The connectivity between Europe
and Africa is set to strengthen further as Condor,
Germany’s popular leisure airline, extends its seasonal
service between Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and
Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
This extension, now running from 2 May to 22 May 2026, provides … read more
The
KwaZulu-Natal coastline is once again
buzzing with life as Durban welcomes beach
enthusiasts to its inviting shores. Twenty-one of the city’s renowned
beaches have been declared safe for swimming this week, setting the
scene for a vibrant summer of surf, sand, and sunshine. This development
is pa… read more
December
signals a profound transformation in Etosha National
Park, Namibia’s flagship wildlife reserve. As the long,
arid months recede, the arrival of the summer rains breathes new life
into the landscape, turning the familiar dust and salt pans into a
vibrant, living mosaic. For those in Africa’s travel sector, this… read more
In a move set to reshape regional travel dynamics,
FlyNamibia has entered a strategic
partnership with Fastjet, one of Southern
Africa’s leading carriers, to provide seamless connections between
Windhoek (Namibia) and Harare
(Zimbabwe) via the renowned Victoria Falls h… read more
Norwegian
Cruise Line (NCL) has ignited fresh excitement in the African cruise
market by unveiling its most substantial Black Friday
sale to date. With an impressive 50%
discount on all cruises and the celebrated
Free at Sea package making a triumphant
return, NCL is positioning itse… read more
Etihad
Airways has taken a bold step in expanding its global network by
launching direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Hong
Kong, a move that is set to reshape travel dynamics for
Africa’s tourism and business sectors. This new connection, which began
operations in early November 2025, is more than just another route—i… read more
As
December ushers in the heart of the rainy season across
Southern Africa, the region’s lush
landscapes and vibrant wildlife reserves become magnets for
holidaymakers. Yet, this period also marks a significant rise in
malaria transmission, driven by the perfect
storm of warm temperatures, high humid… read more
Airlink, the prominent South
African regional airline, has announced a temporary halt to its daily
service between Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International
Airport (JNB) and Maseru’s Moshoeshoe I
International Airport (MSU) in Lesotho, effective from 5
November 2025. This decision, rooted… read more
South African National Parks (SANParks) has officially
transitioned the popular Afsaal Picnic Site
in Kruger National Park to a cashless payment
system, effective 1 November 2025. This move, confirmed
in a recent SANParks social media alert, is part of a broader digital
transformation aimed at improvin… read more
Proflight Zambia is set to
redefine regional tourism in Southern Africa with the launch of its new
Lusaka–Livingstone–Maun route, commencing
in May 2026. This seasonal service, operating three times weekly until
the end of October, will directly connect Zambia’s iconic Victoria Falls
region with Botswa… read more
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Condor Extends Direct Germany–Cape Town Flights, Boosting South Africa’s Appeal for Late-Spring Trav
Durban Opens 21 Beaches for Swimming, Showcasing Safe, Sun-Soaked Indian Ocean Escapes
Etosha’s Green Season: December Rains Transform Namibia’s Iconic Wilderness
FlyNamibia and Fastjet Forge New Regional Link, Elevating Southern Africa’s Air Connectivity
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Record Black Friday Deal Ushers in New Era for African Cruise Holidays
Etihad’s New Abu Dhabi–Hong Kong Route Unlocks Fresh Opportunities for African Markets
December’s Rains Heighten Malaria Risk: What to Know for Southern Africa’s Peak Holiday Season
Airlink’s Suspension of Johannesburg–Maseru Flights Raises Regional Connectivity Concerns
Kruger’s Afsaal Picnic Site Goes Fully Cashless, Enhancing Visitor Experience and Security
Proflight Zambia Launches Direct Link Between Victoria Falls and Okavango Delta, Transforming Region
