Innovation, Technology & Global Challenges Key Themes of IATA’s World Safety and Operations Conference
(Posted 05th September 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the theme for the 2024 World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) is “Embracing Innovation and Technology for Safe and Efficient Operations.” WSOC will take place from 1-3 October 2024 in Marrakech, Morocco, hosted by Royal Air Maroc. This year’s event takes place against a […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 05th September 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Flutterwave secures Payment Systems Operator license in Uganda IBS Intelligence Flutterwave has received a Payment Systems Operator (PSO) license from the Bank of Uganda, marking a significant boost in its expansion in Africa.Uganda’s digital payment landscape is transforming, driven by a youthful and vibrant […]
Qatar Airways Creates World’s First Airline Commercial Where “You” Can Be the Star
(Posted 04th September 2024) Qatar Airways has unveiled a new global ‘AI Adventure’ film which utilises state-of-the-art technology to reinforce its commitment to developing incomparable, immersive experiences for everyone. In an industry-first, the campaign offers the opportunity to be part of its emotive story, by utilising advanced AI capabilities so you can […]
Eritrea takes hostility towards Ethiopia to yet another level
(Posted 04th September 2024) The dictatorship in Eritrea seems to have taken their hostility against Ethiopia and Ethiopian Airlines to yet another level, after the regime reportedly froze Ethiopian Airlines’ bank account. Such moves are in violation of relevant aviation agreements and it appears that both ICAO and ITTA ar set to […]
African Development Bank’s Director for Climate Change and Green Growth Tours Kampala Road Rehabilitation Project
(Posted 04th September 2024) The African Development Bank Group’s Director for Climate Change and Green Growth Prof. Anthony Nyong, led a Bank Group team to inspect the 69.2 km Kampala City Roads Rehabilitation Project. He was joined by Regional Principal Climate Change Officer, Dr. Olufunso Somorin, Climate Change Expert, Muthoni Nduhiu as […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: SANParks reintroduces Red Hartebeest and Elands to Marakele National Park!
(Posted 04th September 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that it has reintroduced Red Hartebeest and Elands to the Kwaggasvlakte section of Marakele National Park to reestablish a balanced ecosystem and increase biodiversity. These animals may be spotted with… READ MORE
IVL Increase Will Hurt NZ’s Travel and Tourism Sector
(Posted 03rd September 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expressed disappointment with the New Zealand Government’s decision to increase the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). “It has been a double whammy for the New Zealand travel and tourism sector, starting with New Zealand Immigration announcing steep increases in visa fees, […]
TravelComments.com – |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park: Diesel currently not available at Sendelingsdrift Rest Camp!
(Posted 03rd September 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that there is currently no Diesel available at Sendelingsdrift Rest Camp in the |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park. SANParks requests that travellers fill up at the nearest town before entering the Park and bring extra Diesel with until the situation has been resolved. The closest town with a larger, […]
Insights on modern delivery systems for airlines
(Posted 03rd September 2024) Ink Innovation has teamed up with T2RL, a company that specialises in streamlining procurement processes for complex travel technology. Over the past few months, hey have been working together to explore how standard DCS can evolve along with the airline delivery process. The partners tested their theories with […]
Star Alliance Member Airlines create tempting loyalty offers for frequent flyers in Scandinavia
(Posted 03rd September 2024) Following the departure of SAS from Star Alliance have the member airlines come together to hit the Scandinavian market with tempting offers for frequent flyers. Star Alliance subsequently announced that select member airlines offer a frequent flyer programme “status match/challenge” in Scandinavia. Members of SAS EuroBonus who hold eligible […]
TravelComments.com – KwaZulu-Natal: Free entry to Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife reserves on Fridays during September 2024!
(Posted 03rd September 2024) Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, the provincial agency mandated to carry out biodiversity conservation and associated activities in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal Province, has launched the annual “Mahhala Fridays” initiative. Every Friday during September 2024 (“Tourism Month”), the first… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – South Africa: FlySafair to launch a new service to Namibia!
(Posted 03rd September 2024) South African regional low cost-carrier FlySafair is set to introduce a new service to Namibia. According to the airline’s flight schedule, a twice-weekly service between Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town and Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) in Windhoek will be introduced on… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Eastern Cape: The Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency (ECPTA) has announced the dates for the “Free Access Week 2024”!
(Posted 02nd September 2024) The Eastern Cape Parks & Tourism Agency (ECPTA), mandated to develop and manage protected areas and promote and facilitate the development of tourism in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, has announced the dates of the annual “Free Access Week” in the Eastern Cape. From… READ MORE
#Zanzibar introduces mandatory travel insurance for inbound tourists
(Posted 02nd September 2024) Here’s what you need to know about the new requirements which are becoming effective on the 01st of October this year and are mandatory for all foreign visitors to the island: 1. ????? ????: The requirement takes effect on 1st October 2024. 2. ????????? ????????: Your travel insurance […]
Aeroflot to return to Seychelles while war of aggression continues?
