Auric Air announces a ‘Temporary Relocation to Dar’s Terminal 2’ between 26th and 29th of Jan 2025)
(Posted 23rd January 2025) We wish to inform you that from 26th January to 29th January 2025, Auric Air’s operations at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA) will temporarily shift from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2. During this period, all check-in, dispatch, arrivals, departures, and ground handling activities for our commercial flights will be conducted at Terminal 2. […]
IATA Follows Successful Guyana CORSIA EEU Procurement Event with Second Event in Q1
(Posted 23rd January 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced its intention to hold regular procurement events in 2025 for airlines to purchase Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) Eligible Emissions Units (EEUs). This followed the successful conclusion of IATA’s first procurement event with the following highlights: • 32 airlines participated […]
Kenya decides to finally ease travel requirements for nearly all African visitors
(Posted 23rd January 2025) Excluded are citizens from Somalia and Libya who still have to fulfull the ETA online application process due to security concerns Relief expressed by the Kenyan tourism industry after Kenya dropped 17 places last year to 46th out of 54 nations in the 2024 Africa Visa Openness Index. […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 23rd January 2025) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines receives IATA CEIV Pharma Recertification Times Aerospace Ethiopian Airlines has received its IATA CEIV Pharma (Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics) accreditation as an Airline and ground handling agent. Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew, said: “This achievement underscores […]
Qatar Airways expands global network with new destinations in South America: Bogotá and Caracas
(Posted 23rd January 2025) The World’s Best Airline welcomes Bogotá and Caracas as its 15th and 16th destinations in the Americas, launching its second longest flight to the Americas Qatar Airways proudly announces its latest expansion into the Americas with the launch of two new weekly flights on Wednesdays and Sundays, starting early […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Technical problems and flight delays at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)!
(Posted 22nd January 2025) According to the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town is currently facing intermittent power interruptions. ACSA has confirmed that technicians are on-site addressing the issue. Meanwhile, South African regional low cost-carrier FlySafair has advised its passengers of delays on some flights due to… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Botswana: Flooded roads and closures announced in Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve!
(Posted 22nd January 2025) The Botswana Ministry of Environment and Tourism has announced that following recent rains, several roads in Chobe National Park are flooded and temporarily inaccessible. The affected routes include the… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Botswana: P. G. Matante International Airport in Francistown adjusts operating hours!
(Posted 22nd January 2025) The Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB) has announced upcoming changes to the operating hours of Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport (FRW) in Francistown. Starting 23 January 2025, the airport will operate from… READ MORE
Imminent Opening of the Rodrigues Museum: Heritage Comes to Life!
(Posted 22nd January 2025) Courtesy of Laura Samoisy / Hello Rodrigues Photos: Rodrigues Regional Assembly As preparations for the opening of the Rodrigues Museum, scheduled for Thursday, January 23, 2025, in Baie Lascars, are underway, the assembly of its collections is progressing rapidly. Among the latest donations are the bell from the […]
TravelComments.com – Durban beach update: What’s open as of 20 January 2025
(Posted 22nd January 2025) The eThekwini Municipality, which oversees Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has released the latest updates on the status of local beaches and swimming pools. As of 20 January 2025,… READ MORE
In Uganda local communities bear the brunt of ‘conservation’
(Posted 22nd January 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Mongabay At Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park, violent enforcement of wildlife laws leaves broken families behind and damages the relationship between conservation authorities and local communities, reports Mongabay’s Ashoka Mukpo. In October 2023, Mukpo visited the massive park, home to various wildlife […]
TravelComments.com – iSimangaliso Wetland Park: The St Lucia Estuary Mouth breaches naturally once again!
(Posted 22nd January 2025) The iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KwaZulu-Natal has announced that the St Lucia Estuary Mouth has naturally breached to the ocean once more. Interestingly, this occurred near the same spot as the previous breach, close to the renowned… READ MORE
VFS Global’s new Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival official platform goes live for 97 nationalities, including South Africa
(Posted 22nd January 2025) Travellers applying through this platform can now skip the immigration queue at all international airports and seaports including Bali and Jakarta Dedicated website to complete the Indonesia e-VoA application Simple to use end-to-end online platform accessible from desktop and mobile Significant reduction in wait times at immigration upon arrival […]
Tropic Air 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge updates
(Posted 22nd January 2025) LESS THAN ONE WEEK TO REGISTER! Tickets are selling fast so don’t miss out, reserve your place now! There are five exciting races to choose from, plus another four kids’ bike races in our Mini10to4 event on Sunday 16th. Full details of each race can be found on our […]
Changes loom large for Kenya’s tourism public sector as government struggles to find funds
(Posted 22nd January 2025) Information has been received from Nairobi that the Kenya Tourism Research Institute will be merged with the Kenya Tourism Board, following a decision by the Kenyan cabinet which looked at streamlining, and making more cost effective, the entire public sector – tourism not spared. Six Kenya state corporations are […]
Another air accident report from Congo DR …
(Posted 21st January 2025) Photo taken from social media A nearly 50 year old Antonov AN26B suffered a runway excursion earlier today in Kongolo / Congo DR, ending in the aircraft’s right engine catching fire. Thankfully were none of the 5 on board injured. The aircraft, owned and operated by Air […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 3, 2025 Highlights
(Posted 21st January 2025) Introduction. Alkebulan Airlines, based in Zambia and founded in 2022, is on track to commence operations in January 2025 as it nears the final stages of its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) process. According to CEO Charles Tembo, the airline’s fleet will feature Embraer E145s and Boeing 737s. […]
TravelComments.com – Johannesburg: ACSA issues update on jet fuel supply at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)!
