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#AFRAA takes the lead to develop roadmap for sustainable aviation in #Africa

(Posted 04th July 2022) Experts and key stakeholders from African air transport, trade, and tourism industries converged in Nairobi from 27 June – 01 July at the first-ever African aviation laboratory to develop roadmaps for the sustainability of the air transport sector in Africa. Led and hosted by AFRAA in collaboration with the African Aviation Group […]

#Sheraton enters #Rwanda market with a new Four Points by Sheraton in #Kigali

(Posted 04th July 2022) Four Points by Sheraton Debuts in Rwanda with the Opening of Four Points by Sheraton Kigali Located In the Heart of The City of Kigali, the 154-Room Hotel Is an Ideal Destination for Today’s Modern Traveler Four Points by Sheraton (https://bit.ly/3R7c5Cg), part of Marriott Bonvoy’s (www.Marriott.com) portfolio of 30 global hotel […]

#AFRAA announces next Sky Connect Dialogue

(Posted 01st July 2022) The July 2022 edition of AFRAA Sky-Connect will host Col. Silas UdahemukaPresident of AFCAC & Director General Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority.   Join us for a thought-provoking one-on-one dialogue with Col. Udahemuka as he addresses stakeholders on the state of the air transport industry recovery; sustaining the gains Africa has made in […]

#Airbus signs mega deal with 4 Chinese airlines

(Posted 01st July 2022) Airbus confirms the signing of orders with Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, and Shenzhen Airlines for a total of 292 A320 Family aircraft, demonstrating the positive recovery momentum and prosperous outlook for the Chinese aviation market. Once the relevant criteria are met, these orders will enter the backlog. “These new […]

#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa

(Posted 01st of July 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview552.936.305 Cases and 6.358.421 Deaths as of 01st of July 2022 528.096.017 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.14 percent Note: Some […]

#ColobusConservation – Playing Golf for Charity

(Posted 01st July 2022) Our 9th Annual Charity Golf Tournament is much bigger and better this time around; the golf is endless all weekend; running from Saturday the 2nd of July at the Leisure Lodge Golf Club and Sunday the 3rd of July at Nomads Beach Bar and Restaurant. This event will be raising funds for […]

The latest news from www.ZambiaTourism.com

(Posted 01st July 2022) A Guide to Visiting Liuwa Plains National Park  From when to visit, where to stay and what you need to get there, here is a guide to visiting one of the most beautiful and remote corners of Zambia…  READ MORE    3 Ethical Travel Tips for an Unforgettable Zambian Safari Green Safaris suggests […]

#SITA publishes passenger survey confirming pent up demand

(Posted 01st July 2022) SITA has published the outcomes of the latest worldwide survey of airline passengers on their attitudes and use of IT and mobile digital technology in air travel. Notably have travellers from #SouthAfrica, #Kenya and #Nigeria taken part in the survey. SITA’s 2022 Passenger IT Insights research, published today, highlights pent-up demand for both business […]

#IATATraining gives high flyers wings

(Posted 01st July 2022) Being an aviation leader means knowing your domain backwards and forwards. In a complex industry, you need more than just the basics to succeed. IATA academic programs give you a career edge with the in-depth aviation business knowledge and skills you need to advance. Whatever your professional path or goals, we […]

#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa

(Posted 30th of June 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview552.070.466 Cases and 6.356.725 Deaths as of 30th of June 2022 527.475.387 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.15 percent Note: Some […]

#BrusselsAirport – Guidance for a smooth security check when traveling

#BrusselsAirport is the home base for #BrusselsAirlines, the national airline of the Kingdom of Belgium (Posted 30th June 2022) Are you ready for your next adventure? Here are some tips for a smooth Security Screening.  Keep your boarding pass ready. Put liquids (max. 100 ml) in a transparent, sealable plastic bag. See all the details here. Empty your pockets and […]

#Seychelles celebrates her Independence Day

By Alain St. Ange (Posted 30th June 2022) 29th June is Seychelles Independence Day and is marked as the island’s National Day. It was in 1976 that Seychelles got it’s Independence from Great Britain with James Mancham as the island’s First President. The Seychelles history saw the islands settled by the French and later conquered by […]

