Vanishing Wild: The Battle Against Illegal Wildlife Trade
(Posted 23rd January 2026) Courtesy of African Wildlife News Tanusri Saradhi, Earth.com (U.S), January 22, 2026 Illegal wildlife trade is a growing global crisis and the largest direct threat to the future of many of the world’s most threatened species. Recent UN data (2015-2021) shows around 4,000 species impacted, including 3,250 listed under […]
Experts studying evolution of elephants meeting in Nairobi for conference
(Posted 22nd January 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Gilbert Koech, The Star (Kenya), January 21, 2026 Experts studying the evolutionary history of elephants from across the world are meeting at the National Museums of Kenya in Nairobi for the 9th International Conference on mammoths and their relatives. The conference comes at a […]
TravelComments.com – Urgent Travel Advisory: Botswana issues travel advisory for Chobe National Park roads!
(Posted 22nd January 2026) The Botswana Ministry of Environment and Tourism, through the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP), has issued an important advisory regarding current road conditions in and around Chobe National Park following widespread heavy rainfall…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Durban beach water quality update: Majority of beaches safe for swimming!
(Posted 21st January 2026) The eThekwini Municipality has confirmed that the vast majority of Durban’s monitored beaches are currently safe for swimming, following the release of the latest coastal water quality test results dated 20 January 2026. According to the official assessment, 21 of the city’s 23 regularly monitored beaches meet required safety standards, reaffirming Durban’s reputation as […]
Webinar: China Update & Introduction to the China Visitors Summit (CVS)
(Posted 21st January 2026) Location: Prague | April 13–14, 2026 Are you a hotel, destination, attraction, or tourism professional in Europe or around the world, looking to better understand and capture Chinese inbound travel demand in 2026? Join us for a focused, practical one-hour webinar covering the latest China travel trends, proven […]
TravelComments.com – Crocodile Bridge Gate to reopen as conditions improve in Kruger National Park!
(Posted 21st January 2026) As weather conditions continue to stabilise across parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, including sections of the Kruger National Park, South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that Crocodile Bridge Gate will reopen to day visitors from Thursday, 22 January 2026…. READ MORE
Auric Air Welcomes 5H-ABA with Executive Seating
(Posted 21st January 2026) Auric Air is pleased to announce the addition of a new aircraft to our growing fleet — the Cessna Grand Caravan, registration 5H-ABA. This latest Caravan has been configured with executive-style seating, offering enhanced comfort and a more refined onboard experience, while maintaining the aircraft’s proven versatility for regional and […]
TravelComments.com – All MTPA attraction sites in Mpumalanga reopen after heavy rainfall!
(Posted 21st January 2026) The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has confirmed that all attraction sites managed by the Agency are now fully open to visitors. This announcement follows a comprehensive post-rainfall assessment conducted after recent heavy rains impacted parts of Mpumalanga’s tourism sector…. READ MORE
Mount Kenya Trust – Reflecting on 2025
(Posted 21st January 2026) As we start the new year, we’ve had a chance to look back at a remarkable year of capacity building and impact despite many challenging changes for NGOs everywhere. We’re starting the new year with fresh optimism and renewed energy. Thank you for supporting us and staying connected […]
Forest elephants turn farms into pharmacies
(Posted 21st January 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Sanjana Gajbhiye, Earth. Com (U.S) Jan 19, 2025 Across Gabon, a heavily forested country in western Africa, farmers often face a difficult morning surprise. Banana plants lie crushed. Papaya stems snap near ground level. Forest elephants frequently visit farms at night, leaving damaged crops […]
Dubai named ‘World’s Leading Sustainable City’ at World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards
(Posted 21st January 2026) Dubai has been recognized with the title of ’World’s Leading Sustainable City 2025’ by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards. The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025, held at Terra, Expo City […]
TravelComments.com – Ramsar status secures Angola’s wetland that sustains the Okavango Delta!
(Posted 21st January 2026) Angola has designated Lisima Lya Mwono as its first Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention – an important step for protecting the Okavango Delta, Botswana’s most popular and internationally renowned tourism destination…. READ MORE
Dubai tenders Al-Maktoum international airport metro link
(Posted 21st January 2026) The 3km extension will connect Dubai Expo station with the Al-Maktoum International Airport’s West Terminal Tenders have now been issued for a new metro link to Al-Maktoum International Airport, marking another concrete step in the emirate’s long-term transport and aviation plans. Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) […]
Mother elephant saves baby from Kruger National Park floods
(Posted 21st January 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Jacarandafm (South Africa), January 19, 2026 The historical flooding that has hit the Kruger National Park and other parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga has been declared a national disaster in South Africa. According to Jacaranda FM News, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional […]
World Travel Awards call for 2026 entries
(Posted 21st January 2026) The Call for Entries for the World Travel Awards 2026 is now open. Travel and tourism organisations worldwide are invited to submit their entries for the opportunity to win the industry’s most prestigious accolade. Organisations demonstrating market-leading excellence are encouraged to participate. All available categories can be viewed online. The […]
Auric Air announces that Siwandu Airstrip now open again
(Posted 20th January 2026) Auric Air is pleased to announce the resumption of flight operations to Siwandu Airstrip, located in Nyerere National Park. Following a period of inactivity, Siwandu Airstrip is now open, and flights are available for booking in our system. Available connections include: Zanzibar ? Siwandu Ruaha ? Siwandu […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Road between Kamqua–Mata Mata undergoes upgrading!
