Last Exhibition Booths Remaining | Showcase Your Innovation at Fintech Festival Tanzania 2026
(Posted 01st August 2026) The countdown has begun. With only a few premium exhibition booths remaining, this is your opportunity to position your organization at Fintech Festival Tanzania 2026, Africa’s leading fintech gathering. 20–21 August 2026 Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC) Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Why Exhibit Now? Meet 10,000+ fintech professionals Connect with 300+ […]
Elephant culling: Why Africa remains deeply divided over this issue
(Posted 01st August 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Mariana Balt, SA People (South Africa), July 29, 2026 Elephant culling divides opinion like few conservation issues. For some, it is a practical response to growing elephant populations in fenced reserves. For others, it is an ethical failure that ignores science and the complexity […]
The Pyne Awards Africa – Your Visa Guide for Maputo 2026
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TravelComments.com – Durban beaches update: All swimming beaches remain open (29 July 2026)
(Posted 01st August 2026) If you’re planning a beach day in Durban, the latest water quality results bring more good news for visitors. According to the eThekwini Municipality‘s 29 July 2026 update, all officially designated swimming beaches remain open, with water quality ranging from excellent to acceptable under the municipality’s E. coli monitoring programme…. READ MORE
Advance Your Air Transport Expertise with ICAO
(Posted 01st August 2026) Air Transport Professional Training Programme Today’s air transport environment demands professionals who understand both regulation and commercial realities. The Air Transport Professional Training Programme brings together three self-paced courses that cover air transport regulatory issues and economics, equipping participants with the knowledge to navigate complex policy environments, […]
Aviation Industry Urges African Governments to Align API and PNR Programs with Global Standards
(Posted 01st August 2026) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), the Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA), and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged African States to implement Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) systems in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards and global best practices. API […]
ICAO/ACI/IATA Symposium on Accessibility in International Civil Aviation
)Posted 01st August 2026) Second Joint ICAO/ACI/IATA Symposium on Accessibility in International Civil Aviation Registration Open / Call for Sponsors and Exhibitors Registration is now open for the Second Joint ICAO/ACI/IATA Symposium on Accessibility in International Civil Aviation, taking place 14–15 October 2026 at ICAO Headquarters in Montréal, Canada. Under the theme “Advancing Global Commitment to Inclusive and Universally […]
TravelComments.com – Cricket World Cup 2027: Host cities in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia unveiled
(Posted 31st July 2026) The countdown to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 has taken another major step, with the official host cities and stadiums now confirmed across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia…. READ MORE
40 elephants missing from Tsavo East National Park found
(Posted 31st July 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Michael Mutinda, Citizen Digital (Kenya), July 29, 2026 Forty elephants that strayed from Tsavo East National Park into Kamboo and Kiboko areas of Makueni County have been found after raising fears of possible human-wildlife conflict. Chyulu Senior Warden Peter Njoroge said the elephants, which were […]
Man gets 9 years for possessing ivory
(Posted 31st July 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Yeukai Karengezeka-Chisepo, Herald (Zimbabwe), July 30, 2026 A 44-year-old Murehwa man has been sentenced to an effective nine years in prison after he was caught attempting to sell eight pieces of raw ivory without a licence. Blessing Kwaramba, of Zimbiru Village under Chief Chinamhora […]
Cyanide poisoning killed 15 elephants in Amboseli, KWS confirms
(Posted 31st July 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Brenda Wanga, Citizen Digital (Kenya) (UK) July 29, 2026 Fifteen elephants that died within the Amboseli National Park ecosystem over the past month succumbed to cyanide poisoning after ingesting pesticides sprayed on nearby tomato farms, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has said. KWS Director […]
Reckless driving inside Kruger Park: Driver faces double trouble for actions
(Posted 31st July 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Mariana Balt, SA People (South Africa), July 30, 2026 Reckless driving inside the Kruger National Park has placed a delivery driver in serious trouble after a video captured a near collision with two elephant bulls near Skukuza. The incident has angered park authorities, shocked […]
Air Passenger Demand Falls 1.7% in June
(Posted 31st July 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2026 global passenger demand: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was down 1.7% compared to June 2025. Excluding the Middle East, demand declined by 0.6%. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), decreased 1.3% year-on-year. The […]
TravelComments.com – Botswana Weather Outlook 2026/27: What travellers should know about El Niño, drought and wildfire risk
(Posted 31st July 2026) If you’re planning a safari or self-drive adventure in Botswana between late 2026 and early 2027, it’s worth keeping an eye on the weather. Botswana’s Department of Meteorological Services has released its 2026/27 Seasonal Rainfall Outlook, forecasting a greater than 90% chance that El Niño conditions will develop and influence the country’s rainy season from October […]
Official Delegate Invitation: 7th Edition Fintech Festival Tanzania (August 20th–21st)
