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The
Gambia Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has
significantly enhanced Banjul International Airport’s
navigation systems, marking a crucial step towards
improved safety and efficiency in Gambian airspace. This upgrade, a
result of a competitive international tender, replaces the airport’s
outdated equ… read more
The National Association of Nigeria Travel
Agencies (NANTA) is gearing up for a major
training initiative in Banjul, Gambia,
designed to equip its members with the skills and knowledge to
capitalize on the burgeoning intra-African travel
market. Scheduled for the last week of M… read more
ValueJet is expanding its horizons
with the launch of direct flights between Lagos, Nigeria,
and Banjul, The Gambia, starting on? May 15th, 2025?.
This new route, which will operate twice weekly, marks a significant
step in enhancing connectivity in West Africa and presents exciting
opportunities for t… read more
ValueJet is making waves in West Africa,
launching a new direct route between Lagos, Nigeria, and
Banjul, The Gambia, starting May 15, 2025. This strategic move
not only expands ValueJet’s footprint but also presents exciting
new opportunities for African travel agents. The
route, previously served by Air Peace, st… read more
Recognizing the vital role of tourism in driving regional
integration and economic development, the Economic
Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has inaugurated
a multi-day capacity-building program in Banjul, The Gambia. The
initiative, launched on March 17, 2025, is designed to empower
stakeholders from all 12 … read more
February 12, 2025, marks a century since the first-ever flight
connecting Belgium and Africa—a historic milestone that continues to
resonate within the aviation industry and beyond. On that day in 1925,
three pioneering Belgian aviators—navigator Edmond Thieffry, pilot
Léopold Roger, and engineer Jef de Bruycker—embarked on an ambitious … read more
The much-anticipated return of the world’s leading travel trade
show, ITB Berlin, is just hours away,
running from 4–6 March 2025. This year’s
event, under the theme "The Power of Transition Lives
Here," promises to spotlight transformation in global
tourism. With exhibitors from … read more
The Gambia, often referred to as the "Smiling Coast of Africa,"
is making waves in the global tourism scene with its strategic
participation at BIT Milano 2025, one of
the world’s leading travel and tourism exhibitions. This initiative
underscores the country’s commitment to expanding its reach in the
European market w… read more
As Addis Ababa prepares to host the 38th African
Union (AU) Assembly on February 15-16, 2025, Ethiopia
faces a pivotal moment to align its policies with the AU’s vision of a
“borderless Africa.” The summit will bring together African leaders to
discuss governance, development, and unity, with a key focus on
dismantling… read more
The 38th African Union (AU) Summit has brought the call for a visa-free Africa to the forefront, with leaders, policymakers, and business stakeholders urging governments to dismantle travel barriers that hinder the continent's economic growth and integration. The African Union Commission (AUC) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have jointly… read more
Gambia Modernizes Airspace: Banjul Airport’s Tech Upgrade Boosts Safety and Efficiency
NANTA’s Banjul Training: Empowering Agents for Intra-African Travel Boom
ValueJet Launches New Lagos-Banjul Route: A Gateway for Travel Agents
ECOWAS Launches Capacity-Building Program to Boost Regional Tourism
Brussels Airlines Honors 100 Years of Aviation Ties with Africa
Africa Takes Center Stage at ITB Berlin 2025 with Record Representation
The Gambia Showcases Tourism Potential at BIT Milano 2025
Ethiopia Urged to Lead by Example with Visa-Free Access for African Travelers
