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Severe weather off South Africa forces Crown Princess to delay Cape Town, divert to Durban
The Crown Princess, a 3,080-passenger vessel currently on a 113-day world cruise, experienced an unexpected itinerary change due to severe weather off the coast of South Africa. Originally scheduled to dock in Cape Town on June 25t… read more
Zimbabwe’s Digital Border Revolution: Streamlined Entry Opens Doors for Travel Trade
Zimbabwe has fully launched its cutting-edge Online Border Management System (OBMS), marking a significant leap forward for the nation’s travel and tourism sector. This innovative digital platform promises to revolutionize immigration procedures, offering a seamless and efficient experience for both travelers and bor… read more
Navigating the Visa Rush: VFS Global's Security Upgrade for Smoother African Travel
As African travel flourishes, a surge in visa applications has brought a concerning rise in fraudulent activities. VFS Global, a leading visa processing firm, has issued a crucial advisory, alerting Kenyan travelers and travel agents to be wary of scams involving fake early appointme… read more
AWA Bridges Lagos & Ouagadougou
Africa World Airlines (AWA) is launching a game-changing direct flight between Lagos, Nigeria (LOS), and Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso (OUA), starting July 1st, 2025. This new route opens exciting opportunities for African travel agents to tap into growing business and tourism demand.
This d… read more
US Visa Rules Shift: Agent Toolkit
New US visa restrictions are impacting African travel, prompting agents to adapt their strategies. Seven African nations face a full travel ban, while three others have partial restrictions, creating challenges for US-bound travel.
The full ban affects nationals of Chad, the Republic o… read more
Emirates Boosts Barcelona Flights
Emirates is significantly expanding its presence in Barcelona, a move that presents exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. Starting October 26, 2025, the airline will introduce a third daily flight to the Spanish city, boosting its current 14 weekly services to 21. This expansion translates to a su… read more
Luanda Conference to Chart Africa’s Aviation-Tourism Future
Luanda, Angola is set to host a pivotal conference shaping the future of African travel. The 2nd UN Tourism and ICAO Ministerial Conference on Tourism and Air Transport in Africa, taking place from July 22nd to 24th, 2025, will bring together key players to address the synergistic growth of these vital sectors… read more
Abuja Reassures Travel Agents: Business as Usual Amidst Heightened Security
Abuja, Nigeria's vibrant capital, is reinforcing its commitment to visitor safety amidst recent security advisories. The city is actively engaging with the travel trade, emphasizing its robust security measures and reassuring agents that business continues as usual. This proactive approach aims to address any concerns an… read more
Ethiopian Airlines Eyes Angola's Domestic Market: Huíla Province Beckons
Ethiopian Airlines is exploring expansion into Angola’s domestic aviation market, focusing on the potential of Huíla province and its capital, Lubango. This move could significantly enhance regional connectivity within Angola and across Africa, opening up new opportu… read more
Chef Gibbs Unveils Nigeria’s Culinary Tourism Vision
Nigeria is making a bold move to become a top gastronomy tourism hub in Africa. At the Second Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa in Arusha, Tanzania, renowned culinary expert Chef Gbolabo Adebakin (Chef Gibbs) presented a compelling strategy to elevate Nigeria’s food culture on the glob… read more
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