TravelComments.com – #Zambia: Zambia Airways to launch regional flights!
(Posted 09th February 2023) The national airline of the Republic of Zambia, Zambia Airways, is set to launch regional flights before the end of March 2023. The airline, a joint venture between Zambia’s state-owned Industrial Development Corporation (IDC; 55%) and Ethiopian Airlines (45%), announced last June that its first regional service to… READ MORE
Morukuru Family De Hoop launches beach cafe with a difference
(Posted 09th February 2023) Morukuru Family De Hoop launches beach cafe? with a difference There are few cafe’s which serve up views like those from the new Bites Beach Cafe’ by Morukuru Family De Hoop, or whose walls could speak of such times past. Bites breathes new life into an ancient structure. […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Road closures due to heavy rains & flooding!
(Posted 09th February 2023) South African National Park (SANParks) has announced several road updates for roads in the Kruger National Park. The region experienced heavy rains and flooding over the last couple of days, which caused roads and bridges inside the National Park to overflow. According to SANParks:… READ MORE
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 09th 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
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 09th February 2023) CCA IN THE NEWS Corporate Council on Africa And The Preparation of Botswana for 15th US-Africa Business Summit Business Post The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA), the leading US business association that focuses solely on connecting business interests between the United States and Africa, has indicated its strong commitment […]
Another #AirAccident in #SouthSudan as person on the ground killed
(Posted 08th February 2023) (Picture courtesy of Twitter:@bolayuel) A Cessna C208B Grand Caravan, upon landing at the Ulang airstrip earlier today, reportedly veered off the runway and subsequently killed a woman who stood nearby at her so called ‘Tukul’, the description for a basic hut. The aircraft, registered in Kenya as 5Y-EMM, […]
Africa Airline Passenger Demand Recovery continued and market share increased during Dec and full-year 2022
(Posted 08th February 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in air travel continued in December 2022 and for the full year. Total trafficin 2022 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 64.4% compared to 2021. Globally, full year 2022 traffic was at 68.5% of pre-pandemic (2019) levels. […]
#IATA Gives New Guidance to Improve Transportation of Mobility Aids
(Posted 08th February 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced new guidance to assist airlines and handling agents to transport mobility aids safely and efficiently and improve the travel experience for passengers with disabilities. Providing safe, reliable and dignified transport for passengers with disabilities is a priority for airlines that was reinforced […]
#BrusselsAirlines in #Uganda launches monthly news updates to corporate clients and travel agents
(Posted 08th February 2023) FEBRUARY 2023 Dear Partners, Please find below the latest updates from the Lufthansa Group. Lufthansa submits offer to acquire a stake in ITA Lufthansa is aiming to acquire a stake in the Italian national carrier ITA Airways. To this end, a Memorandum of Understanding […]
Nigeria Air to be airborne in 2023?
(Posted 08th February 2023) Nigeria Air to be airborne in 2023? We are delighted to share an exclusive interview by AeroTime with the Honourable Minister of Aviation of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mr. Hadi Abubakar Sirika. They talk about: The expected launch of Nigeria Air in the first quarter of 2023 and its […]
#Airlink signs codeshare agreement with #BritishAirways
(Posted 08th February 2023) British Airways has announced a codeshare partnership with Airlink, improving connectivity between the UK, Europe, North America and more than 15 destinations in Southern Africa. With bases in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban in South Africa, Airlink is a premium regional airline with a wide-reaching network of cities […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 08th 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 – Zambia: Proflight Zambia to launch direct flights to Durban!
(Posted 08th February 2023) Zambian airline Proflight Zambia is set to introduce direct flights to Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The airline will operate two weekly flights between Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) in Lusaka and King Shaka International Airprt (DUR) in Durban on Thursdays and Sundays. Flights on Thursdays will start on… READ MORE
#Tomorrow: AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues with Barr. Allen Onyema, CEO – Air Peace
(Posted 07th February 2023) Barr. Allen Onyema, Chief Executive Officer – Air Peace takes the stage at the February edition of AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues session scheduled for tomorrow, the 08th of February 2023. Join us for a thought-provoking one-on-one dialogue with Barr. Onyema as he shares the outlook of Air Peace and […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa has released rhino poaching statistics for 2022!