#AfricaTravelWeek2023 – The early bird gets the best deal

(Posted 30th June 2022) BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW FOR WTM AFRICA AND ILTM AFRICA 2023 Celebrate the lifting of COVID restrictions with discounted rates for Africa Travel Week’s leading shows WTM Africa and ILTM Africa 2023 ? Book your stand WTM Africa and your table at ILTM Africa 2023 before the end of July2022 to […]

Coporate Council on Africa’s latest news

(Posted 30th June 2022) U.S.-AFRICA RELATIONSTraining Young African Leaders Through the United States Leadership ProgramsModern DiplomacyThe U.S. Department of State and the International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX), an international, nonprofit organization that specializes in global education and development, have offered admission to the 2022 cohort of the “Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders” […]

#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa

(Posted 29th of June 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview551.102.922 Cases and 6.354.542 Deaths as of 29th of June 2022 526.597.830 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.15 percent Note: Some […]

#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa

(Posted 28th of June 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview550.105.801 Cases and 6.352.696 Deaths as of 28th of June 2022 525.878.186 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.15 percent Note: Some […]

AFRICAN TRAVEL & TOURISM STAKEHOLDERS SCRAMBLE FOR EXHIBITION STANDS AT THE 4TH AFRICA YOUTH IN TOURISM INNOVATION SUMMIT

(Posted 28th June 2022) Meetings, incentives, conferencing, and exhibitions/events (MICE) tourism was one of the facets of tourism impacted by the global spread of COVID-19 which resulted in the sector experiencing a lull in face-to-face meetings and exhibitions. With the world relaxing Covid-19 restrictions, the host of the Summit, Namibia Ministry of Environment, Forestry and […]

#LaikipiaForum – the latest news from northern #Kenya

(Posted 28th June 2022) Latest Edition 2022 WATERLeaving No One BehindAt the heart of the drought period, locals share the same water points with animals. The families also share the little food they have with their animals, in the hope to keep them alive. Many children have turned to be full-time herders.Article continues hereBECOME A […]

#MagicalKenya invites buyers to come to #Nairobi for #MKTE22

(Posted 28th June 2022) Kenya Tourism Board is excited to welcome you back to Magical Kenya Travel Expo for a LIVE, in-person show.We look forward to seeing you in Nairobi from 05th to 07th of October 2022.Be inspired by Africa again as you meet with the best products and experiences across East Africa. REGISTRATIONS ARE […]

#ElewanaCollection’s latest news

(Posted 28th June 2022) The Elewana Collection Newsletter JUNE 2022 New Helicopter Tours Available at Loisaba From shorter scenic flights to a spectacular overnight trip into the Rift Valley, these are truly memorable excursions.Read more All Elewana Properties Receive A 2022 TripAdvisor Travellers Choice AwardA huge congratulations to the teams across the Elewana properties as […]

#PoriniCamps / #GamewatchersSafaris – News updates from #Kenya

(Posted 28th June 2022) Greetings from Kenya where visitors from across the globe are currently enjoying the natural world in all its glory here in our wildlife conservancies, parks and reserves. June is always a special month as there is a sense of new life and rebirth as the rainy season ends and the animals […]

#Airlink and #QatarAirways sign code share deal

(Posted 27th June 2022) Qatar Airways and Airlink have signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement to offer travellers more choice, enhanced services and greater connectivity between 45 destinations in 13 countries across southern Africa and the rest of the world. This new codeshare agreement means travellers can enjoy the simplicity of purchasing connecting flights on both […]

#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa

(Posted 27th of June 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview549.145.016 Cases and 6.351.221 Deaths as of 27th of June 2022 524.180.533 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.15 percent Note: Some […]

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Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome is the founder and publisher of ATCNews, Eastern Africa’s leading aviation, tourism and conservation news blog of its kind. Wolfgang has nearly 50 years of experience in the tourism, aviation and conservation fields in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, covering all aspects of safari-, hotel- and air-operations. 

The Managing Editor of ATCNews is Mrs. Esther C. Goossens.

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