(Posted 02nd September 2024) Starting in a month from now, on October 02nd, does Aeroflot, the national airline of a country waging a continued war of aggression against Ukraine, plan to return to the Seychelles, a destination the airline left earlier this year in May. While Seychelles tourism seems somewhat happy with […]
Emirates celebrates South Africa with spectacular, first-ever A380 flypast
(Posted 02nd September 2024) The low-level flypast marks three milestones for Emirates and South Africa; The flying display celebrates the return of the second daily A380 service on the Dubai-Johannesburg route from 01st of September. Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, takes to the skies to celebrate its longstanding and ongoing commitment to […]
TravelComments.com – Southern Africa: Consensus outlook for the major rainfall season from October 2024 to March 2025!
(Posted 01st September 2024) The Southern African Development Communtiy (SADC)* has released the official statement from the Twenty-Ninth Southern Africa Regional Climate Outlook Forum (SARCOF-29), which took place in Harare, Zimbabwe, from 26 – 28 August 2024 to present a consensus outlook for the major rainfall season from October 2024 to March 2025. According to the statement,… READ […]
Virunga National Park’s latest news
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Register for the Africa Aviation Innovation Summit 2024, 17 – 18 October 2024, Nairobi – Kenya
(Posted 01st September 2024) AFRAA and Kenya Airways are staging the Africa Aviation Innovation Summit, scheduled to be held from 17th to 18th of October 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya. The Summit provides a forum for African aviation leaders and stakeholders to meet and forge ways of leveraging innovation for the mutual exploitation […]
Auric Air renews the prestigious ISSA certification for operational excellence
(Posted 01st September 2024) Auric Air Services Limited of Tanzania has completed the IATA – ISSA Audit valid until April 2026. ISSA (IATA Safety Standard Assessment) is IATA’s internationally recognized and accepted evaluation system designed to assess the operational management and control systems of airlines operating smaller aircraft not eligible for the larger […]
Dhaka to join the Ethiopian Airlines network
(Posted 01st September 2024) Ethiopian Airlines has announced the commencement of its new flights to Dhaka, Bangladesh, starting November 1, 2024. The new service will be operated with the state-of-the-art Boeing B787, offering passengers a comfortable and seamless travel experience. This new route will further strengthen Ethiopian’s presence in South Asia, providing convenient […]
TravelComments.com – Limpopo: Limpopo Wildlife Resorts (LWR) has announced the dates for the “Mahala Week 2024”!
(Posted 31st August 2024) Limpopo Wildlife Resorts (LWR), which is mandated to offer hospitality services in Provincial Nature Reserves in Limpopo to national and international tourists,has announced the dates of the “Mahala Week 2024”. Entrance will be waived for visitors to eleven Nature Reserves in Limpopo from… READ MORE
Boeing and Nigeria to Collaborate in Advancing Country’s Aviation Ecosystem
(Posted 30th August 2024) Boeing and the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development of Nigeria signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the West African country’s aviation sector. Africa continues to be a promising market with its overall air-traffic growth forecasted well above the average global growth rate over the […]
IATA confirms that passenger demand is up by 8% in July while demand for air travel to, from and within Africa in July grew 7.4%
(Posted 30th August 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: · Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 8.0% compared to July 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 7.4% year-on-year. The July load factor […]
The East Africa Travel Podcast Episode 19 – Also available for ATCNews readers are episodes 18 and 17
(Posted 30th August 2024) (Posted 30th August 2024) Courtesy of Charlotte Beauvoisin / Diary of a Muzungu https://www.muzungubloguganda.com/podcast/olympics-scorecard-east-africa-home-of-champions-episode-19/ Whether you’re a fan of the Olympics, a runner – or just someone like me who loves Africa – episode 19 is for you. A massive congratulations to everyone who participated in […]
TravelComments.com – Eastern Cape: The Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency (ECPTA) has announced the dates for the “Free Access Week 2024”!
(Posted 30th August 2024) The Eastern Cape Parks & Tourism Agency (ECPTA), mandated to develop and manage protected areas and promote and facilitate the development of tourism in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, has announced the dates of the annual “Free Access Week” in the Eastern Cape. From… READ MORE
Do you want to unlock new opportunities in tourism in #Africa
(Posted 30th August 2024) Registration Options Choose the registration option that best suits your needs: In-Person Attendance Join us in Gaborone for an immersive experience Register Now Virtual Attendance Participate from the comfort of your own office Register Now Venue: Gaborone International Conference Centre, GrandPalm, Gaborone, Botswana […]
Serena Hotels publish Festive Season 2024 rates for Kenya
(Posted 30th August 2024) Find below the details of Serena’s 2024 festive rates for their Kenyan safari camps, safari lodges and their beach resort in Mombasa.
Fatima Garbati Tourism Outreach to Share N5m Grants to the Tourism Media, Schools and Travel Clubs at 20th Akwaaba Travel Market
(Posted 30th August 2024) “The whole idea is to support those who have a passion for tourism just like she did,” says the Outreach Team in the message to the organizers of Akwaaba African Travel Market. “Fatima Garbati has always supported tourism events and groups. She was especially passionate about Akwaaba […]
“SEARCHING FOR AMANI” Sneak Peek Screening Series at Unseen, Nairobi – August 30, 2024
(Posted 30th August 2024) “SEARCHING FOR AMANI,” a Kenyan American co- production, will offer an exclusive sneak peek screening series beginning on August 30th at Unseen- Nairobi for one week. This event provides an opportunity for industry insiders, friends, and family to engage with the film before its wider release later this year. […]
