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South African National Parks
(SANParks) has issued a timely advisory for
all visitors heading to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier
Park this December, with a focus on those planning
self-drive safaris, wildlife photography expeditions, or immersive
nature escapes. Due to routine monthly stocktaking, the oper… read more
The North African aviation landscape is witnessing a
significant evolution as Air Algérie embarks on a
comprehensive transformation, aiming to secure its role
as a driving force within the region and beyond. The airline has
announced the establishment of a robust aviation group, marking a
pivotal step forward that will… read more
In a move poised to reshape transatlantic air travel,
Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has announced the launch of a direct
Casablanca–Los Angeles service beginning June 7, 2026.
This new route marks a milestone as the first-ever nonstop
air link between Africa and the US Pacific Coast,
offering a 12-hour journey… read more
The recent
Nigeria Aviation Centenary celebration in
Abuja spotlighted a remarkable figure whose influence has rippled
through every facet of the country’s aviation sector.
George Uriesi, now the Acting Managing
Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ibom
Air, was named among 47 dis… read more
The African hospitality
landscape is witnessing a significant transformation as
Viceroy Hotels makes its much-anticipated
debut on the continent, introducing three new luxury
safari lodges across Zambia and Botswana. This bold
expansion marks a pivotal moment for the brand, renowned for its
immersive… read more
The landscape of
online travel booking is approaching a new
era, as Google unveils plans to introduce
advanced agentic AI tools capable of
booking hotels and flights directly within its AI Mode search
environment. For Africa’s tourism sector, this move signals a dramatic
transformati… read more
Every
January, Kruger National Park transforms
into a scene of vibrant renewal as the heart of the summer rainy season
breathes life into South Africa’s most iconic wilderness. For Africa’s
tourism professionals, understanding the unique character of Kruger in
January is key to crafting memorable safari experiences tha… read more
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