(Posted 07th February 2023) The South African Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has released the rhino poaching numbers for 2022. According to Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, a total of… READ MORE
IATA Signs Cooperation Agreement with the Government of the Federal Republic of Somalia
(Posted 07th February 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Government of the Federal Republic of Somalia agreed to deepen and formalize cooperation with the aim of strengthening the economic and social benefits of aviation in Somalia. Under an agreement signed by Kamil Alawadhi, IATA’s Regional Vice President, Africa and the […]
#Tanzania Tourism gets new boss – with deep private sector roots
(Posted 07th February 2023) The Tanzania Tourism Board is now being headed by a new Executive Director, the first substantive one since the pandemic year 2021, after Damasi Mfugale has been appointed by government. Damasi is arguably the first such appointee with deep private sector roots, having headed the Hotel Association of […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: CemAir launches flights between Cape Town Kimberley!
(Posted 07th February 2023) South African domestic and regional carrier CemAir is set to launch flights between Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town and Kimberley Airport (KIM) in Kimberley. Effective 17 February 2023, the airline will operate… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – East London: Road works taking place on the only access road to King Phalo Airport (ELS)!
(Posted 07th February 2023) Due to road works taking place at the R72 (“Settlers Way), the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is reminding passengers travelling to and from King Phalo Airport (ELS | formerly East London Airport) in East London in the Eastern Cape to allow sufficient travel time…. READ MORE
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 07th 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
Passenger Demand Recovery Continued on Track in December 2022 and for the Full Year,
(Posted 07th February 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in air travel continued in December 2022 and for the full year. Total traffic in 2022 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 64.4% compared to 2021. Globally, full year 2022 traffic was at 68.5% of pre-pandemic (2019) levels. […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Three destinations in the Western Cape are among the “Leading Places: The 100 Most Loved Destinations in the World”!
(Posted 06th February 2023) According to the findings of the global Tourism Sentiment Index (TSI), a travel data intelligence solution created by the destination marketing agency Destination Think, three destinations in South Africa’s Western Cape are among the “Leading Places: The 100 Most Loved Destinations in the World” in 2022, with… READ MORE
#IATA data confirm: Air Cargo Closes 2022 Near Pre-Pandemic Levels
(Posted 06th February 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that 2022 full-year demand for air cargo took a significant step back from 2021 levels but was close to 2019 performance. Global full-year demand in 2022, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), was down 8.0% compared […]
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 06th 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 […]
Travelcare Holidays Uganda takes aim at international travelers
(Posted 06th February 2023) Travelcare, one of Uganda’s leading travel agencies, has just released a new website focusing on the unique attractions the country has to offer for visitors from abroad – and local travelers alike. Declan Peppard, the CEO of Travelcare, describes the 24 page ‘Discover Uganda’ site as: ‘In […]
#Jumeirah Group expands presence in #Europe with key acquisition in #Geneva
(Posted 06th February 2023) Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, today announced the acquisition of its first property in Switzerland as it continues its growth trajectory and international expansion. The flagship property – Le Richemond – was founded in 1875 and is located on the banks of […]
TravelComments.com – Closure of Clarence Drive in Cape Town: Steenbras Nature Reserve remains open!
(Posted 06th February 2023) The City of Cape Town has informed the public that the Steenbras Nature Reserve and the Steenbras River Gorge and Crystal Pools hiking trail are open to the public despite the roadworks along a section of the Clarence Drive (R44) between km 53.5 (The Grill Shack) and km 56.5 (Steenbras Dam Mountain Pass). Those wanting to visit the Steenbras […]
Mossel Bay Municipality: Whale carcass washes ashore at Hersham Beach!
(Posted 06th February 2023) The Mossel Bay Municipality has informed the public to refrain from walking on Hersham Beach between Great Brak River and Hersham whilst the Municipality’s environmental team is busy removing a whale carcass. The whale washed ashore this morning (06 February 2023) around 06:00. Hersham Beach is closed since… READ MORE
#AFRAA – EgyptAir Holding Company Chairman Dialogues with AFRAA Secretary General
(Posted 06th February 2023) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) Secretary General, Mr. Abdérahmane Berthé, met EgyptAir Holding Company Chairman – Eng. Yehia Zakaria on 5th February at EgytAir Headquarters in Cairo – Egypt for the year’s first edition of the “AFRAA Member Airline CEOs Leadership Dialogues”. The CEO Dialogues initiative, which hosted a total […]
#AviaDevAfrica2023 – Energise the industry and Elevate the future of African aviation
(Posted 06th February 2023) Engage in discussion, Energise the industry and Elevate the future of African aviation at AviaDev 2023 AviaDevAfrica is thrilled to share this years theme for AviaDev “Engage, Energise, Elevate.” AviaDev is the premier platform dedicated to growing connectivity to, from, and within the African continent. You will have […]
