AFRAA Virtual Industry Affairs Briefing, Wednesday, 25 June at 10h00 UTC / 13h00 EAT (UTC+3)
(Posted 25th June 2025) As part of our ongoing commitment to advocate for our member airlines and keep you informed of key developments in the airline industry, the AFRAA Secretariat hosts a monthly Industry Affairs Briefing Webinar Series on the last Wednesday of each month. These sessions are followed by the publication of our Monthly […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa/Zimbabwe: New tourism-only border crossing links Kruger National Park and Gonarezhou National Park!
(Posted 25th June 2025) For the first time ever, travellers will be able to journey seamlessly between South Africa and Zimbabwe through a scheduled, tourism-only border crossing right in the heart of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area (GLTFCA). This exciting new development officially connects Kruger National Park and Gonarezhou National Park, offering an extraordinary opportunity to experience one of […]
Qatar Airways Wraps Up Landmark Showcase at Paris Air Show 2025
(Posted 25th June 2025) Qatar Airways concluded its remarkable showcase at the 55th edition of the Paris Air Show and affirmed its position as a global aviation leader. From unveiling pioneering cabin experiences and technological breakthroughs to earning the prestigious Skytrax World’s Best Airline title for a record ninth time, the airline’s presence captured […]
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe’s Online Border Management System (OBMS) now fully operational at major entry points!
(Posted 25th June 2025) The Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) has announced that Zimbabwe’s Online Border Management System (OBMS) is now fully operational. Introduced by the Department of Immigration in January, the OBMS is a digital platform aimed at streamlining immigration procedures and improving efficiency for travellers and border officials alike. The OBMS allows travellers to apply for visas online and benefit from […]
The Final Battle & A Culinary Journey! AYTIS 2025: Join Us Virtually!
(Posted 25th June 2025) Announcing The Top 5 Innovators! The moment you’ve been waiting for is here! We are delighted to announce the Top 5 innovators who will battle it out for the coveted 7th AYTISC title. These exceptional young minds have refined their groundbreaking solutions and are ready to present […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town ranked among world’s top hiking cities in new global study!
(Posted 25th June 2025) Cape Town in South Africa has been named the 4th best city in the world for hiking city breaks, according to a recent global study by Sportsshoes.com. The ranking, which evaluated over 180 major tourist destinations worldwide, highlights Cape Town’s world-class appeal to hiking enthusiasts and adventure travelers. Thanks to its unique geography, combining […]
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards Entries Deadline Extended to 7 July!
(Posted 25th June 2025) Entries Deadline Extended to 7 July! World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards has extended the call for entries for its 2025 programme to 7 July. If your organisation is a pioneer in sustainable travel, you could gain global recognition for your efforts. Entry is free of charge, quick […]
Taipei Songshan Airport Reimagines Check-In Experience Thanks To Suite Of Advanced SITA Technologies
(Posted 25th June 2025) Passengers departing from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) will soon benefit from a lightning-fast, fully streamlined check-in experience thanks to SITA technology. The airport has selected SITA to lead its next-generation shared check-in counter project, deploying a full suite of self-service and biometric-powered tech to future-proof operations and keep passenger satisfaction high. […]
AFRAA and TPConnects Unveil Key Insights on the Future of Airline Retailing in Africa
(Posted 25th June 2025) In a pivotal step for African aviation, TPConnects Technologies and the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) have released a comprehensive whitepaper, “Africa’s Next Flight: Modern Airline Retailing Unlocked,” offering new insights into the realities, challenges, and opportunities facing African airlines as they modernize their distribution and retailing strategies. The […]
ATTA® FOR ACTION 2025 AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT EXPERIENCE AFRICA IN LONDON
(Posted 24th June 2025) ATTA® Media Voice for Action Award goes to Uganda’s Charlotte Beauvoisin The ATTA® for Action Awards, established by the African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA®), were announced on 23rd of June at the Experience Africa travel trade show in London. Now in their second year, the […]
Zimbabwe: Poacher kills over 100 elephants
(Posted 24th June 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Leonard Ncube & Nqobile Tshili, Herald Online (Zimbabwe), June 23, 2025 POLICE have arrested a suspected poacher for allegedly poisoning over 100 elephants using cyanide at Hwange National Park. Tony Maphosa, who has been on the run since 2013, allegedly poisoned water points […]
Breaking News: Qatar Airways Announces Reinstatement of Flights as Airspace Reopens in the State of Qatar
(Posted 24th June 2025) Qatar Airways can confirm the reinstatement of flights following the reopening of airspace in the State of Qatar. Our focus at this time is to help our passengers return home or reach their onward journey safely and smoothly. We are working tirelessly with government stakeholders and the relevant authorities […]
TravelComments.com – Nyawutsi Bird Hide in Kruger National Park temporarily closed for maintenance!
