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The
recent groundbreaking of the Uvinza-Musongati standard
gauge railway marks a transformative moment for East
Africa’s transport landscape. On August 16, a high-profile ceremony in
Burundi’s Burunga province brought together President Évariste
Ndayishimiye of Burundi and Tanzanian Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa,
un… read more
The Egyptian river cruise landscape is witnessing a significant transformation as Viking welcomes its latest vessel, the Viking Amun, delivered at the Massara shipyard
in Cairo. This addition marks the eighth ship in Viking’s dedicated
Nile River fleet, setting the stage for… read more
The aviation sector in Southern Africa
is taking a bold step towards nurturing the next generation of
engineering talent. Airlink, a leading regional airline, has contributed
a decommissioned Embraer 135 jet to the Gauteng Department of Basic Education (GDE), specifically for use at Rhodesfield Eng… read more
RwandAir is set to introduce a new flight service to Zanzibar
starting 30 November, marking a significant expansion in its East
African network. This move is poised to reshape regional connectivity
and open up fresh opportunities for the continent’s tourism sector,
especially as the airline positions its… read more
Uganda
Airlines is actively considering the retirement of its four Bombardier
CRJ-900 regional jets, a move driven by persistent maintenance
difficulties and the escalating costs of keeping these aircraft
operational. This development was publicly confirmed by the airline’s
CEO, Jenifer Bamuturaki, during a parliamentary … read more
In
a strategic move to bolster its regional connectivity,
Air Mauritius is acquiring a nine-year-old
ATR72-600 aircraft, currently stored in Toulouse and
formerly operated by TAP Express, the regional subsidiary of TAP Air
Portugal. This aircraft, owned by Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC), will
join the airline’s growin… read more
Zambia
Railways is on the cusp of a significant transformation as advanced
talks with the European Union and the
Zambian government aim to secure crucial funding for the rehabilitation
of the vital railway line connecting Ndola
in the Copperbelt to Kapiri Mposhi, a key
transport hub.… read more
On a warm afternoon in Voka
Mission, near Paynesville, Liberia’s newly appointed presidential envoy
for tourism, Chris Onanuga, shares a moment with local youth playing
football and enjoying the shade of sprawling trees. To many, it’s a
simple scene of community leisure, but for Onanuga, it symbolizes a
profound shift: Liberia is ready… read more
Dr.
Kingsley Ononogbu, newly appointed Chairman of Nigeria’s National Park
Service (NPS), is championing a transformative vision to elevate the
country’s national parks into vibrant hubs of tourism, health, and
education. Speaking recently in Umuahia, he urged Nigerians to
consciously integrate leisure time into their annual routines, … read more
Durban,
the vibrant coastal city of KwaZulu-Natal, continues to captivate
visitors with its iconic golden beaches, warm Indian Ocean waters, and
inviting subtropical climate that supports year-round tourism. As of
mid-August 2025, the eThekwini Municipality
has provided a crucial update on the status of Durban’s beache… read more
New Tanzania-Burundi Railway Promises Faster Cargo, Cheaper Logistics, and Regional Growth
Viking Expands Nile River Fleet: New Ship Arrival Unveils Fresh Opportunities for African Market
Decommissioned Jet Donation Boosts Aviation Training for South African Learners
RwandAir Launches Kigali–Zanzibar Route
Uganda Airlines Plans to Phase Out CRJ-900 Jets Amid Maintenance Challenges and Fleet Renewal
Air Mauritius Strengthens Regional Fleet with ATR72-600 Addition Amid Leadership Return
Zambia Railways Poised for Major Revival with EU-Backed Ndola-Kapiri Mposhi Line Upgrades
Liberia’s Tourism Revival: New Authority Sparks Hope Amid Infrastructure and Investment Challenges
Nigeria’s National Parks Poised for Revival as Chairman Calls for Leisure Culture Shift
Durban’s Beaches and Pools: Vital Updates on Water Safety and Visitor Options for 2025
