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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria
(FAAN) is intensifying its drive for enhanced
professionalism and service delivery across the nation’s aviation
landscape. This renewed commitment was underscored by the recent visit
of Mr. Henry Agbebire, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer
Protection, to the N… read more
Prolonged and intense rainfall continues to disrupt large areas
of Limpopo and
Mpumalanga, with Kruger
National Park facing some of its most severe flooding in
recent memory. As of 16 January 2026, multiple sections of the park
remain inaccessible, and critical infrastructure has suffe… read more
For the global tourism industry,
Madrid is once again the centre of
attention as it hosts the 46th edition of the
International Tourism Fair (FITUR) from 21
to 25 January 2026. Organised by IFEMA MADRID, this premier event
continues to solidify its role as the world’s leading tourism platform,
with a… read more
The
MICE industry—encompassing meetings,
incentives, conferences, and exhibitions—has emerged as a powerful
engine for economic transformation across Africa. With the sector valued
at approximately US\$16.6 billion in 2023
and projected to soar to nearly US\$65.6 billion by
2032, the… read more
Air
Algérie has taken delivery of its third Airbus
A330-900neo, reinforcing the airline’s long-haul capabilities
and signaling increased potential for international connectivity across Africa
and beyond. Unlike the two previous A330-900neos introduced as brand-new
aircraft at the end of 2025, this latest ad… read more
Fresh momentum is building between Nigeria and
Turkey as both nations move to deepen their longstanding
relationship with a renewed focus on visa facilitation,
business mobility, and consular cooperation. This
commitment follows high-level discussions in Abuja, where Nigeria’s
Minister of Interior, … read more
The
United States, under the Trump administration, has enacted a sweeping
suspension of visa processing for 75
countries, with 26 African
nations included in the list. This move, effective from
21 January, primarily impacts would-be immigrants seeking US “green
cards,” but may also extend to certain … read more
The
widespread belief that the global online travel agency (OTA) market is
dominated by just two giants—Booking.com and Expedia—no longer holds
true in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. For those working in
Africa’s tourism sector, this shift is more than a global trend; it’s a
call to action to rethink distribution strategie… read more
In
a landmark move set to reshape the continent’s aviation landscape,
work has commenced on Ethiopia’s new mega-airport at
Bishoftu, a project positioned to become a critical hub
for African air travel over the next decade. The facility, located
approximately 40 kilometers southeast of Addis Ababa, is strategically
p… read more
Delta
Air Lines is set to reshape transatlantic connectivity with the launch
of a new direct route between Atlanta (ATL) and Marrakesh
(RAK), Morocco, commencing on October 25, 2025. This
strategic move marks Delta as the first U.S. airline to
offer nonstop service between Atlanta and Morocco’s iconic “Red
Ci… read more
FAAN Sets New Benchmarks for Ethics and Efficiency at Nigerian Airports
Kruger National Park Floods: Access Severely Restricted, Camps Closed, and Tourism Suspended
FITUR 2026 Welcomes Record African Participation, Innovation, and Business Opportunities
Seven Strategic Shifts Set to Redefine Africa’s MICE Sector and Unlock New Business Potential
Air Algérie Strengthens Long-Haul Fleet with Third Airbus A330-900neo
Nigeria and Turkey Target Faster Visas and Business Mobility in Bilateral Agreement
US Visa Suspension Targets 75 Countries, Spares Mozambique and Select African Partners
Why Africa’s Own OTAs Are Shaping the Future of Online Travel Distribution
Construction Begins on Bishoftu Mega-Airport and Rail Link, Poised to Transform African Aviation
Delta’s New Atlanta–Marrakesh Route and Seasonal Accra Service Signal Major Boost for Africa-U.S. Ai