(Posted 20th January 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that sections of the road linking Kamqua and Mata Mata Rest Camp in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park will undergo scheduled upgrading from January 2026…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Durban Beach Safety Update: 22 of 23 beaches cleared for swimming!
(Posted 20th January 2026) The eThekwini Municipality has confirmed that 22 of Durban’s 23 officially monitored beaches are currently safe for swimming, following the release of the latest coastal water quality test results dated 16 January 2026…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – South African Airways and CemAir launch domestic codeshare partnership!
(Posted 20th January 2026) South African Airways (SAA) has entered into a strategic domestic codeshare agreement with privately owned South African airline CemAir, marking a significant expansion of air connectivity within South Africa. This partnership strengthens connectivity between major cities and niche destinations not previously served by SAA’s network…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Qatar Airways expands South Africa flights in early 2026!
(Posted 20th January 2026) The flag carrier airline of Qatar, Qatar Airways, is significantly expanding its flight services to South Africa in the first half of 2026, with increased frequencies and aircraft updates on routes between Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha and Cape Town, Doha and Johannesburg, as well as Doha and Durban via Maputo in Mozambique. These changes are designed to deliver greater flexibility, improved connectivity and enhanced […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 2, 2026
(Posted 20th January 2026) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech you can read every week the arguably most comprehensive aviation updates available from all over Africa Introduction. Ethiopian Aviation University, Africa’s largest aviation center of excellence, graduated 457 aviation professionals from 12 countries on 17 […]
2025: a travel year rich in stories and people on Diary of a Muzungu
(Posted 20th January 2026) It was a year of travel – for both fun and for research – with fascinating conversations across Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya on the award-winning East Africa Travel Podcast by Diary of a Muzungu. 2025 was a busy year for Diary of a Muzungu. If you missed a […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park access update: Gate closures and recommended routes!
(Posted 19th January 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued an updated access advisory for the Kruger National Park following widespread flooding and infrastructure damage. Visitors are urged to take note of the current gate closures, restricted routes, and recommended access points when planning their travel…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park implements emergency gate quotas after overnight rain!
(Posted 19th January 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) has implemented a gate quota system with immediate effect at the Kruger National Park (KNP) following intensified overnight rainfall that caused additional damage to park infrastructure. The measure has been introduced to prioritise visitor safety and ensure effective traffic management under challenging conditions…. READ MORE
Africa’s great elephant divide: countries struggle with too many elephants – or too few
(Posted 19th January 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Sophy Roberts, The Guardian (U.K.), January 15, 2026 It is late on a January afternoon in the middle of South Sudan’s dry season, and the landscape, pricked with stubby acacias, is hazy with smoke from people burning the grasslands to encourage new growth. Even […]
Close shave as elephants stray into Lukenya University, prompt swift KWS response
(Posted 19th January 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Maureen Kinyanjui, Eastleigh Voice (Kenya), January 17, 2026 Lukenya University on Saturday witnessed a close call after students reported elephants entering areas frequently used for learning and recreation. Authorities and wildlife experts quickly acted to ensure the safety of both students and the elephants. […]
Conservationist urges stronger collaboration to stem elephant-human conflict in Cross River
(Posted 19th January 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Asare Asare, Daily Post (Nigeria), January 18, 2026 In recent times there have been reports of elephants sauntering into farmlands in Boki LGA of Cross River State, resulting in destruction of crops as well as human-elephant conflict. To stem this, the country director […]
Dr. Alain St. Ange set to speak at two key events in the UK
(Posted 19th January 2026) DR. ALAIN ST.ANGE TO SPEAK AT AN EVENT AT PARLIAMENT HOUSE AND A SECOND ONE AT OXFORD UNIVERSITY Dr. Alain St.Ange is the former Seychelles Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports, and Marine, and a globally recognised tourism leader. Currently heading the“Saint Ange Consultancy, ” he previously […]
TravelComments.com – Day visitors to Kruger National Park to resume as weather conditions improve!
(Posted 19th January 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that day visitor access to the Kruger National Park (KNP) will resume from Monday, 19 January 2026, following a significant improvement in weather conditions across Limpopo and Mpumalanga, including areas within the park…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Flooding in Mozambique continues as conditions improve in South Africa!
(Posted 19th January 2026) Mozambique is facing widespread disruption following persistent heavy rainfall and flooding across several regions, with significant humanitarian, economic and tourism-related consequences. The situation, unfolding during the peak of the 2025/26 rainy season, highlights the country’s ongoing vulnerability to extreme weather events and climate-related risks…. READ MORE
