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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 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
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
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
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
Madagascar Airlines is embarking on a bold transformation
journey under its “Phoenix 2030” plan, aiming to revitalize the airline
and solidify its position in the African aviation market. This ambitious
strategy presents exciting opportunities for travel agents, offering a
fresh perspective on travel to and from Madagascar.… read more
TAAG Angola Airlines is exploring the
resumption of its Luanda-Porto route after a
five-year suspension due to the pandemic. This potential revival,
currently under feasibility study, signifies a strategic move to
strengthen African connectivity and tap into the
burgeoning European travel market. CEO
N… read more
Auric Air, a key player in
Tanzania’s safari tourism, has strengthened its fleet
with a new Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX. This
addition brings their Caravan count to 14, complementing existing
Dash 8-100, Dash 8-200, and
Pilatus PC-12 aircraft. This strategic move signals
Auric Air’s continue… read more
Air Peace, a major Nigerian airline, has
wet-leased a fourth Airbus A320 from
SmartLynx to bolster its operational capacity. This
strategic move comes as the Lagos-based carrier grapples with
significant fleet constraints, impacting both domestic and international
routes. For travel agents specializing in Nigerian… read more
Mark your calendars! Ethiopian
Airlines is launching daily flights to Abu
Dhabi starting June 15, 2025. This new route presents a
golden opportunity for African travel agents to tap into a vibrant
market brimming with tourism and business potential.
Abu Dhabi, a dazzling blend of ancient heritage… read more
Bray Border Post Closure: Navigating Botswana-South Africa Travel Disruptions
Ethiopian Airlines Soars with PAX & Onboard Hospitality Awards
Marakele’s Tlopi Tented Camp Set for Major Refurbishment, Creating New Opportunities for Safari Book
Sterkfontein Caves Reopen, Offering Enhanced Visitor Experience and Boosting SA Tourism
Reimagining Tourism Education: Equipping Africa's Future Travel Leaders
Madagascar Airlines Rises from Ashes with Ambitious "Phoenix 2030" Plan
TAAG Angola Airlines Eyes Porto Revival, Boosting African Connectivity
Auric Air’s Caravan EX: Boosting Tanzania’s Safari Connectivity
Air Peace Charters SmartLynx A320s Amidst Fleet Challenges
