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The
hospitality industry is undergoing a profound transformation as
artificial intelligence (AI) steps into the hotel booking arena. For
years, hotels have adapted to the influence of search engine
optimization, online travel agencies (OTAs), and metasearch platforms.
Now, AI assistants such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot, and
P… read more
Emirates is set to deliver a
significant upgrade to its regional offering, expanding its
next-generation Airbus A350 fleet and
deploying retrofitted Airbus A380 and Boeing 777
aircraft—all featuring its much-praised
Premium Economy cabins—across four key
cities in the Middle E… read more
Ethiopia’s
ambitious homegrown economic reform, launched in 2019, is reshaping the
nation’s economic landscape with a clear focus on market-driven growth
and private sector empowerment. This sweeping reform program marks a
decisive shift away from a state-controlled economy toward one that
embraces liberalization, investment, and diver… read more
In a significant stride toward
deeper regional integration, Kenya and
Uganda have signed eight new agreements, marking a
pivotal moment for East Africa’s economic landscape. The accords,
formalized during President Yoweri Museveni’s official visit to Nairobi
on 30 July 2025, build upon 17 existing frameworks and are de… read more
The aviation sector in
West Africa is set for a significant milestone as Côte d'Ivoire’s
national carrier readies to welcome its inaugural
A330-900neo. Fresh from its maiden test
flight at Airbus headquarters, this next-generation aircraft—adorned in
the airline’s distinctive livery—will soon land on Ivorian soil,
si… read more
RwandAir has taken significant steps in modernizing its fleet and enhancing its
route strategy, marking the end of an era for its CRJ900
regional jets while preparing for the arrival of a
much-anticipated Airbus A330-200. The
airline’s two CRJ900s, integral to its regional operations for years,
… read more
The Ethiopian aviation
landscape has taken another step forward with the inauguration of a
brand-new airport in Yabello, Southern Oromia Regional
State, led by the Ethiopian Airlines
Group. Marking this milestone, the airline simultaneously
launched a new thrice-weekly passenger service to Yabello, fur… read more
On the sun-drenched hillsides
overlooking the sparkling expanse of Petite Anse, the Four
Seasons Resort Seychelles has elevated the definition of
luxury island escapes with its latest unveiling: an
eight-bedroom residence villa that now
stands as the largest accommodation in the property’s prestigious … read more
Senegal is taking a bold
step to overhaul its immigration procedures, announcing the introduction
of an e-visa system requiring all visitors from outside
the African continent to pay visa application fees online in
advance. This move, confirmed by Prime Minister
Ousmane Sonko, is set to moderniz… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has announced the inauguration of the newly
constructed Yabelo Airport in Yabelo town,
Borana Zone, Oromia region, scheduled for 31 August
2025. The launch will be marked by the introduction of
three weekly flights, further strengthening Ethiopia’s domestic air
con… read more
AI Revolutionizes Hotel Bookings: What African Hospitality Players Need to Know About Emerging Model
Emirates Expands Premium Economy and Enhanced Cabins Across More Middle East and West Asian Routes
Ethiopia’s Bold Economic Reform Fuels Tourism Boom and Infrastructure Leap
Kenya and Uganda Forge Ahead with Landmark Deals: New Rail, Steel, and Tourism Initiatives
Côte d'Ivoire Prepares for Arrival of First A330-900neo, Elevating Abidjan-Paris Connectivity
RwandAir Updates Fleet: CRJ900s Retired, Ex-Qatar A330-200 to Boost Long-Haul and Lagos Service
Ethiopian Airlines Launches Yabello Airport and New Passenger Flights, Boosting Southern Oromia Conn
Four Seasons Seychelles Unveils Eight-Bedroom Villa, Setting New Standard for Group Luxury Retreats
Senegal Introduces E-Visa System for Non-African Visitors, Emphasizing Reciprocity
