2024 Aviation Stakeholders’ Convention and 1st African Safety & Operations Summit, 12th – 15th of May 2024
(Posted 29th August 2023) THE 12TH AVIATION STAKEHOLDERS CONVENTION AND AFRICA’S 1ST SAFETY AND OPERATIONS SUMMIT The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and Ethiopian Airlines are pleased to inform all esteemed members, partners and air transport industry stakeholders that the 12th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and Africa’s 1st Safety and Operations Summit will be held from 12-15 May 2024 in […]
TravelComments.com – Short film: “SEE US” – South Africa’s secret sanctuaries that sharks and rays embrace as their refuge!
(Posted 29th August 2023) On the Brink, a South African campaign aimed at highlighting the importance and value of new shark and ray sanctuary, has released a stunning (free!) short film titled “SEE US“. The film follows a team of marine conservationists, divemaster, Thandeka Hlongwa, and marine cinematographer, Steve Benjamin, as they explore South Africa’s untamed coastline […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: #Flysafair relaunches a key route in the Western Cape in time for summer!
(Posted 29th August 2023) South African low-cost airline FlySafair has announced the relaunch of a key local route in South Africa’s Western Cape. Starting from early September 2023, the airline will once again be opening a route connecting Cape Town and… READ MORE
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(Posted 29th August 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA): All nature reserves in Mpumalanga will go cashless!
(Posted 29th August 2023) The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has announced that all of its nature reserves in Mpumalanga, including the popular Blyde River Canyon, as well as its Visitor Information Centre are set to implement a cashless service system. Effective… READ MORE
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(Posted 28th August 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Kenya Airports Authority CEO fired over blackout at #Kenya’s main airport
(Posted 27th August 2023) Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport Kipchumba Murkomen, in the wake of a major blackout at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, fired the KAA boss Alex Gitari. He subsequently appointed Henry Ogoye, who until now was serving as the Head of Corporate Planning to the position of Acting CEO. […]
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe: Fastjet to increase flights between Bulawayo Johannesburg!
(Posted 26th August 2023) Low-cost carrier Fastjet Zimbabwe has announced the introduction of additional flight frequencies from Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, and OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa. Effective… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: No power supply at two rest camps for three days at the end of August 2023!
(Posted 26th August 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that Twee Rivieren Rest Camp and Nossob Rest Camp in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park will be without power for some time at the end of August 2023. This is due to the yearly maintenance of the transformers at Twee Rivieren Rest Camp and the mini substations (“minisubs”) at Nossob Rest Camp. The maintenance […]
Experience the Belgian beer tradition
(Posted 26th August 2023) Famous Belgian Beers are also served on board of Brussels Airlines, Belgium’s national airline, but the variety on offer at Brussels’ Grand Place in early September will be unmatched. Fly with Brussels Airlines to the European capital city and enjoy the beer festival and so much more … […]
Thornybush Joins The Long Run Organisation
(Posted 26th August 2023) Thornybush is proud to announce that they have been accepted as a member of The Long Run, a trailblazing community of nature-based tourism businesses united in their commitment to driving holistic sustainability worldwide. Thornybush has already taken substantial strides towards reinforcing its dedication to environmental conservation and community enrichment […]
INTRA – AFRICA TRAVEL & TOURISM BUSINESS EXCHANGE TO RUN AS PART OF THE 6TH AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM & AWARDS
(Posted 26th August 2023) The 6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum & Awards 2023 will be preceded by Africa Travel and Tourism Business Exchange, Business-to-Business Session and Exhibition on Tuesday, 03rd ofOctober 2023. These sessions will offer an opportunity for marketing, sales, business development and networking in professional and personalised setting for suppliers […]
#UgandaAirlines announces date for #Lagos flights
(Posted 25th August 2023) Uganda Airlines has set the date for the launch of nonstop flights between Entebbe to Lagos / Nigeria as the 19th of October. The route will initially be served three times a week, using an Airbus A330-800Neo aircraft with a three class layout of Business, Premium Economy and […]
#Fastjet announces additional flights between #Bulawayo and #Johannesburg
