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Liberia
is moving decisively towards a new era of railway governance, with
national stakeholders in Monrovia formally validating the draft
Liberia National Railway Authority Act of
2026. This important step signals the country's
determination to transform its rail sector into a modern, multi-user
system capable of po… read more
Mauritius is entering a defining
chapter in the life of its Metro Express light rail
system, with the Government confirming an allocation of
approximately Rs 1.64 billion to strengthen the network's financial
foundations, refurbish its fleet and sustain daily operations. The move
signals a shift in focus from in… read more
Recent
international headlines about anti-immigration
demonstrations in South Africa have raised questions
among travellers and industry professionals across the continent. Yet,
despite the extensive media coverage and heightened security response,
South Africa's tourism sector has continued to function smoothly, with … read more
Botswana's
national carrier is entering a decisive phase in its long-anticipated
turnaround, with a comprehensive recovery blueprint now being rolled out
to restore operational capacity, regulatory standing and
market confidence. For Africa's travel trade, the
developments signal fresh possibilities in a southern Afric… read more
Kenya's aviation sector has
reached a defining moment as Jambojet, the
country's leading low-cost carrier, officially surpasses
10 million customers since it took to the
skies on 1 April 2014. The milestone is more than a symbolic figure. It
reflects over a decade of consistent, market-led growth and o… read more
South Africa's
international aviation landscape received a major upgrade on
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, as Emirates
launched its third daily service on the Dubai-Cape Town route with the
arrival of flight EK778 at Cape Town
International Airport at 18:05. The milestone flight also marked the
historic deb… read more
Mauritius has once again
reinforced its ambitions on the global business events stage, delivering
a strong and well-received performance at IMEX Frankfurt
2026, one of the world's most influential trade
exhibitions for the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and
Exhibitions (MICE) industry. Held from 19 … read more
Nigeria's aviation story is
gaining an exciting new chapter, and this time the spotlight is firmly
on Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State. The
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ibom
Air, Mr. George Uriesi, has confirmed that the airline's
newly launched Uyo–Accra service… read more
A quietly significant
breakthrough has emerged in the world of airline distribution, and while
it may appear technical at first glance, its implications for the
African travel trade are very real.
Travelport has expanded its
Air Canada NDC integration by enabling
consultants to fully service prepaid … read more
West Africa's aviation landscape
continues to take dramatic new shape. Air Côte
d'Ivoire, the national flag carrier of Côte d'Ivoire, has
just secured a major financial boost that promises to reshape its
presence across the continent and beyond. The West African
Development Bank (BOAD) has approved an … read more
Liberia Advances Landmark Railway Law to Unlock Mining, Trade and Corridor Growth
Mauritius Commits Rs 1.64 Billion to Metro Express as Airport Extension Enters Long-Term Vision
South Africa Remains Open and Welcoming Despite Recent Protests, Tourism Industry Confirms
Air Botswana Launches Bold Recovery Drive to Rebuild Fleet, Crew and Regional Presence
Jambojet crosses 10 million passenger mark, cementing its role in East Africa's low-cost aviation bo
Emirates Debuts A350 in South Africa With Third Daily Cape Town Flight and Boosted Johannesburg Freq
Mauritius steps up as Indian Ocean's leading MICE destination after strong IMEX Frankfurt showing
Ibom Air opens Uyo skies to foreign carriers as Accra launch sets stage for continental hub ambition
Travelport unlocks Air Canada Flight Pass servicing inside Smartpoint, easing pressure on consultant
Air Côte d'Ivoire lands \$87m loan for four Airbus A319s, accelerating West African network growth
