2022 Africa Visa Openness Index Shows Improvement in Visa Policies Across Continent
(Posted 12th December 2022) Despite Covid-19 lockdowns and travel disruptions, 93% of African countries have maintained or improved their score relative to 2021; Two-thirds of African countries have adopted more liberal visa policies compared to six years ago The 2022 Africa Visa Openness Index (AVOI) report shows African countries making progress in their […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: A new Interpretation Centre for the for the ?Khomani Cultural Landscape World Heritage Site has been opened at Twee Rivieren Rest Camp!
(Posted 12th December 2022) A new Interpretation Centre for the or the ?Khomani Cultural Landscape World Heritage Site has been opened at Twee Rivieren Rest Camp in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. The centre is currently open to the public from 07:00 until 18:00 every day…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways defers resumption of flights between Johannesburg Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)!
(Posted 12th December 2022) South African Airways (SAA) has announced that the launch of its new service to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) in South Africa’s Eastern Cape had been deferred. According to the airline, flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) in Gqeberha, which was to commence today (12 December 2022), will now be deferred […]
IATA outlines challenges and priorities for air transport in Africa
(Posted 12th December 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has outlined the priority issues that have to be resolved for Africa’s airline industry to become sustainably viable. These were spelled out by IATA’s Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East, Kamil Alawadhi, in his address to the 2022 General […]
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 12th December 2022) In view of the lower numbers of new COVID19 cases will this update now be filed – at least for the time being – every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Should case numbers start to increase again on a significant scale will the work daily updates resume. This update is […]
The Sayari Dunia Sustainable Tourism Foundation is ready to host their annual conference
(Posted 12th December 2022) Sayari Dunia Sustainable Tourism Foundation (SDSTF), a climate action and sustainable tourism organisation in collaboration with the Ogun State Government Ministry of Culture and Tourism have announced the dates for the 3rd edition of Africa Tourism Day. The 3-day event will hold from the 14th to the 16th […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 12th December 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Travel Recovery Speeds Up in Africa
(Posted 12th December 2022) DECEMBER 2022 | Issue 22-12 In some countries, the travel and tourism sector is expanding more than it was pre-pandemic. International travel is currently 30% behind pre-covid levels, yet Africa in Q4 of 2022 is just -19% under 2019 levels. At the same time, the 2023 outlook is […]
2023 Tropic Air 10to4 – REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
(Posted 12th December 2022) AT LAST, THE WAIT IS OVER!!! We are delighted to announce that Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2023 Tropic Air 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge. 24th to 26th February 2023 Register now! Dear MOUNTAIN BIKE FRIENDS February 24th to 26th is going to be another great weekend on the […]
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 09th December 2022) In view of the lower numbers of new COVID19 cases will this update now be filed – at least for the time being – every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Should case numbers start to increase again on a significant scale will the work daily updates resume. This update is […]
#Kenya’s Economic Recovery Remains Strong, Although Slowed by Drought and Inflation
(Posted 09th December 2022) Kenya’s economy continued to rebound from the pandemic in 2022 with real gross domestic product (GDP) increasing by 6% year-on-year in the first half of 2022, driven by broad-based increases in services and industry. This recovery was dampened by global commodity price shocks, the long regional drought, and uncertainty […]
Achola Rosario goes all luxurious at Malindi’s Leopard Point Beach Resort
(Posted 09th December 2022) By Achola Rosario, Contributing Editor at www.ATCNews.org He took my hand in his and pressed it to his hot forehead. I was taken aback. Here was this blond haired, blue-eyed man bowing at me! Definitely not your everyday occurrence. But for Stephano, the General Manager of Leopard Point […]
Meaningful Tourism Webinar on December 13th, 2022
(Posted 09th December 2022) Meaningful Tourism is a new approach to help companies and destinations to create a more sustainable tourism development. The Meaningful Tourism Center is offering a free Webinar on Youtube on December 13th, 2022, to introduce the concept and to celebrate the publication of an eBook “Meaningful Tourism – […]
Union of Comoros declares its readiness to ride on the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
(Posted 09th December 2022) Mr Ahmed Ali Bazi, Minister of Economy, Industry, and Investments of Comoros says that there is no doubt the country will soon ratify the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to facilitate greater trade opportunities to the rest of the continent as an important option for financing sustainable development. […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 09th December 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Hemingways Group takes over management at ‘Eden Nairobi’
(Posted 09th December 2022) The Hemingways Group in Kenya has announced that ‘Eden Nairobi‘ will come under their management with immediate effect. The 9 room posh property, located in the fancied Karen suburb of Nairobi, will be renamed Hemingways Eden, and join the other Hemingways properties in Nairobi, Ol Seki in the Masai […]
Cessna crash in Tsavo claims two lives
(Posted 08th December 2022) (File photo of 5Y-DHS) A Cessna Skywagon A185F, registered in Kenya as 5Y-DHS, crashed earlier today in Tsavo National Park. The aircraft according to records seen online, belongs to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. One of the occupants was well known conservationist Mark Jenkins, leaving the conservtion fraternity […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (December 2022 – April 2023)!
