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Cape Town’s iconic
Chapman’s Peak Drive, the breathtaking 9 km
coastal route linking Noordhoek and Hout Bay, will experience temporary
closures every Wednesday from 10:00 to 16:00 between 4
February and 25 March 2026. This scheduled closure is
part of an environmental initiative led by South African Na… read more
South Africa is intensifying efforts to grow its tourism sector
by strengthening ties with key markets in South-East Asia through
investment promotion, enhanced air connectivity, and visa
reforms. Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille, during her
recent visit to Singapore, outlined these strategies while engaging with
the… read more
After a hiatus of nearly six years, Cabo Verde
Airlines is set to resume regular flights to Brazil
starting May 2026, marking a significant boost for West African
connectivity and tourism opportunities. The airline will operate a
twice-weekly service between Praia, Cabo Verde’s capital, and Recife,
one of Brazil’s key … read more
South Africa’s innovative low-cost carrier, LIFT
Airlines, has achieved a major milestone by joining the
International Air Transport Association
(IATA), a move that underlines the airline’s ambitions
for regional and international growth. This regulatory endorsement is a
crucial step in LIFT’s strategy… read more
South Africa’s tourism sector is celebrating a historic
milestone, with the country welcoming an unprecedented
10.48 million international visitors last
year. This represents a remarkable 17.6% increase compared to 2024 and
surpasses pre-COVID-19 levels, marking the highest number of arrivals on
record. President Cyril… read more
President
Prof. Arthur Peter Mutharika has appointed seasoned corporate executive
Simon Itaye as the new Minister of
Industrialisation, Business, Trade and Tourism, in a strategic cabinet
reshuffle aimed at advancing Malawi’s economic transformation agenda.
This move places one of Malawi’s most accomplished private-sec… read more
Travellers
planning to visit Southern Africa between February and June 2026 should
anticipate a wetter-than-usual late summer and early autumn, according
to the latest Southern African Development Community
(SADC) climate outlook. The forecast, released by
SARCOF-32, predicts normal to above-average
rainfall… read more
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority
(NCAA) has initiated high-level discussions with the
Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) to
address concerns surrounding the recently introduced
Advance Payment Guarantees (APG). This
compliance measure, aimed at tightening the remittance of the stat… read more
For
the first time, Uganda has joined the ranks of leading global
destinations such as Italy, Jordan, Australia, and Indonesia by
participating in the 34th FESPO and Golfmesse
2026 in Zurich, Switzerland. This milestone marks a
significant step in Uganda's efforts to position itself as a premier
destination for high-… read more
RIU Hotels & Resorts has
unveiled its latest masterpiece in the Indian Ocean: Riu
Palace Swahili, a stunning 5-star Adults Only resort
nestled in the coveted Nungwi area in northern Zanzibar. This new
property marks RIU’s third hotel in Tanzania and introduces innovative
luxury elements to the region’s hospitality … read more
Chapman’s Peak Drive to Close Wednesdays for Alien Vegetation Clearing, Offering Scenic Alternative
South Africa Targets South-East Asia with New Tourism Strategies
Cabo Verde Airlines to Relaunch Direct Flights Between Praia and Recife in May 2026
South Africa’s LIFT Airlines Gains IATA Membership Ahead of Launching Mauritius Route
Simon Itaye Appointed as Malawi’s New Minister of Industrialisation, Business, Trade and Tourism
Southern Africa Prepares for Wetter Late Summer and Early Autumn in 2026
NCAA Engages Airlines Over Advance Payment Guarantees, Grants Temporary Extension
Uganda Targets Swiss Adventure Tourism Market At Zurich Fespo 2026
RIU Palace Swahili Elevates Zanzibar’s Luxury Hospitality with Elite Club and RIU Party Launch
