Ethiopia to Host Inaugural Aviation Forum in Addis Ababa
(Posted 25th March 2025) The Ethiopian aviation sector is set to take centre stage as the country prepares to host the inaugural Ethiopian Aviation Forum from April 24-25, 2025, at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa. According to a press release by the organizers, this landmark event will gather approximately 400 […]
SAF Registry to be Operated by the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization
(Posted 25th March 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has established the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO) to manage the IATA-developed Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry when it is released. “CADO will turbo-charge the imminent launch of the IATA-developed SAF Registry. Its mandate is to manage the SAF Registry as a […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 12
(Posted 25th March 2025) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. Fahari Aviation, a subsidiary of Kenya Airways specializing in Future Aviation Technologies, including Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), hosted the inaugural Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Symposium from March 18–19, 2025, in Nairobi, Kenya. This premier event aimed […]
How conflict with humans endangers Nigeria’s wild elephants
(Posted 24th March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Abdulkareem Mojeed, Premium Times In mid-January, James Achu, a 62-year-old farmer from Cross River State, South-South Nigeria, was upbeat about the upcoming banana and plantain harvest season. He looked forward to benefitting from the high prices of food crops in the country. […]
AviAssist – the latest edition of Africa’s aviation safety magazine is available for download
(Posted 24th March 2025) Your free self-paced training We thought you’d like to know that the latest of Africa’s only aviation safety promotion magazine is now available for download. We realise that some of you pay per Megabyte (mB) so we have worked hard to make the file just 2.5mB You are part of […]
TravelComments.com – Augrabies Falls National Park: Af en Toe picnic site closed due to rain damage
(Posted 24th March 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the immediate closure of the Af en Toe picnic site in Augrabies Falls National Park, located in South Africa’s Northern Cape. The site is currently inaccessible until further notice due… READ MORE
Africa is losing its elephants: The total population of this species has plummeted by 77% in the last 50 years
(Posted 24th March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Daniel Aprile, Meteored Over the past five decades, Africa has witnessed an alarming decline in its elephant populations. A comprehensive study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) analyzed data from 475 sites in 37 African countries […]
Updated: Cargo aircraft missing over Somalia
(Posted 23rd March 2025) Further to the initial information given did the Somali CAA issue the following statement. The number of those on board has now been confirmed to be five and non once survived the crash. A Kenya registered DHC 50 Buffalo cargo aircraft, with four crew on board, […]
Harnessing Natural Capital for Growth: The Africa Debate Returns to London
(Posted 23rd March 2025) The focus must shift towards bold policy reforms, investment in value chains, and partnerships that promote industrial growth, ensuring Africa is not just a supplier of raw materials but a leader in global markets Now in its 11th year, The Africa Debate 2025 returns as London’s leading […]
Umrah and Ziyarah Forum Returns
(Posted 23nd March 2025) Umrah and Ziyarah Forum Returns Under the Patronage of His Royal Highness (HRH) Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Governor of the Madinah Region The Kingdom’s impressive milestone of welcoming over 14 million visitors to Madinah in 2023 underscores the growing importance of a seamless and spiritually […]
Blockchain & Artificial Intelligence (AI) B2B: Unlocking B2B Innovation and Opportunities in Côte d’Ivoire
(Posted 23rd March 2025) Blockchain & Artificial Intelligence (AI) B2B: Unlocking B2B Innovation and Opportunities in Côte d’Ivoire, Supported by the Netherlands Trust Fund V Ghana?Tech?Project With the support of Binance Africa, a leading player in the blockchain industry, the event will gain increased visibility and outreach The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce 1s pleased […]
TravelComments.com – Addo Elephant National Park: Elephant Contraception Operations on 22 March 2025
(Posted 22nd March 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that elephant contraception operations will take place at Addo Elephant National Park’s Main Camp area on 22 March 2025. To ensure safety, SANParks advises visitors to… READ MORE
Africa’s Green Growth Agenda: Unlocking Opportunities for a Climate-Resilient Future
(Posted 22nd March 2025) By leveraging platforms like AGES, Africa can strengthen partnerships, unlock funding, and implement policies that drive a sustainable and resilient future The African Development Bank Group participated in the third edition of the Africa’s Green Economy Summit in Cape Town, South Africa, from 18 – 21 February, 2025. […]
UAE & Seychelles friendship raised in the island’s election campaigning
(Posted 22nd March 2025) Seychelles election campaigning for the 2025 elections has intensified as more Presidential Candidates throw their hats into the ring. Many collaborators have forwarded screen shots of recent discussions on social media that has raised concerns about Seychelles’ legal process, and its potential impact on our strong partnership with the […]
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Broadens its Regional Footprint with Comoros Membership
(Posted 22nd March 2025) AFC’s diverse membership spans all regions of Africa, reinforcing its role as a leading infrastructure solutions provider for Africa Africa Finance Corporation, the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has welcomed the Union of Comoros as its 44th member country, reflecting continued support from more than three-quarters of Africa’s nations. […]
Remarkable Return of P&O Cruise Line to the Vanilla Islands of the Indian Ocean