(Posted 08th December 2022) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period December 2022 to April 2023. According to the multi-model rainfall forecast, above-normal rainfall is expected for… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe: Gonarezhou National Park introduces game drives in open-sided 4×4 game drive vehicles!
(Posted 08th December 2022) The management of Gonarezhou National Park in Zimbabwe has announced that, for the first time, game drives in custom-built open-sided 4×4 game drive vehicles will be offered in the National Park to assist those without access to offroad vehicles for game viewing. The new service will be available from… READ MORE
From Copenhagen to Africa’s top hotel brand: A history of Radisson Blu
(Posted 08th December 2022) At the recent World Travel Awards, Radisson Blu took home the prestigious Leading Hotel Group in Africa award. The award is a validation of the work done by the group and its accelerated expansion across the continent over the past few years. But it’s also an important milestone in a […]
#IATA says amount of Blocked Airline Funds rising
(Posted 08th December 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that the amount of airline funds for repatriation being blocked by governments has risen by more than 25% ($394 million) in the last six months. Total funds blocked now tally at close to $2.0 billion. IATA calls on governments to remove all […]
Botswana’s President H.E Dr Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi recognized for His Thought-Leadership in Africa’s Tourism Industry
(Posted 08th December 2022) The 5th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards has recognized Botswana’s President, H.E Dr Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi for his Thought- Leadership role in supporting a myriad of tourism development projects and initiatives being carried by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism. Against this backdrop, the President was […]
#RwandAir adds B737 freighter to fleet
(Posted 08th December 2022) RwandAir has taken delivery of a converted Boeing B737-800 freighter, the first dedicated cargo aircraft for the airline. The aircraft, registered as 9XR-WW, will be mainly used on intra African routes, collecting and distributing palleted cargo. Given the partnership with Qatar Airways will the new place enhance cargo services, […]
#Zambia – how to best get around the country
(Posted 08th December 2022) Whether by road, rail or sky, ZAMBIATOURISM.COM has all the information you need to get around Zambia. From airports to public transport, self-driving options and more, you can find it all here: READ MORE […]
Enter the WTM Africa 2023 Awards now!
(Posted 08th December 2022) Africa Travel Week (ATW) is calling on the most inspiring and compelling storytellers across Africa’s tourism community to enter the WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards 2023. ‘We are on the lookout for marketers, creatives, visionaries, and travel experts working hard to inspire travellers to experience Africa‘ says Megan […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 08th December 2022) ATCNews readers now 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 updates
(Posted 08th December 2022) U.S.-AFRICA RELATIONS Increasing Relationships Top Priority as US-Africa Summit Begins Next Week Black Enterprise The fresh effort is aimed to “demonstrate the United States’ enduring commitment to Africa and emphasize the significance of building new relations between both sides. The White House reported the summit “will build on our […]
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 07th December 2022) In view of the lower numbers of new COVID19 cases will this update now be filed – at least for the time being – every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Should case numbers start to increase again on a significant scale will the work daily updates resume. This update […]
#AirGreenland becomes the latest #Airbus A330-800Neo operator
(Posted 07th December 2022) Air Greenland has taken delivery of an A330-800 widebody aircraft, becoming the latest operator of the type. The A330neo will replace previous generation aircraft in the company’s fleet, reducing operating cost, improving environmental efficiency while offering an unrivalled passenger experience. Air Greenland’s A330neo will comfortably accommodate 305 passengers, […]
2022 SAF, aka Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Production Increases 200%
(Posted 07th December 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) estimates that Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production will reach at least 300 million liters in 2022—a 200% increase on 2021 production of 100 million liters. More optimistic calculations estimate total production in 2022 could reach 450 million liters. Both scenarios position the SAF […]
