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The tourism landscape of East Africa is currently witnessing a
transformative shift, centred on the Spice Island. Zanzibar is no longer
just recovering from past global disruptions; it has entered an
aggressive growth phase that is reshaping investment strategies and tour
planning across the continent. Official data released this week
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The
landscape of inbound tourism to Africa is undergoing a significant
transformation, driven by a strategic pivot toward
Southern European source markets. Recent
industry engagements have highlighted that Portugal, France, and Italy
are no longer secondary options but are rapidly evolving into critical
growth engine… read more
A significant milestone in the history of intra-African travel
trade collaboration was achieved this past week as the
Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) made
its inaugural appearance at a major East African trade show. For the
first time, a dedicated delegation from West Africa participated in the
4th Z-Sum… read more
Air Tanzania has
inaugurated its inaugural Dar es
Salaam–Lagos–Accra flight, marking a significant
milestone in strengthening air links between East and West Africa. This
new route not only expands the airline’s international footprint but
also enhances Ghana’s connectivity and reinforces its status as a key
gateway … read more
Travellers
planning to visit Southern Africa between February and June 2026 should
anticipate a wetter-than-usual late summer and early autumn, according
to the latest Southern African Development Community
(SADC) climate outlook. The forecast, released by
SARCOF-32, predicts normal to above-average
rainfall… read more
RIU Hotels & Resorts has
unveiled its latest masterpiece in the Indian Ocean: Riu
Palace Swahili, a stunning 5-star Adults Only resort
nestled in the coveted Nungwi area in northern Zanzibar. This new
property marks RIU’s third hotel in Tanzania and introduces innovative
luxury elements to the region’s hospitality … read more
The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority
(MTPA) is gearing up to lead a high-profile delegation at
the upcoming Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) Mumbai
2026, scheduled from 5 to 7 February at the prestigious
Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai,
India. Positioned at booth PK 200, the MTPA … read more
Ghana
is actively preparing to introduce a new national airline within the
next year, signalling a bold move to strengthen both regional and
international air connectivity. The announcement came alongside the
inaugural flight of AIR TANZANIA COMPANY
LIMITED to Accra, highlighting Ghana’s commitment to
expandin… read more
The
upcoming IBTM Africa, scheduled alongside
WTM Africa at the Cape Town International Convention
Centre (CTICC) from April 13-15, 2026, is rapidly
emerging as a pivotal event for Africa’s MICE (Meetings,
Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector. This
year’s edition is drawi… read more
The close of 2025 brought a dramatic shift for
Madagascar’s tourism sector, as the country
was rocked by a sudden political crisis. The removal of President Andry
Rajoelina, following weeks of youth-led protests over persistent water
and power shortages, culminated in a military takeover in mid-October.
Demonstrations … read more