable 5G devices.
According to the latest data fr… read more
Weather Conditions:
The weather during this time of year remains largely consistent with the typical patterns observed in January. This period is traditionally recognized as the flood season, where heavy rainfall can lead to rivers overflowing their banks unexpectedly. Travelers and locals alike should… read more
As of December 2024, the U.S. Department of State has designated 21 nations under its Level 4 "Do Not Travel" advisory, which notably includes seven countries in Africa. This classification indicates that these destinations present extreme risks, encompassing threats such as … read more
Airlink
regrets to inform its customers of disruptions affecting several of its
daily flight services from Johannesburg and Cape Town to Maputo,
Mozambique, as a result of the ongoing civil unrest in the region. The
airline is taking these measures to ensure the safety and well-being of
its passengers.
Two flights were significan… read more
Emirates recently celebrated a significant milestone with the launch of its inaugural commercial flight featuring the first Airbus A350, which took off from Dubai to Edinburgh on January 4, 2025.
This remarkable aircraft is the first of a total of 65 A350s that will be added to Emirates’ expansive fleet. The A350 is designed … read more
On
Friday, Ghana’s outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo made a historic
announcement regarding visa-free travel for all African passport
holders, effective from the start of this year. This significant move is
seen as a vital step toward achieving greater economic integration
across the continent.
The
announcement was made during… read more
AerCap Holdings has recently finalized a significant sale and leaseback agreement with TAAG Angola Airlines for a brand new Boeing 787-9, which is scheduled for delivery in February 2025.
This acquisition marks a pivotal moment for TAAG, as it represents the
airline's first entry into the 787-9 market, a… read more
Get ready to connect, collaborate, and elevate your business to unprecedented heights! Registration is now open for Meetings Africa 2025, the continent’s most influential business events trade show. This exciting event will take place from February 24 to 26, 2025,
at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesbu… read more