(Posted 31st July 2026) In three weeks, the global financial technology ecosystem converges in Dar es Salaam for the 7th Edition of Fintech Festival Tanzania. On August 20th–21st, 2026, the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC) in Dar es Salaam will host over 10,000 leaders, policy makers, and innovators from 120+ countries, building on the […]
Cost Impact of the UK SAF Mandate Design
(Posted 31st July 2026) The design of the UK SAF Mandate differs from that of ReFuelEU aviation, with one of the more significant elements being the UK’s inclusion of a “HEFA cap”. Despite its name, this is a cap on certain feedstocks, such as used cooking oil (UCO), and not the technology […]
Aviation Industry Urges African Governments to Align API and PNR Programs with Global Standards
(Posted 31st July 2026) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), the Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA), and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged African States to implement Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) systems in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards and global best practices. API […]
TravelComments.com – CemAir adds more Bloemfontein flights to Durban and George from August 2026
(Posted 31st July 2026) Travellers flying to or from Bloemfontein will soon have more flexibility, with South African regional airline CemAir adding extra weekly flights to Durban and George…. READ MORE
Closed doors signal the end of an era for Brussels Airlines in Uganda
(Posted 31st July 2026) Brussels Airlines’ Kampala office has been closed effective immediately, shutting out their faithful travelers who over decades frequented the airline offices to buy their tickets. Said one affected traveler to ATCNews on condition of anonymity: ‘What do I do now? I used to come to Rwenzori House to […]
AeroTrail Africa | Africa’s Busiest Intra-African Airline Routes
(Posted 30th July 2026) Courtesy of Mr. Alex Koech and AeroTrail Limited Have you ever wondered which intra-African international air routes recorded the highest seat capacity during the first half of 2026? According to AeroTrail analysis, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport led the continent’s intra-African connectivity with an estimated 5,562,177 scheduled […]
TravelComments.com – Namaqua National Park’s 2026 wildflower season Is underway
(Posted 30th July 2026) If you’re planning a spring road trip through the Northern Cape, now is the time to start watching the flower reports…. READ MORE
Last Chance to Nominate | Africa Fintech & AI Awards 2026
(Posted 30th July 2026) Innovation deserves recognition. The 4th Edition of the Africa Fintech & AI Awards 2026 is now accepting nominations from outstanding organizations, startups, financial institutions, technology companies, regulators, founders, executives, and innovators shaping the future of financial technology and artificial intelligence across Africa. Whether you are transforming digital payments, banking, lending, cybersecurity, […]
Kenya relocates 5 elephants to reduce human-wildlife conflict
(Posted 30th July 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Xinhua (China), July 28, 2026 The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has launched a six-day operation to relocate five elephants to a safer protected habitat in a bid to reduce human-wildlife conflict affecting farming communities in central Kenya’s Mwea region. In a statement issued Monday […]
Kenya experiencing national power blackout
(Posted 30th July 2026) Reports from Kenya indicate that Nairobi, the Kenya coast and in fact almost the entire country have been plunged into darkness once again, following a widespread power outage.
Air Cargo Demand Strengthens in June, Up 8.5%
(Posted 30th July 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 8.5% compared to June 2025 (9.6% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 4.4% compared to June 2025 (4.9% […]
Emirates Skywards Boosts Rail & Travel
(Posted 30th July 2026) Emirates Skywards is expanding how its global base of members can explore Europe, unlocking access to more than 12,000 rail destinations across the continent with the newly launched Skywards Rail With access to over 40 major operators across 12 European countries, Emirates Skywards members can now use their Miles […]
Radisson Launches ChatGPT Hotel Bookings
(Posted 39th July 2026) New Radisson Hotels app in ChatGPT helps travelers move from trip intent to relevant hotel options, live rates, and direct booking paths, advancing Radisson Hotel Group’s agentic commerce strategy Radisson Hotel Group has collaborated with Accenture (NYSE: ACN) in launching an AI-powered hotel discovery app in ChatGPT, […]
Through the Pain to the Podium: Rising BBQ Superstar Wins Denver Championship
(Posted 29th July 2026) Culinary operator Annie Yayra Hiamey has secured first place at Denver’s Inaugural International BBQ Cookoff, organized by Faithfull Food. Capitalizing on this landmark victory, Hiamey announced the launch of premium, multi-tier AYCE fusion pop-ups and finalized partnerships with premier global brands for her upcoming international spice tour. While […]
Airbus reports Half-Year (H1) 2026 results
(Posted 30th July 2026) 351 commercial aircraft delivered Revenues € 33.2 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 2.7 billion EBIT (reported) € 2.7 billion; EPS (reported) € 2.84 Free cash flow before customer financing € -1.2 billion 2026 guidance unchange Airbus SE reported consolidated financial results for the Half-Year (H1) ended 30th of June […]
Mystery of 14 dead Amboseli elephants
(Posted 29th July 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Stanley Ngotho, Daily Nation (Kenya), July 28, 2026 The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is investigating the mysterious deaths of 14 elephants in Amboseli National Park in June, a development that has triggered concern among conservationists and local leaders, who are demanding answers. […]
