TravelComments.com – Durban Beaches Report: Where you can safely swim (14 August 2025)!
(Posted 18th August 2025) Durban, the coastal hub of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, is famous for its golden beaches, warm Indian Ocean waters, and subtropical climate that makes it a year-round holiday destination. On 14 August 2025, the eThekwini Municipality released an update on the operational status of local Durban beaches and public swimming pools. According to the Municipality,… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Ai/Ais-Richtersveld Transfrontier Park: Fuel shortage at Sendelingsdrif Rest Camp!
(Posted 18th August 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued a travel advisory for visitors to the Ai/Ais-Richtersveld Transfrontier Park. As of Saturday, 16 August 2025, the fuel station at Sendelingsdrif Rest Camp is experiencing low diesel levels, which may affect travellers relying on the facility for refuelling. SANParks recommends that all visitors fill up their […]
Rising elephant numbers spur celebration and concern in South Africa
(Posted 18th August 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Caxton Network News via The Citizen (South Africa), August 16, 2025 Home to 44 000 African savanna elephants and a population that continues to grow, South Africa’s conservation efforts have demonstrated success, unlike in some other countries where elephant numbers are on the […]
Kenya commemorated World Elephant Day
(Posted 18th August 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News KBC Channel 1 (Kenya), August 14, 2025 Kenya joined the rest of the World in commemorating World Elephant Day, whose theme aligns with sustainable coexistence between humans and elephants. World Animal Protection manager of research and planning, Patrick Muinde, speaking at Reteti Elephant […]
Antonov 2R crashes in Kisangani / Congo DR during ferry flight
(Posted 16th August 2025) All 7 onboard an Antonov 2R, registered as 9S-GZP, MSN: 1G221-44, YoM 1986, were killed when the aircraft crashed near Kisangani, Congo DR. The aircraft, recently sold, was on a ferry flight – a ferry flight permit was reportedly in place – for the new owner / operator enroute […]
Rule of law is Africa’s new gold: African Development Bank Group’s Adesina calls for bold legal and governance reforms to unlock prosperity
(Posted 17th August 2025) Rule of law is Africa’s new gold: African Development Bank Group’s (AfDB’s) Adesina calls for bold legal and governance reforms to unlock prosperity He challenged Africa’s lawyers, judges, and arbitrators to rise as “guardians of promise and stewards of destiny” by enforcing constitutional safeguards on public finance […]
Are You Ready For The Global MICE Experts to Share Insights at the 2025 Masterclass?
(Posted 17th August 2025) Register today and be part of an unforgettable learning experience at this year’s Africa Business Tourism & MICE Masterclass. The Masterclass will be held on Wednesday, 27 and 28 August 2025, at BDO Offices, Wanderers Office Park, 52 Corlett Dr, Illovo, Johannesburg, South Africa. Come and immerse yourself with invaluable […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town named one of the world’s best cities for Gen Z in 2025!
(Posted 16th August 2025) Every year, Time Out publishes its highly respected list of the world’s greatest cities, based on an in-depth survey of over 18,500 locals. Participants are asked to rate their cities on nightlife, food, culture, happiness, affordability, access to green spaces, and walkability. These local insights, combined with votes from Time Out’s […]
AAIS 2025 | Partner with Africa’s Premier Aviation Innovation Summit
(Posted 16th August 2025) You are invited to join us for the Africa Aviation Innovation Summit (AAIS) 2025, taking place on November 6th-7th, 2025, in Diani, Kenya. AAIS is the leading event for aviation and supporting industries to engage, innovate, and invest in Africa’s air transport future. This year’s theme: “Investing in […]
African Development Bank Group Commits $40 Million to Catalyze the Alliance for Green Infrastructure – Project Development Fund
(Posted 16th August 2025) The Alliance for Green Infrastructure in Africa – Project Development Fund is part of the AGIA initiative, led by the African Development Bank, the African Union Commission, and Africa50 Bank’s investment anchors first close of $118 million for Africa’s leading green infrastructure initiative The Fund, managed by Africa50, […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Renovations underway at Olifants Rest Camp and Balule Satellite Camp!
(Posted 15th August 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that a series of renovations have commenced at Olifants Rest Camp in Kruger National Park from 15 August 2025 until further notice. These upgrades form part of ongoing efforts to improve visitor facilities and enhance the overall guest experience. The renovation work includes:… READ MORE
West Pokot to harness opportunities in tapping tourism
(Posted 15th August 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Anthony Melly, Kenya Times (Kenya), August 13, 2025 Speaking during the World Elephant Day celebrations at Sarmach Primary school in Nasolot National Reserve, West Pokot County, the Conservation Secretary at the State Department for Wildlife, Dr John Chumo, stated that if conservancies […]
TravelComments.com – Mountain Zebra National Park introduces two lions from Addo Elephant National Park!
(Posted 15th August 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced a significant development at Mountain Zebra National Park (MZNP), situated just outside Nxuba (formerly Cradock) in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. On 11 July 2025, two male lions from the nearby Addo Elephant National Park, named Niklaas and Witwarm, were relocated to the National Park as part of SANParks’ ongoing predator management […]
Fifth Boeing B777-9 takes flight
(Posted 15th August 2025) The fifth Washington-built Boeing 777-9 took off from Paine Field in Everett, Washington, Tuesday at 11:03 a.m., a sign of progress for the company’s widebody program as the team works to deliver the first airplane in 2026. The flight marked the first time in nearly five years the team […]
In the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Slop, Trust is a Human Advantage
(Posted 15th August 2025) The recent fallout from OpenAI’s indexing scandal – where shared ChatGPT conversations were found discoverable via Google Search – is a stark reminder of what happens when content is detached from context, consent and control By Bas Wijne, CEO, APO Group (www.APO-opa.com) AI-generated content is flooding the internet, […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: New lion research project launched in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park!