(Posted 25th August 2023) Fastjet Zimbabwe has announced additional flight frequencies from Bulawayo’s JM Nkomo International Airport to Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport in support of business and leisure travel. Flights from Bulawayo to Johannesburg will increase from a daily service to 12 weekly flights with the re-introduction of a morning service […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 25th August 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
#AFRAA to Join Focus Africa Initiative to Enhance Aviation’s Economic Contribution to the Continent
(Posted 24th August 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) announced that AFRAA is joining the Focus Africa initiative. Focus Africa aims to maximize the contribution of aviation to development across the African Continent by better serving passengers and shippers. Under Focus Africa, private and public stakeholders are committed […]
Invitation to register for ATLF – Intra-Africa Travel & Tourism Business Exchange, Exhibition And Destination Showcase
(Posted 24th August 2023) 6TH AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM & AWARDS 4th -6th October 20203 Gaborone International Convention Center Botswana The 6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum & Awards 2023 will be preceded by an Intra – Africa Travel and Tourism Business Exchange, Business-to-Business Session & Exhibition on Tuesday, 3 October 2023. These sessions offer an opportunity […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 24th August 2023) CCA IN THE NEWS Corporate Council on Africa Announces John Olajide To Serve as Board Chairman Starting 1 January 2024 All Africa The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) is pleased to announce the election of John Olajide as the new Chairman of the Board, effective January 1, 2024. He […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 24th August 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 23rd August 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Temporary closure of Shingwedzi Rest Camp in September 2023!
(Posted 22nd August 2023) The Shingwedzi Rest Camp, located in the northern part of Kruger National Park, is hosting the the annual “Baroque in the Bush” concert event from 11 September 2023 to… READ MORE
Serena Kenya Safari Lodges & Camps publish new Resident and Non-Resident Air Packages for the period September to December 2023
(Posted 22nd August 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, DearBusiness Partners, We continue to express our sincere gratitude for your continuous efforts in promoting Serena Hotels’ packages to your valued clients. Enclosed, find our air packages for the remaining part of the year 2023. These offers is designed for the discerning traveler seeking captivating safari […]
Jane Goodall set to give a public lecture today in #Kampala
(Posted 22nd August 2023) By Charlotte Beauvoisin, Publisher of The Diary of a Muzungu TODAY It’s a huge honour to WELCOME BACK TO UGANDA the one and only Jane Goodall, DBE, Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute Uganda and UN Messenger of Peace. Today Tuesday 22 August, Goodall will be the Key […]
Generative AI for the Travel and Air Transport industry
(Posted 22nd August 2023) Courtesy of and by Gustavo Pina, Director of SITA Lab Gus Pina is the Director of SITA Lab, the company’s strategic research and development arm. Created in 2008, SITA Lab explores new technology. It drives innovations for the air transport community, working independently and in partnership with others […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 22nd August 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – #Namibia to upgrade gravel roads in #Etosha National Park!
(Posted 22nd August 2023) The Executive Director of the Namibian Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), Teofilus Nghitila, announced at the launch of the annual tourism statistical report for 2022 that the Government of Namibia took a decision to tar some gravel roads at hotspot tourist attractions in Etosha National Park covering… READ MORE
TravelCare Uganda launches new App
(Posted 21st August 2023) Declan Peppard, CEO of TravelCare Uganda, has confirmed that their new App has now gone online and is fully operational. This keeps TravelCare Uganda on top of the pack, giving their customers access to all their services at the tip of their fingers, from their sofa or armchair at […]
Qatar Airways Increases New York Frequency to Three Flights per Day
(Posted 21st August 2023) Effective 30th of October 2023, Qatar Airways will increase frequency to New York (JFK) from two to three daily flights. Offering new connections between New York and more than 80 destinations in the Middle-East, Africa, South Asia and Southeast Asia, the new flights will conveniently arrive early morning and […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 21st August 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – North West Parks and Tourism Board (NWPTB) has announced the dates for the “Park Mahala Week 2023”!
(Posted 20th August 2023) The North West Parks and Tourism Board, mandated to, among other things, manage the 14 protected areas (known as nature/game reserves) in South Africa’s North West Province, has released the dates of the Park Mahala Week 2023. From… READ MORE
