Airbus reports 766 commercial aircraft deliveries in 2024
(Posted 10th January 2025) Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft in 2024. 878 gross orders (826 net), including 82 A330s and 142 A350s Demonstrates continued momentum for widebody orderbook complementing leading position in single aisle market The 2024 year end backlog stands at 8,658 aircraft. Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft to 86 customers around the world in […]
African airlines see 12.4% y-o-y rise in demand for passenger air travel in Nov 2024, higher than 8.1% global average
(Posted 10th January 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 8.1% compared to November 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 5.7% year-on-year. The November load factor was […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: FlySafair to introduce a new daily service between Johannesburg George!
(Posted 09th January 2025) South African regional low cost-carrier FlySafair is set to introduce scheduled daily flights between Lanseria International Airport (HLA) in Johannesburg and George Airport (GRJ) in George, often referred to as the “Capital of the Garden Route“. Effective… READ MORE
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 09th January 2025) CCA IN THE NEWS Olajide: Using Tech To Provide Greater Access To Healthcare Leadership News Niyi John Olajide is a United States US)-based technology entrepreneur, owner of healthcare technology company called Axxess, who in partnership with its global partner, Cavista, has a massive presence in North America, Asia, Europe, […]
Qatar Airways Holidays Launches Fan Packages for the Formula 1® 2025 Season
(Posted 09th January 2025) Qatar Airways, the Global Partner and Official Airline of Formula 1®, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, today announced the launch of its 2025 fan packages, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the F1®. After an incredible 2024 season and an exciting Qatar GP race, fans are now able to […]
Mozambique: SERNIC seizes elephant tusks in Tete
(Posted 09th January 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Club of Mozambique The National Criminal Investigation Service (Sernic) in Tete seized four ivory tusks about to be sold to Mozambican citizens, leaving Three individuals now in police custody in connection with the case. The four tusks, weighing 30 kilograms, were seized […]
Airlink to resume Nampula, Mozambique flights
(Posted 09th January 2025) Airlink will resume scheduled flights to and from Nampula in Mozambique from tomorrow, Thursday 09 January 2025. The decision to resume operations to Nampula follows guidance and reassurances from South African and Mozambican official authorities, which indicate the situation has been defused sufficiently to permit flights without Airlink […]
CINNAMON HOTELS & RESORTS JOINS GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE
(Posted 09th January 2025) Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts, a leading hospitality brand renowned for its exceptional properties across Sri Lanka and the Maldives, has joined UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. It will see the Sri Lankan-based group’s 17 hotels and resorts join GHA’s diverse portfolio of […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: FlySafair named the most on-time airline in the Middle East and Africa region in 2024!
(Posted 09th January 2025) Aviation analytics company Cirium has announced the winner of its annual On-Time Performance Review. According to the company’s set of extensive and unbiased data, derived from over 600 real-time information sources, South African regional low cost-carrier FlySafair has been named the most on-time airline in the Middle East and Africa region in 2024. […]
Uganda Tourism advertises job of CEO
(Posted 08th January 2025) The Uganda Tourism Board has published an advert to seek applications for the position of CEO as the present office holder’s second term is due to end in early March of this year. The details of the advert are shown below: Vacancy title: Chief Executive Officer [ Type: FULL […]
Airlink cancels flights to Nampula / Mozambique
(Posted 07th January 2025) Airlink regrets to announce the cancellation of today’s flights to and from Nampula in Mozambique. Affected customers will be given a full refund or re-routed via Maputo, Beira or Vilanculos. The decision to cancel today’s operations to Nampula follows a claim for damages instituted in Mozambique Court application by […]
Kruger National Park: Heavy rain forces temporary closure of Phabeni Gate and several roads! [update]
(Posted 07th January 2025) SANParks has announced that the S39 north of the Timbavati Picnic site is badly damaged and unaccessible. Access to the picnic site is only possible via the S127 and Satara Rest Camp at this stage. South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that due to the current heavy rain Phabeni Gate, located on the southwestern edge […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (January to May 2025)!
