Travel news overview

• Miscellaneous
• 28/12/2024 20:32

Boeing's Strategic Partnership with Nigeria: Future Plans and Industry Insights

Mr. Anbessie Yitbarek, Vice President of Commercial Sales for Africa at Boeing, recently discussed the company's strategic collaboration with the Nigerian government in an interview with OLUSEGUN KOIKI. He highlighted the details of the partnership, Boeing's future ambitions in Nigeria and Africa, and … read more

• Flights
• 28/12/2024 20:31

NCAA Set to Sanction Airlines for Consumer Rights Violations in Nigeria

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is poised to impose sanctions on at least five airlines, including some foreign carriers, due to violations of consumer rights and the provisions outlined in Part 19 of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations (NCARs). This development … read more

• Attractions
• 28/12/2024 20:31

eThekwini Municipality Updates Beach and Swimming Pool Status for Durban

The eThekwini Municipality, which oversees the governance and management of Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has released an updated status report as of December 24, 2024, regarding local beaches and swimming pools. The report indicates that 21 beaches in Durban are currently open and deemed safe for swimming. Howev… read more

• Destinations
• 26/12/2024 07:49

Kenya Sees Surge in Tourist Arrivals, Aiming for 7 Million Visitors by 2027

In a remarkable achievement, Kenya has welcomed approximately 2.5 million tourists in 2024, a significant increase from 1.9 million visitors recorded last year. President William Ruto has announced that the government has set an ambitious target of reaching 7 million tourist arrivals by the year… read more

• Miscellaneous
• 26/12/2024 07:46

ECOWAS Hosts Workshop to Strengthen Intra-Regional Tourism and Regulatory Cooperation

In a significant initiative aimed at transforming the tourism sector, ECOWAS is working to strengthen the capabilities of tourism officials and regulators. This effort focuses on equipping them with the skills necessary to identify and implement strategies that promote intra-regional tourism within ECOWAS, while also fostering a… read more

• Flights
• 26/12/2024 07:43

Security Breach at Kano Airport: Intruder Found Inside Aircraft

A security incident occurred at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) on Thursday when a strange man was discovered inside an aircraft parked on the apron. The indigenous airline, which has not been named, had left the aircraft overnight for an early morning flight to Lagos' Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMA). When the cre… read more

• Flights
• 26/12/2024 07:41

Launch of Air Congo

Ethiopian Airlines, recognized as Africa's largest aviation group and a prestigious SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to establish a new airline, Air Congo. Under this partnership, the DRC government will hold a … read more

• Flights
• 26/12/2024 07:36

Overland Airways Launches Successful Inaugural Flight to Freetown

Overland Airways, Nigeria’s oldest private domestic airline, has celebrated a significant milestone with its inaugural flight to Freetown, Sierra Leone, on December 19, 2024. The flight landed at Freetown International Airport (FIA) to a traditional water cannon salute from the airport's fire service, marking a new chapter in re… read more

• Destinations
• 26/12/2024 07:32

Ethiopia's Commitment to Heritage Preservation: A Pathway to Economic Growth and Tourism Enhancement

Ethiopia is actively engaged in substantial efforts aimed at preserving and reopening its invaluable heritage sites, an initiative that is anticipated to yield significant benefits in enhancing the nation's tourism sector, bolstering the economy, and generating new job opportunities, according to sources familiar with t… read more

• Flights
• 26/12/2024 07:29

Azman Air Addresses Controversy Surrounding Aircraft Maintenance and Transponder Issues

Azman Air has provided clarification regarding its aircraft that have recently sparked controversy, with allegations suggesting that they were "smuggled" into Iran. The airline stated that the aircraft in question underwent a routine C-Check maintenance process while in the country.

In addition to addressing the aircraft's maintenan… read more