(Posted 22nd March 2025) From left to right: Yuliyan KOSTOV Captain of the Arcadia and Pascal VIROLEAU Director of the Vanilla Islands The arrival of P&O’s Arcadia cruise ship marks a major event for the Vanilla Islands, highlighting their growing appeal as must-visit destinations in the Indian Ocean. After nearly a decade of […]
TravelComments.com – Iziko Museums of South Africa: Explore Cape Town’s museums for free on Human Rights Day 2025
(Posted 21st March 2025) Great news for history and culture enthusiasts! Iziko Museums of South Africa is offering free entry to select museums in Cape Town on Human Rights Day (21 March 2025). This is a fantastic opportunity to explore South Africa’s rich heritage at no cost. Visitors can enjoy complimentary access to the following Iziko Museums:… READ MORE
Hamad International Airport Unveils State-of-the-Art Concourses D and E
(Posted 21st March 2025) Hamad International Airport (DOH), ranked as the World’s Best Airport and Airport Shopping by Skytrax 2024, has officially unveiled its highly anticipated Concourses D and E, marking a major milestone in its expansion and increasing its capacity to over 65 million passengers annually. This development elevates traveller comfort and […]
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Joins Ecobank and Soto Gallery for 2nd edition of the +234Art Fair
(Posted 21st March 2025) Africa Finance Corporation the leading infrastructure solutions provider in Africa, has announced its support for the +234Art Fair, coming on as partners for the second year in a row. This aligns with the Corporation’s commitment to empowering and elevating the continent’s youth, with more than 260 young artists expressing […]
StarAlliance enters into deal with Austrian Railways
(Posted 21st March 2025) Continuing its commitment to enhanced global connectivity, Star Alliance, together with 25 member airlines, welcomed ÖBB as its newest intermodal partner. This partnership allows customers of ÖBB and Star Alliance member airlines to seamlessly begin or conclude their long-distance journey on ÖBB’s eco-friendly Railjet trains, connecting from or to Graz, […]
Belgian airports Brussels and Charleroi fall short in detection of explosives
(Posted 21st March 2025) Courtesy of Aviation24.BE Recent European inspections revealed significant security lapses at Charleroi and Brussels airports, particularly in explosives detection. At Brussels South Charleroi, security personnel failed to detect explosives in 7 out of 8 covert tests, and in announced tests, they missed 9 out of 15 cases. A […]
SITA and Orange Business Strengthen Aviation Connectivity For A More Resilient Future
(Posted 21st March 2025) In a significant step for aviation connectivity, SITA and Orange Business have extended their partnership for another five years, strengthening a collaboration that has been in place since 2001. This renewed five-year agreement provides stronger longterm stability and brings fresh opportunities to make connectivity more agile and efficient for airlines and […]
TravelComments.com – /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park: Sendelingsdrift Pontoon Closed Due to High Orange River Levels
(Posted 20th March 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the immediate closure of the pontoon at the Sendelingsdrift border post in the /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park due to rising water levels in the Orange River. Visitors planning to enter the park should use the… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Mpumalanga: Five Nature Reserves closed due to strike action!
(Posted 20th March 2025) The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has announced that five nature reserves under its management are temporarily closed to the public due to an ongoing strike by employees. The affected reserves in Mpumalanga include the… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Namibia flooding update: Roads to avoid & current conditions!
(Posted 20th March 2025) Following recent heavy rains in Namibia, several roads across the country are damaged, flooded, or unsafe for travel. Many rivers are in full flood, making driving conditions hazardous…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Uganda Airlines to launch direct flights between Entebbe London!
(Posted 20th March 2025) Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, is set to introduce direct flights between Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Entebbe and Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, UK. Starting 18 May 2025, the airline will operate… READ MORE Adds ATCNews: Due to the extraordinary delays in launching the route to the UK has the airline lost their Heathrow […]
Etihad and Ethiopian engage in joint venture
(Posted 20th March 2025) • Agreement signed in Ethiopia’s capital will unlock stunning networks of both airlines giving passengers seamless connections across Africa, the Middle East and Asia • Etihad Airways to start nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi to Addis Ababa on 1 October, and Ethiopian Airlines to start flights to Abu […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 20th March 2025) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Absa Group names Standard Bank South Africa head Kenny Fihla as new CEO Reuters South Africa’s Absa Group (ABGJ.J) on Monday named former Standard Bank South Africa chief (SBKJ.J) Kenny Fihla as its new CEO, effective June 17. Fihla joined Standard Bank Group in 2006 and has held […]
THE AFRICA YOUTH IN TOURISM INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2025 OFFICIALLY CLOSES
(Posted 21st March 2025) The 7 th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge has now been officially closed, following an exciting period of innovative submissions from young change-makers. A staggering 151 entries were received from across the African continent. The submission period for the innovation challenge has concluded, and we are now evaluating entries. […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park shops announce adjusted hours for March stocktaking
(Posted 20th March 2025) The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park management (SANParks) has announced temporary changes to the operating hours of all shops in the National Park on select dates in March 2025 due to monthly stocktaking. On… READ MORE