(Posted 24th June 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the temporary closure of the Nyawutsi Bird Hide in the northern region of Kruger National Park. The popular hide is currently undergoing essential maintenance and will remain inaccessible until… READ MORE
Breaking News: Qatar Airways’ – Temporary Flights Suspension Due to Air Traffic Movement Closure
(Posted 24th June 2025) Qatar Airways confirms the temporary suspension of its flights due to the closure of air traffic movement in the State of Qatar. The airline is working closely with government stakeholders and the relevant authorities to support impacted passengers, and will resume operations when the airspace reopens. Once usual operations […]
Seychelles: Public Servants Day Message from Lalyans Nouvo Sesel
(Posted 24th June 2025) Today, we honour the thousands of Seychellois public servants who keep our country running — the teachers, nurses, police officers, social workers, and administrators who show up every day with dedication, integrity, and care. But let’s also speak the truth. While our frontline workers continue to serve under […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts Strengthen Presence in West Africa with signing of Crowne Plaza Lagos Ikeja
(Posted 24th June 2025) IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced the signing of Crowne Plaza Lagos Ikeja, a 119-rooms hotel scheduled to open in early 2028 under a franchise agreement with Watercress Hotel International Limited and to be operated by Valor Hospitality Partners, a global leader in […]
TravelComments.com – These 3 Cape Town restaurants made the World’s 100 Best list 2025
(Posted 24th June 2025) Cape Town has once again confirmed its status as South Africa’s culinary capital. In the newly released World’s 100 Best Restaurants 2025 list by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, three top restaurants from Cape Town have been honoured among the world’s finest. This global recognition highlights the Mother City as one of Africa’s premier food destinations and a […]
13th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and 2nd African Aviation Safety and Operations Summit
(Posted 24th June 2025) We are pleased to share with you a special edition of our newsletter featuring highlights from two landmark events hosted in May 2025. The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) successfully convened the 13th Aviation Stakeholders Convention (May 11–13) and the 2nd African Aviation Safety & Operations Summit (May 13–14) at the Kigali […]
Valor Hospitality Partners signs three deals in Namibia, expanding its continental footprint
(Posted 24th June 2025) Valor Hospitality Partners, a global leader in full-service hospitality solutions, today announced the signing of three new hotel management contracts in Namibia. This follows an announcement earlier this week of two new properties in West Africa that’s been added to its portfolio on the continent, signed at the […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 25, 2025
(Posted 24th June 2025) Introduction. From 16 to 20 June 2025, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Western and Central Africa (WACAF) Office convened a regional volcanic ash workshop in Yaoundé, Cameroon. The event brought together aviation regulators, meteorological agencies, volcano observatories, and air navigation service providers to develop a harmonized […]
Lucy Maruhi / Shelter Tours receive major award recognition
(Posted 23rd June 2025) In the year 2024, Lucy Maruhi, Shelter Tours Team Leader was awarded twice for her exceptional performance in Tourism Industry. On 19th June 2025, Shelter Connections & Events Organizer (Shelter Tours) was recognized and awarded as one of the “BEST TOUR OPERATORS IN AFRICA” Team work has continued […]
TravelComments.com – Golden Gate Highlands National Park: Free entry to the new Kgomomodumo Dinosaur Interpretive Centre!
(Posted 23rd June 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that entry to the new Kgomomodumo Dinosaur Interpretive Centre, located within Golden Gate Highlands National Park in the Free State, will be free for all visitors until… READ MORE
Zimbabwe – Hwange National Park: State-of-the-art facilities commissioned to boost conservation efforts
(Posted 23td June 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Rutendo Nyeve, Herald Online (Zimbabwe) June 22, 2025 THE Minister of Environment, Climate, and Wildlife, Dr Evelyn Ndlovu, officially commissioned state-of-the-art infrastructure and equipment at Matetsi Unit 5 and Hwange National Park last week, marking a significant step in efforts to reduce human-wildlife […]
The continued rise of elephant populations give wildlife managers pause
(Posted 23rd June 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Ryan Helcoski, UPR (Switzerland) June 20, 2025 “So, elephants in one area may be locally extinct, but a few hundred kilometers down the road, they are heavily over populated, to put it, basically. And that’s the situation around Africa,” said Richard Sowry who […]
Garamba park rangers shoot, arrest South Sudanese hunters
(Posted 23td June 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Radio Tamazuj (South Sudan), June 20, 2025 The local authorities in Western Equatoria State’s Ibba County have confirmed a cross-border incident in which seven South Sudanese hunters were arrested, and two were shot and injured after allegedly crossing into Garamba National Park in […]
Hunting in Tanzania threatens the Maasai, but the EU has no plans to ban trophy imports (yet)
(Posted 23td June 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Emanuele Bonini, Euronews (Belgium) June 19, 2025 Brussels – Sports hunting in Tanzania is increasingly threatening the Maasai, the indigenous people torn from their land for hunting activities, whose products will continue to be sold in the EU. The European Commission has […]
Qatar Airways Partners with Panasonic Avionics to Power a Smarter, More Connected Cabin Experience
(Posted 23rd June 2025) Qatar Airways, named World’s Best Airline 2025 for a record ninth time by Skytrax, is continuing to set new standards in passenger experience with the launch of its next-generation in-flight entertainment system, powered by Panasonic Avionics’ new Converix platform on its Boeing 777-9 fleet, during the 55th International Paris Air […]
TravelComments.com – Planning a beach day in Durban? Here’s what’s open
(Posted 22nd June 2025) Durban, located in KwaZulu-Natal on South Africa’s east coast, is famous for its warm waters and scenic beaches. The eThekwini Municipality, which governs Durban and its surrounding areas, has released a new update on the status of beaches and public swimming pools as of 19 June 2025. According to the municipality,… READ MORE
Boeing and Angolan Ministry of Transport Sign Memorandum of Strategic Cooperation
(Posted 22nd June 2025) Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Angola signed a Memorandum of Strategic Cooperation to explore initiatives aimed at advancing the Angolan aviation sector, in partnership with TAAG Angola Airlines. The Republic of Angola has prioritized the development of the aviation industry to enhance […]
The Customer Experience Africa Awards Return to Honour the Continent’s Brightest in Customer Experience
(Posted 22nd June 2025) After a powerful comeback in 2024, the Customer Experience Africa Awards (CXAs) are officially back for 2025 and bringing together the very best in customer experience from across the continent for a night of recognition, celebration, and connection. Taking place on Tuesday, 12th of August 2025 at the […]
