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Kenya’s Soaring Government Travel Spend
Kenya’s national government has spent a striking Sh4.97 billion on travel in just the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, reigniting debate over the effectiveness of President William Ruto’s much-publicized austerity drive. This figure, revealed in the latest Controller of Budget report, not only highlights th… read more
Regent Seven Seas’ New Long-Haul Cruises Elevate Cape Town’s Role in Global Luxury Voyages
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled a groundbreaking set of itineraries for the 2026/27 season, positioning Cape Town and South Africa at the heart of its global luxury cruise network. Among the highlights are a 25-night transcontinental sailing from Lisbon to Cape Town and a … read more
Accra’s Emerging Role as a Regional Aviation Hub Set to Transform West African Connectivity
Accra, Ghana’s vibrant capital, is poised to take on a pivotal role in West Africa’s aviation landscape as part of a multi-hub growth strategy that could see the city become a secondary hub for regional air travel. Industry insiders and airline executives have signaled that a final decision on this ambitious project is… read more
Wellness, Tech, and Local Flavor: How Africa’s Hotels Are Shaping Tomorrow’s Guest Experience
Across the continent, the hospitality sector is undergoing a transformation as global trends in wellness, technology, and personalized service reshape what guests expect from their stays. African hotels and resorts are not just following these trends—they are adapting and innovating, blending international best practic… read more
Ghana’s Domestic Tourism Surges to 15.4 Million Visitors, Injecting GH¢6.6 Billion into Economy
Ghana’s domestic tourism sector has achieved a remarkable milestone, recording 15.4 million domestic visitors in 2023 and generating an estimated GH¢6.6 billion for the national economy, according to the latest Domestic and Outbound Tourism Survey (DOPS) Report by the Ghana Statistic… read more
How AI Stack Revolution Could Transform Africa's Hospitality Booking Landscape
A pioneering hybrid AI architecture recently unveiled by a major online booking platform could signal the future direction for Africa's rapidly expanding hospitality sector. As digital transformation accelerates across the continent, the lessons from this global player’s approach offer a glimpse into how African businesses might leapfr… read more
Ghana Raises the Bar for December Festivities with Enhanced Standards and Global Appeal
Ghana is gearing up for another vibrant festive season as the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) intensifies preparations for this year’s “December in Ghana” programme. The GTA has announced a renewed commitment to transparency, stakeholder coordination, and elevated service quality, aiming to ensure that… read more
Ibom Air Targets Central African Expansion with New Destinations in 2025
Nigerian carrier Ibom Air is set to make a significant leap in its regional strategy by adding two or three new Central African destinations in 2025. This move builds on its current network, which includes six domestic Nigerian cities and its sole existing intra-African route between Lagos and Accra. T… read more
Ghana’s Tourism Sector Shows Early Gains with Digital Innovation and New Nightlife Experiences
The Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) is charting a new course for the country’s tourism industry, reporting impressive early results from a suite of digital initiatives and experiential products rolled out this year. At a recent briefing in Accra, GTDC’s leadership outlined not just the progress of current prog… read more
Six Global Travel Shifts Set to Redefine Africa’s Tourism Landscape in 2026
The Amadeus Travel Trends 2026 report, developed in partnership with Globetrender, is making waves across the global tourism sector—and its insights are especially relevant for Africa’s dynamic travel industry. As the continent’s airlines, hotels, and destinations look to the future, these six transformative trends o… read more
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