#Airlink to reinstate #Johannesburg – #NosyBe flights
(Posted 15th February 2023) Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will reinstate weekly scheduled services between Johannesburg and Nosy Be from 23rd of June 2023 as part of its drive to restore flights between South Africa and Madagascar to pre-pandemic levels. It follows Airlink’s resumption of flights to Madagascar’s capital, Antananarivo, in January 2023 […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 15th February 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Tata-owned #AirIndia to acquire at least 250 #Airbus aircraft
(Posted 15th February 2023) The Tata Group-owned Air India has announced its commitment to order 250 Airbus aircraft to boost its domestic and international operations. The commitment includes 140 A320neo and 70 A321neo single-aisle aircraft as well as 34 A350-1000 and six A350-900 wide-body jets that will mark a new era for the […]
The Top 10 highly demanded aviation courses of 2022
(Posted 14th February 2023) Aviation’s strong recovery has propelled a demand for professionals to update and expand their skillset. This demand will continue to soar throughout 2023. What are the skills that your peers aimed for? We looked at the preferences of more than 8000 participants that took a course with an IATA […]
Maximise networking & gain valuable industry insights in 3 packed days at AHIF
(Posted 14th February 2023) See what’s in store for you Key features you don’t want to miss! Get ready to inspire, invest and make an impact at the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum in Nairobi on 12-14 June. With over 12 features packed into three days, AHIF is designed to help you achieve your business goals. Whether […]
#Zambia to exhibit at ITB Berlin 2023
(Posted 14th February 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, Industry & Media Partners, In a bid to reposition Zambia for sustainable tourism growth and to tap into new and existing markets, the Zambia Tourism Agency will be exhibiting at ITB Berlin 2023 in March, you can find us in Hall 21A, Stand 118. Co-exhibitors include: 1. […]
Super EARLY BIRDS are saving BIG on Finance, Data & Fares courses
(Posted 14th February 2023) Planning means savings – now even more! Are you looking for your next skills upgrade in Finance, Data & Fares? Have a look at our curated list of in-demand courses in this particular area. We’ve chosen courses for you that will allow you to benefit from our new super […]
Rodrigues Kitesurf Festival 2023 – The latest updates
(Posted 14th February 2023) Nicknamed the Cinderella of the islands of the Mascareignes, Rodrigues Island is still unknown to many travelers who cannot locate it. Popular among Mauritians, Seychellois and Reunionese and some European tourists, this island is worth being visited for its authenticity, far from the clichés of other places that […]
#FlySafair set for flights to #Harare, #Windhoek and #Zanzibar
(Posted 14th February 2023) FlySafair, one of South Africa’s successful privately owned airlines, has yesterday confirmed that they will launch flights from Johannesburg to Harare and Windhoek in Q3 this year. This follows the approval of the airline’s application by the South African Air Services Council. Flights to Zanzibar, already operating under a […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 14th February 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 13th February 2023) In view of the lower numbers of new COVID19 cases in Africa will this update – at least for the time being – now be filed only twice a week, i.e. every Monday and Friday. Should case numbers start to increase again on a significant scale will the daily updates […]
#WTMAfrica2023 set for new records
(Posted 13th February 2023) WTM Africa 2023 figures even bigger Dear ATCNews Readers, WTM Africa 2022 facilitated over 7,000 pre-scheduled appointments (both online and in person) – an increase of more than 7% compared to 2019. We’re expecting our 2023 figures to be even bigger. Among last year’s highlights we’re building on in 2023: […]
6th #jollofricewar at 19th Akwaaba African Travel Market to include other Nations outside West Africa
(Posted 13th February 2023) The organisers of the biggest travel and tourism expo in West Africa, AKWAABA African Travel Market has announced the expansion of the annual Jollof Rice war among West Africans which will now include other nations outside West Africa. Akwaaba Started the #jollofricewar in 2017 among West African Countries […]
Brussels Airlines and The Human Link organize new ‘Fear of Flying’ course
(Posted 13th February 2023) Now that the travel sector is slowly picking up speed again, people suffering from fear of flying are also seeking help more frequently. That is why behavioral therapists from The Human Link and Belgian carrier Brussels Airlines are again organizing a ‘Fear of Flying’ course for the first time […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Shortage of unleaded fuel at Twee Rivieren Rest Camp!
