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Nigeria-Trinidad & Tobago Air Pact
A groundbreaking air services agreement between Nigeria and Trinidad and Tobago has been signed, paving the way for direct flights between Africa and the Caribbean. This landmark deal, finalized on April 14, 2025, unlocks exciting new opportunities f… read more
Zambia’s Copper Boom Fuels Aviation Growth: Proflight Zambia Connects Key Mining Hubs
Zambia’s copper industry is soaring, driving significant economic growth and creating exciting opportunities for the nation’s aviation sector. With copper production surging by 12% last year, fueled by substantial investments and sector expansion, the demand for eff… read more
Nigeria’s Medical Tourism Drain Spurs \$2 Billion Healthcare Transformation
Nigeria’s significant annual loss of \$2 billion to medical tourism has ignited a national drive to revitalize the country’s healthcare sector. This financial outflow, attributed to a lack of confidence in local healthcare services, has prompted a call for “health sovereignty” – the ability to provide high-quality care within the natio… read more
African Tourism Blazes a Trail in Global Sustainability: WTM Awards 20 Game-Changing Initiatives
The African tourism sector is experiencing a surge of innovation, with sustainability at its core. The 2025 Responsible Tourism Awards at World Travel Market (WTM) Africa recently celebrated 20 businesses spearheading this movement, offering valuable insights for travel agents seeking to capitalize on responsible travel trends.
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Namibia’s Etosha National Park Implements Total Drone Ban: New Rules for Safari Tourists
Travel agents across Africa should be aware of a significant policy change at Namibia’s iconic Etosha National Park. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has enacted a complete ban on all drones within the park, effective immediately. This new regulation requires all visitors to l… read more
Bray Border Post Closure: Navigating Botswana-South Africa Travel Disruptions
Heavy rains and subsequent flooding have forced the temporary closure of the Bray Border Post between Botswana and South Africa, impacting travel routes in the region. This disruption presents immediate challenges for African travel agents, requiring adjustments to itineraries … read more
Ethiopian Airlines Soars with PAX & Onboard Hospitality Awards
Ethiopian Airlines continues to elevate the standard of air travel in Africa, securing two prestigious awards in Hamburg, Germany: the “Outstanding Food Service by a Carrier – Africa” award at the 2025 PAX Readership Awards and the “Cabin Concept of the Year 2025” award at the Onboard Hospitality Awards… read more
Marakele’s Tlopi Tented Camp Set for Major Refurbishment, Creating New Opportunities for Safari Book
Travel agents specializing in South African safari experiences take note: Tlopi Tented Camp, nestled within the Waterberg Biosphere’s Marakele National Park, is embarking on a significant refurbishment project. Scheduled from April to October 2025, th… read more
Sterkfontein Caves Reopen, Offering Enhanced Visitor Experience and Boosting SA Tourism
African travel agents seeking fresh and engaging attractions for their clients should look no further than the newly reopened Sterkfontein Caves. This world-renowned site, crucial to the study of human evolution, has undergone a significant transformation, promising an enriched visitor experience and exciting opportun… read more
Reimagining Tourism Education: Equipping Africa's Future Travel Leaders
A pivotal discussion at the recent Travel, Hospitality & Tourism Education Summit in Lusaka has sent ripples through the African travel trade, urging a fundamental shift in how the continent approaches tourism education. The session, aptly titled “Integrating Industry Needs and Innovation in Tourism Education”, bro… read more
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