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The
Amadeus Travel Trends 2026 report,
developed in partnership with Globetrender, is making waves across the
global tourism sector—and its insights are especially relevant for
Africa’s dynamic travel industry. As the continent’s airlines, hotels,
and destinations look to the future, these six transformative trends
o… read more
November
marked a pivotal step forward for Egypt’s transport ambitions with the
signing of a landmark 15-year contract to
manage and operate the country’s burgeoning high-speed electric train
network. The agreement, witnessed by Lieutenant General
Kamel El-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial
… read more
The
international cruise scene is set for another boost as
TUI Cruises unveils its latest flagship,
Mein Schiff Flow, which will embark on an
18-night repositioning voyage from Cape Town to the Middle East in late
2026. This high-profile call further elevates Cape Town’s status as a
pivotal player on… read more
The
North West Parks and Tourism Board (NWPTB)
has set the stage for a dramatic shift in South Africa’s protected area
management, announcing sweeping tariff increases for
2025/26 across flagship reserves such as
Pilanesberg National Park,
Madikwe Game Reserve, and
… read more
In
a bold move set to reshape air travel in Nigeria and West Africa,
Enugu Air has unveiled plans to boost its
fleet to 20 aircraft by 2026 through the
acquisition of 14 additional planes. This announcement, made by Enugu
State Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, signals
the airline’s ambi… read more
Kampala
is making a decisive move to reinforce Uganda Airlines’ future, with
the government formally seeking an additional USD 117
million in funding for 2026 to lock in delivery slots for
ten new aircraft. The request, submitted to Parliament on 1 December
2025 by Transport Minister Edward Katumba
Wamala… read more
The Nigerian
Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has charted a new
course in African aviation, earning the distinction of being the
continent’s inaugural recipient of the Free Route Airspace
(FRA) award from the Africa Airlines Association
(AFRAA). This accomplishment not only cements Nigeria’s leadershi… read more
A new wave of competition is set to reshape Nigeria’s aviation
landscape as K-Impex Airline, a fledgling
carrier based in Abuja, confirms the Embraer
E190 as the cornerstone of its inaugural fleet. This
strategic decision marks a shift from the airline’s original business
plan, which had considered the… read more
In a welcome boost for KwaZulu-Natal’s tourism sector, the
eThekwini Municipality has confirmed that
all 23 beaches along Durban’s coastline are
officially open and safe for swimming as of 01 December 2025. This
announcement follows the latest round of comprehensive water quality
testing, providing tim… read more
South African Airways (SAA) and TAAG Angola Airlines have
officially launched a new strategic codeshare
agreement, marking a significant leap forward for
regional and intercontinental connectivity across Africa, Europe, and
South America. Ticket sales are now open, and travel under this
partnership commenced on 1 Decem… read more
Six Global Travel Shifts Set to Redefine Africa’s Tourism Landscape in 2026
Egypt’s High-Speed Rail Expansion Ushers in New Era for African Transportation and Tourism
New Mein Schiff Flow Debut Puts Cape Town at the Heart of Cruise Repositioning Routes
Sharp Tariff Hikes at North West Parks Signal New Era for Conservation—But at What Cost?
Enugu Air Targets Rapid Growth with 14 New Aircraft to Transform Regional Connectivity
Uganda Sets \$117 Million Target to Secure Aircraft Deliveries and Boost National Carrier
Nigerian Airspace Management Agency Sets New Standard with Africa’s First Free Route Airspace Award
K-Impex Airline to Launch Nigerian Operations with Embraer E190, Targeting Underserved Cities
Durban’s Full Coastline Cleared for Swimming as Festive Season Visitor Surge Begins
SAA and TAAG Angola Airlines Launch Codeshare, Unlocking Seamless Africa–Europe–South America Links
