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Ethiopian
Airlines is making significant strides in connecting
Africa and Oceania by actively
pursuing Airbus A350s and Boeing
787s to launch its inaugural direct service to
Australia. This ambitious move aims to bridge a critical gap
in air travel between the two continents, presenting excit… read more
Emirates
has released its latest analysis of summer travel trends, revealing key
insights into where travelers are heading in July and August 2025. This
data offers valuable opportunities for African travel
agents seeking to capitalize on the surge in international
travel.
Flight searches for summer
travel … read more
Africa
is poised for a significant boost in cruise tourism, with leading
international operators like MSC Cruises recognizing the continent's
vast potential. Ross Volk, Managing Director of MSC Cruises South
Africa, emphasizes that now is the crucial time to translate this
potential into tangible economic benefits for the region.
… read more
FlySafair
has clinched the title of Best Low-Cost Airline in
Africa at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline
Awards, a significant win for the South African carrier and a
testament to its strong performance in the region's booming budget
travel sector. This achievement offers exciting prospects for African
travel agents… read more
Air
Mauritius is navigating a significant financial
crisis, marked by substantial losses and governance
challenges. The airline is actively seeking strategic
investment from Indian companies, coupled with increased
flight connections to Port Louis, as part of a
comprehensive turnaround plan. This initiativ… read more
The
2025/26 cruise season promises to be a
game-changer for Cape Town, with a record
22 ships making 89 calls. This surge in
maritime activity positions the city as a premier cruise
hub, opening up exciting opportunities for African travel
agents to tap into a burgeo… read more
Veteran
aviation executive Andre Viljoen is set to return as CEO of Air
Mauritius on October 15, 2025. This marks a significant moment for the
airline, which is currently navigating a turbulent period. Viljoen’s
previous tenure at Air Mauritius, from 2009 to 2015, saw him
successfully steer the company back to profitability with… read more
The
South African cruise market is booming,
evolving into a dynamic hub for both embarkation and destination
cruises. This shift presents exciting opportunities for travel agents to
cater to the evolving demands of South African travelers.
Cape
Town and Durban are experiencing a surge in cruise s… read more
Emirates
Airlines has reaffirmed its commitment to Mauritius, announcing a major
expansion of its 23-year strategic
partnership and a substantial \$900 million
investment in the island nation's tourism sector. This
move underscores the airline's confidence in Mauritius as a prime travel
destin… read more
South
African Airways (SAA) has unveiled ambitious plans to expand
its route network, creating exciting new opportunities for
travel agents across Africa. The announcement, made
by SAA’s Interim Chief Commercial Officer, Tebogo
Tsimane, at Africa’s Travel Indaba in
Durban, signals a strategic move to soli… read more