(Posted 13th February 2023) According to a posting by Regional Communications Manager: Arid Parks at South African National Parks (SANParks), Genevieve Maasdorp, in the SANParks – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park facebook group, Twee Rivieren Rest Camp in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is currently experiencing a low shortage of unleaded fuel. Travellers are advised to fill up their vehicles with unleaded […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 13th February 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#EthiopianAirlines adds Xiamen and Shenzhen to its Cargo Destinations
(Posted 11th February 2023) Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, Africa’s largest network operator, has started two weekly freighter flights today connecting Xiamen with São Paulo and Santiago via Addis Ababa. Ethiopian also plans to commence two weekly freighter flights between Shenzhen and Liège as of February 17th, 2023. Ethiopian will deploy B777 Freighter […]
Charlotte Beauvoisin of ‘DiaryofaMuzungu’ is putting final touches on her podcast project
(Posted 11th February 2023) Did you know Wild Frontiers Uganda run game fishing tours in Murchison Falls? PHOTO CREDIT Paul Goldring Dear ATCNews Readers, A busy 2022 left little time for creative writing but don’t worry dear reader – or listener?– in 2023, I promise to inspire you once more The podcast is launching in […]
#QualityHill Boutique Mall – the place to be for Valentine
(Posted 11th February 2023) Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching and all over Kampala, in fact probably all over the world are preparations being made to celebrate the event after facing assembly bans and lockdowns due to the C19 pandemic over the past two years. In Kampala one of the premier spots to […]
TravelComments.com – eSwatini: eSwatini Air has released an update on the latest developments!
(Posted 10th February 2023) eSwatini Air, the new flag carrier of the Kingdom of eSwatini, has released an update on the latest developments. The airline’s Air Operator Certificate (AOC) was approved at the end of last year. The Foreign Operator Permit (FOP) for Zimbabwe has been received, while the FOP for South Africa is still in process. The Royal Eswatini National Airways Corporation (RENAC)* has […]
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 10th February 2023) In view of the lower numbers of new COVID19 cases in Africa will this update – at least for the time being – now be filed only twice a week, i.e. every Monday and Friday. Should case numbers start to increase again on a significant scale will the daily […]
#Rodrigues International Kitesurf Festival returns as live event in July
(Posted 10th February 2023) Organized by the Rodrigues Kite Association and created in 2013, this festival, open to pros and amateurs of all levels, finally takes place again on Rodrigues Island after a three year hiatus due to the global COVID19 pandemic. The event is set to run from the 26th of […]
South African Airways to resume flights to Malawi
(Posted 10th February 2023) South African Airways (SAA) is set to resume flights to Malawi. Effective 16 March 2023, the airline will operate two weekly return flights on Thursdays and Saturdays from OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) in Lilongwe and Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre. SAA started selling tickets on 06 February 2023. Johannesburg 09:55 > 13:55 Lilongwe (via Blantyre) Lilongwe 14:50 > 17:30 Johannesburg Johannesburg 09:55 […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 10th February 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
TravelComments.com – CemAir to launch flights between Johannesburg Maun!
(Posted 10th February 2023) South African domestic and regional carrier CemAir is set to launch a new service to Botswana. The airline will operate daily non-stop flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Maun International Airport (MUB) in Maun from… READ MORE
#Fastjet flight returns to Harare after crew member falls ill
(Posted 09th February 2023) Fastjet Zimbabwe earlier today confirmed that Flight FN8339, a scheduled flight from Harare to Johannesburg returned to Harare shortly after departing due to a member of the flight crew becoming unwell. The airline stated that the safety of the flight, passengers and crew was not compromised. All passengers onboard […]
Live Presentation: “Wasini Island – Biodiversity, Conservation & Citizen Science” on 16.02. at 18h CET / 19h SAST / 20h EAT
(Posted 09th February 2023) Dear ATCNews readers, dear friends, dear colleagues, Leadership for Conservation Africa has offered us the opportunity to present to you Wasini Island’s rich biodiversity, our approach to conservation, and how citizen science supports this cause. The virtual live event will be held on Thursday 16.02. at 18h CET / 19h […]
#SITA is teaming up with #FrankfurtAirport and #NEC to introduce biometric passenger processing
(Posted 09th February 2023) The deployment of SITA Smart Path brings a comprehensive biometric passenger processing solution across all terminals and airlines at Frankfurt Airport Beginning this year, passengers traveling through Frankfurt Airport (Fraport) can breeze through the various steps in the journey – from check-in to boarding – […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Newlands Picnic Site to be open only on weekends!
(Posted 09th February 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the opening times for the Newlands Picnic Site in the Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town are set to change. Between 13 February 2023 and… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Northern Namibia: Temporary Closure of District Road 3636 (Okapya – Eheke – Onakamwandi)!
(Posted 09th February 2023) Namibia’s Roads Authority (RA), whose core business is to construct and maintain the country’s road sector, has informed the public that the Okapya-Eheke-Onakamwandi road is temporarily closed until further notice. This is due to flooding. Motorists who are traveling from Eheke and Onakamwandi should use the… READ MORE
