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Those booking trips to Zimbabwe in
2026 face an important regulatory update that will
influence overall travel costs: from 1 January
2026, a range of tourism services that were previously
zero-rated for Value Added Tax (VAT) are
now subject to a 15.5% VAT. The adjustme… read more
February marks the true heart of summer in Kruger
National Park, bringing with it an atmosphere unlike any
other time of year. The landscape bursts into vibrant life, with
lush greenery, replenished rivers, and an abundance of
wildlife—making the park feel as though it pulses with
energy. For those cra… read more
Nigeria’s
aviation industry stands as a beacon of safety and opportunity in
sub-Saharan Africa, with sector leaders urging the public and the
continent’s tourism professionals to embrace air travel as the safest
and most efficient mode of transportation. During a recent aviation
conference in Lagos, Engr. Godwin Balang… read more
The global cruise
industry is entering 2026 with a wave of transformation, as evolving
traveller behaviours and shifting
expectations drive cruise lines to rethink their offerings. For Africa’s
tourism professionals, these changes signal both new opportunities and
challenges, as the continent’s ports and destinations b… read more
Burkina
Faso’s aviation sector is taking a significant step forward as
Air Sarada International welcomes the
arrival of a new Dornier 228 aircraft. This
strategic fleet expansion marks a pivotal moment for the airline and
signals a renewed commitment to strengthening the country’s
dome… read more
Zimbabwe’s
recent push to reserve certain economic sectors exclusively for locals
has sparked debate, with prominent voices arguing that including the
travel agency business in this list is a
case of “closing the gates after the horses have bolted.” The
government’s empowerment drive, under the second republic, recentl… read more
Tanzania has once again captured the spotlight on the
international tourism stage, with President Samia Suluhu
Hassan celebrating a series of prestigious accolades that
underscore the nation’s growing appeal. At a ceremony held at Tunguu
State House in Zanzibar, the President received three major awards from
the 2025 W… read more
The Port of Mombasa has ushered in
the new year with a significant milestone, welcoming the
Crystal Symphony as its first cruise ship
arrival of 2026. This event marks the beginning of what industry
insiders anticipate will be a vibrant cruise tourism season for Kenya’s
principal seaport. The luxury ve… read more
The
Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA)
is set to revive a vital cross-border connection, with passenger train
services between Tanzania and Zambia scheduled to resume on 10 February
2026. This long-awaited move comes after a suspension in June 2024 due
to technical and operational challenges, and marks a signif… read more
The
recent ordeal involving Viago Booking has
sent ripples through Namibia’s tourism sector, raising important
questions about accountability and consumer protection in cross-border
travel. More than 70 Namibians found themselves stranded in Luanda,
Angola, after a highly anticipated 14-day group trip organized by the … read more
Zimbabwe Applies 15.5% VAT to Key Tourism Services: What African Operators Need to Know
Kruger National Park’s Lush February: A Summer Safari of Newborns, Birds, and Greenery
Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Charts Course for Safer, Broader Air Travel in Sub-Saharan Africa
2026 Ushers in a New Era of Cruise Innovation: Shorter Voyages, Event Cruises and Personalised Luxus
Air Sarada International Expands Burkina Faso’s Domestic Network with Dornier 228 Addition
Zimbabwe’s Move to Reserve Travel Agency Sector for Locals Called Outdated Amid Digital Shift
Tanzania’s Global Tourism Triumphs Signal New Era for African Destinations
Crystal Symphony’s Return to Mombasa Signals New Era for East African Cruise Tourism
TAZARA Restores Tanzania–Zambia Rail Link, Boosting Regional Tourism and Trade
