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South
African National Parks (SANParks) has
announced temporary adjustments to the operating hours of certain shops
within the renowned Kgalagadi Transfrontier
Park for the month of September 2025. These changes,
prompted by routine monthly stocktaking, will directly impact visitor
routines at three … read more
Africa’s
tourism sector is experiencing a remarkable resurgence, with
international arrivals reaching approximately 74 million
in 2024—a figure that not only surpasses pre-pandemic
levels by 7.4% but also marks a 13.5% increase over 2023
. This robust recovery is fueling optimism
across the continent… read more
South African National
Parks (SANParks) has unveiled a series of
ambitious infrastructure projects and maintenance plans aimed at
elevating the visitor experience in the Kgalagadi
Transfrontier Park, one of Southern Africa’s most iconic
wilderness destinations. These enhancements, ranging from upgraded… read more
The
South African National Parks (SANParks)
has issued an important update for those seeking solitude and adventure
in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: the Gharagab
Wilderness Camp, prized for its secluded wilderness
experience, will undergo a temporary closure for crucial maintenance
from 1… read more
The
Namibian Roads Authority (RA) has
announced a major milestone in the country’s transport infrastructure:
the opening of newly completed sections of the Dr Hage G.
Geingob Freeway, formerly known as the Windhoek – Hosea
Kutako International Airport Road. This development marks a significant
leap f… read more
South African
Airways (SAA) has unveiled plans to strengthen regional
connectivity with the introduction of a new twice-daily
flight service between Johannesburg’s OR
Tambo International Airport (JNB) and
Gaborone’s Sir Seretse Khama International Airport
(GBE). This… read more
As Southern Africa transitions
from the dry winter months to the warmer, wetter season in
October, the region enters a pivotal period
for malaria awareness. This month marks
the start of increased mosquito activity, making it essential for those
planning safaris, business trips, or family holidays to u… read more
Botswana
and Namibia are forging ahead with their ambitious
vision to build the Trans-Kalahari Railway
(TKR), a project set to transform regional logistics,
trade, and economic development across Southern Africa. The railway,
which will span an estimated 1,500
kilometres linking Bots… read more
Luanda
recently emerged as more than just a host city for the 2nd UN Tourism
& ICAO Ministerial Conference on Tourism and Air Transport—it became
the epicenter of a candid and urgent dialogue about Africa’s aviation
future. The resounding message was clear: Africa’s tourism potential
cannot be fully realised without fixing air conn… read more
South
African National Parks (SANParks), in partnership with the Endangered
Wildlife Trust (EWT), has embarked on a groundbreaking lion research
project within the vast and iconic Kgalagadi Transfrontier
Park, which stretches across South Africa and Botswana.
This initiative is designed to deepen scientific unde… read more
Kgalagadi Rest Camp Shop Hours Adjusted for September: Key Planning Tips for Park Visitors
Overtourism Looms as Africa’s Tourism Boom Outpaces Pre-Pandemic Levels
Namibia Unveils Key Freeway Sections, Boosting Airport Access and Regional Trade
South African Airways Launches Twice-Daily Johannesburg–Gaborone Flights, Expanding Regional Access
Trans-Kalahari Railway: Botswana and Namibia Advance Plans for a Game-Changing Regional Corridor
Luanda Conference Sparks New Momentum for Africa’s Aviation and Tourism Integration