(Posted 21st January 2025) The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has issued an update on the jet fuel situation at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg following the fire at the National Petroleum Refiners of South Africa (NATREF) refinery on 04 January 2025. The fire has disrupted fuel production nationwide, but ACSA confirms that… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Mpumalanga: MTPA-managed Nature Reserves closed due to (illegal) strike action!
(Posted 21st January 2025) The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) announced on 17 January 2025 that “operational disruptions” are currently affecting several nature reserves across Mpumalanga. These disruptions are attributed to an… READ MORE
Six Senses properties certified by Control Union, a GSTC-Accredited Certification Body
(Posted 21st January 2025) Highest level of accreditation awarded to Six Senses properties following comprehensive process to underscore the brand’s exemplary commitment to sustainability. Six Senses has received the highest level of certification by Control Union – a certification body accredited by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. Six Senses properties* underwent an […]
January Edition: AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogue
(Posted 21st January 2025) ACI Africa’s Secretary General – Mr. Ali Tounsi takes centre stage at the premier edition of the 2025 AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues scheduled for Wednesday, 22 January at 14h00 EAT (UTC: 11h00). Join us for a thought-provoking dialogue session with Mr. Tounsi as he shares views and thoughts on […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways (SAA) relaunches flights to Dar es Salaam!
(Posted 2oth January 2025) South African Airways (SAA) has relaunched flights to Dar es Salaam in Tanzania. Effective today (20 January 2025), the airline is operating daily return flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNB) in Dar es Salaam in Tanzania. Flights depart… READ MORE
Kenya government committed to fencing off game reserves
(Posted 20th January 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Allan Kisia, The Star Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has affirmed that the government is committed to fencing off game parks and reserves to avert cases of human-wildlife conflict. Miano who was reacting to reports indicating that three people […]
Prosper Africa and Afreximbank Announce New Partnership to Mobilize Trade Opportunities between the United States and Africa
(Posted 18th January 2025) The MoU outlines several key areas of collaboration, including, capital access facilitation, technical and transaction advisory support for creative deals, SME development for agribusiness and textiles, Creative Africa Nexus, and strategic event collaboration Prosper Africa and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have signed a new Memorandum of […]
SITA delivers leading cyber security to airlines, airports and borders authorities
(Posted 18th January 2025) SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, has reached a significant agreement to partner with Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity protection for mission-critical airports applications. This partnership marks a key milestone with the addition of Palo Alto Networks’ AI-powered cybersecurity platforms into […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts unveils innovative experiential Holiday Inn Express public space design
(Posted 18th January 2025) Holiday Inn Express Generation 5 to roll out across Europe, Middle East, Asia & Africa (EMEAA) Stylish and flexible concept satisfies diverse needs of guests and owners in multiple markets Holiday Inn Express on track to reach 500 open and pipeline hotels in EMEAA in next three years […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park road update: Most routes reopen after heavy rainfall!
(Posted 17th January 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued an update on road conditions in Kruger National Park following recent heavy rainfall. Most gravel roads have now reopened as weather conditions have improved. However, the main road between… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Temporary swimming pool closure at Twee Rivieren Rest Camp!
(Posted 17th January 2025) The management of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (SANParks) has announced a temporary closure of the swimming pool at Twee Rivieren Rest Camp for essential repairs. The pool will be out of service from… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Namibia: The new Namibia Maritime Museum (NMM) in Lüderitz is temporarily closed!
(Posted 17th January 2025) The new Namibia Maritime Museum (NMM) in Lüderitz, Namibia, has informed the public that it is temporily closed due to ongoing construction work from today, 16 January 2025 until… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Emirates increases flights to Madagascar to meet growing travel demand!
(Posted 17th January 2025) The largest airline in the Middle East, Emirates, is set to introduce additional flights to Madagascar. The airline will increase the number of flights between Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai and and Ivato International Airport (TNR) in Antananarivo from the current four weekly flights to six-weekly services, starting… READ MORE