(Posted 15th August 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks), in collaboration with the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT), has launched an exciting new lion research project in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, a premier wildlife destination spanning South Africa and Botswana. The initiative aims to gather essential scientific data on the park’s lion population—determining how many lions live here, […]
Third IATA World Sustainability Symposium to Take Place in Hong Kong
(Posted 15th August 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the third World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Hong Kong SAR, China, on 21–22 October 2025, hosted by Cathay Pacific. The event will bring together leaders from aviation, energy, finance, and policy to advance the industry’s commitment to achieving net zero CO2 emissions by […]
Register Now – AFRAA 57 AGA, 30 Nov – 02 December, Luanda – Angola
(Posted 15th August 2025) Get ready for Africa’s biggest aviation gathering of the year! The African Airlines Association invites you to the 57th Annual General Assembly (AGA) and Summit of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), happening 30 November – 02 December 2025 at the HCTA Talatona Convention Centre, Luanda, Angola. This year’s AGA, hosted by TAAG Angola under […]
TravelComments.com – Namaqua National Park: Wildflower season bursts into full bloom!
(Posted 15th August 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that the flower season at Namaqua National Park is in full swing, transforming the arid Namaqualand landscape into a breathtaking mosaic of colour. Thanks to excellent seasonal rainfall, vast fields of daisies, succulents, and rare blooms are now carpeting the veld — an unmissable […]
Akwaaba Travel Market to Unpack strategies to Grow Tourism in Africa through Domestic Tourism
(Posted 15th August 2025) On the 15th September 2025, industry leaders, policymakers, investors, and travel enthusiasts will gather at the Eko Hotels & Suites Convention Centre in Lagos to share insights, profile country-specific strategies and chart the way forward for a more connected and vibrant African tourism market. The upcoming African Tourism Conference […]
African Development Bank and partners drive data transformation in Africa with Statistical Data and Metadata Exchange (SDMX) and Open Data Platform 2.0 training
(Posted 15th August 2025) SDMX has emerged as a leading global standard for statistical data exchange, enabling greater efficiency, automation, and integration across national, regional, and global statistical systems The Statistics Department of the African Development Bank (AfDB) (www.AfDB.org), in collaboration with the African Union Institute of Statistics (STATAFRIC), the Africa […]
Presidential remarks spark concern over political interference in Sports Governance in Seychelles
(Posted 14th August 2025) The President of Seychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan, made an unusual move during a national press conference on 13 August, publicly accusing the country’s aquatic sports federation of undermining a young athlete’s international career. The allegations, made without supporting evidence, have raised serious questions about political interference in the independent governance […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 14th August 2025) CCA IN THE NEWS 2025 U.S.-Africa Business Summit CNBC Africa The 2025 U.S.-Africa Business Summit, hosted in Luanda, Angola by the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA), convened a record-breaking gathering of stakeholders from both sides of the Atlantic to forge new pathways to prosperity. Held in partnership with the […]
South Africa celebrates World Elephant Day with strong conservation commitments
(Posted 14th August 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Independent Online (South Africa), August 12, 2024 SOUTH Africa marked World Elephant Day today with a renewed commitment to elephant conservation, as the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) convened a high-level dialogue with stakeholders at the Southern African Elephant Indaba […]
RENOWNED MICE & BUSINESS TOURISM EXPERTS FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE TO SHARE THEIR INSIGHTS AT THE 2025 MICE MASTERCLASS.
(Posted 14th August 2025) Africa Tourism Partners invites all tourism stakeholders to register and be part of an unforgettable learning experience at this year’s Africa Business Tourism & MICE Masterclass. The MICE Masterclass will be held on Wednesday 27 and 28 August 2025 at BDO Offices, Wanderers Office Park, 52 Corlett Dr, Illovo, […]
TravelComments.com – South African National Parks (SANParks) announced the dates for the South African National Parks Week 2025!
(Posted 14th August 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has officially announced the dates for the 20th annual South African National Parks Week, a highly anticipated event that gives locals the chance to explore some of South Africa’s most iconic natural treasures for free. This year’s National Parks Week will run from… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park: Sendelingsdrift pontoon ferry reopens!
(Posted 14th August 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that the pontoon ferry at the Sendelingsdrift border post in the /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park will be fully operational again from 20 August 2025…. READ MORE
Nigeria’s shrinking elephant population sparks urgent calls for conservation action
(Posted 14th August 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Oladehinde Oladipo, Business Day (Nigeria), August 12, 2025 Wildlife conservationists are sounding an urgent alarm over Nigeria’s rapidly dwindling elephant population as the world marks World Elephant Day under the global theme “Bringing the world together to help elephants”. Conservation organisation Wild Africa […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Temporary shop hour changes in August 2025!
(Posted 13th August 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced temporary adjustments to the operating hours of selected shops in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park during August 2025. The changes are due to routine monthly stocktaking and will affect visitors at Mata Mata Rest Camp, Nossob Rest Camp, and Twee Rivieren Rest Camp on specific dates…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Proflight Zambia to launch new service between Lusaka and Windhoek!
(Posted 13th August 2025) Zambian regional airline Proflight Zambia is set to expand its Southern African network with the introduction of a brand-new route to Namibia’s capital, Windhoek, starting 03 March 2026. The service will operate three times a week – on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays – offering travellers greater connectivity and convenience between Zambia and Namibia…. READ MORE