(Posted 07th January 2025) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued the Seasonal Climate Watch for January to May 2025. The outlook shows that the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) remains in a neutral state and is expected to weaken further. Forecasts suggest that a weak La Niña may develop by mid-summer, potentially impacting South Africa’s summer rainfall only in the […]
Uganda ready to host the African Union Extra-Ordinary Summit
(Posted 07th January 2025) Uganda will host the African Union Extra-Ordinary Summit to Consider the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy & Implementation Plan 2026 – 2035 at Speke Resort Munyonyo between 9th – 11th January 2025 The Summit is expected to draw participation from the forty-nine (49) AU Member States. […]
Qatar Executive adds two more Gulfstream G700 to its fleet
(Posted 07th December 2025) Qatar Executive, the luxury private jet charter division of the Qatar Airways Group, has announced that it has taken delivery of two additional Gulfstream G700 aircraft, taking its total fleet size to 24. The two additional aircraft will increase the total number of Gulfstream G700 in QE’s fleet to […]
Ghana Opens Its Doors with Visa-Free Entry Initiative
(Posted 07th January 2025) Courtesy of Dr. Alain St. Ange Ghana has officially scrapped visa requirements for all African passport holders in a groundbreaking decision approved by President Nana Akufo-Addo. This bold move, announced in December, is expected to significantly ease movement across the continent, fostering intra- African connectivity and boosting […]
Africa Hotel Investment Forum Advisory Board Member Named Among the 100 Most Influential Africans
(Posted 07th December 2025) APO Group, the award-winning Pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, is proud to announce that its Founder and Chairman, Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard has been named among the 100 Most Influential Africans for the second consecutive year. The New African “Most Influential Africans” list is the continent’s most eagerly anticipated and […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 1, 2025 Highlights
(Posted 07th January 2025) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd. and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. According to International Air Transport Association (IATA)‘s latest projections, global passenger numbers are expected to reach 5.2 billion in 2025, a 6.7% increase compared to 2024, marking the first time they exceed five billion. Total industry revenues […]
Bale Robe Wako Gutu Airport – New Terminal officially launched
(Posted 06th January 2025) Ethiopian Airlines has announced the inauguration of the newly built Wako Gutu Airport Terminal at Bale Robe in the presence H.E. Shimelis Abdisa, President of the Oromia Regional State, high government officials, Ethiopian Airlines Group executive management members and dignitaries. The new state of the art airport terminal is […]
African Development Fund approves a grant of over $9 million to strengthen protection and sustainable use systems for natural capital and ecosystems
(Posted 06th January 2025) The project will help secure the land in the protected areas concerned and support the local economy through income-generating activities The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund – the African Development Bank Group’s concessional financing window – approved a donation of $9.42 million to Madagascar to […]
Despite global protests does Botswana issue 400 new elephant hunting licenses
(Posted 06th January 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Mqondisi Dube, VOA Botswana has issued 400 elephant hunting licenses amid fresh opposition from conservationists. International hunters pay up to $50,000 to obtain a license in order to hunt an elephant. In a recent notice from the Wildlife and National Parks […]
Two poachers killed in shootout with ZimParks Rangers
(Posted 06th January 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and New Zimbabwe Two suspected poachers were killed in a shootout with Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) rangers in Makuti’s Musingwizi area on December 21, 2024, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed. In a statement issued in December, ZRP […]
Serena Hotels Kenya releases January to June 2025 East Africa Resident Rates
(Posted 06th January 2024) Please find details of Serena Hotels’ January to June 2025 East African Resident Rates for our camps, lodges and Serena Beach Resort & Spa.
Air Canada orders five additional A220s
(Posted 06th January 2025) Air Canada, the national carrier of Canada, has signed a firm order with Airbus for five more latest generation single-aisle A220-300s on the fifth anniversary since taking delivery of its first A220 in December 2019. This follows an initial order in 2016 for 45 A220-300s and a reorder in […]
African Parks – A Bold Vision for Africa’s Future
(Posted 05th January 2025) As the world grapples with escalating environmental challenges, Africa’s vast landscapes remain critical to sustaining life—not just for wildlife, but for all of us. African Parks is at the forefront of this effort, with a bold strategy to conserve and restore Africa’s most vital ecosystems. Thanks to your […]
Uganda announces dates for the 2025 edition of POATE
(Posted 03rd January 2025) Event Details Dates: 21st – 24th of May 2025 Location: Speke Resort & Convention Center, Kampala, Uganda For more information click on www.poate2025.com This year’s event will have on the agenda a conference, panel sessions, a tourism services exhibition and as a social programme addition feature a regatta […]
Kenya Airways announces additional flights to the UK
(Posted 03rd January 2025) Starting 2nd of July 2025, Kenya Airways will offer an additional service to the United Kingdom (UK) by launching direct flights to London’s Gatwick Airport (LGW) from their hub at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). This addition to the existing flights to Heathrow Airport (LHR) provides travelers to […]
Qatar Airways adds 11th destination in Saudi Arabia as flights to Syria resume
(Posted 03rd January 2025) Qatar Airways Touches Down in Abha, its 11th Connection in Saudi Arabia With the resumption of its operations in Abha, Qatar Airways is showcasing its ongoing commitment to the Saudi market with over 140 weekly flights to 11 cities in the Kingdom Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline […]
How the Africa Tourism Fair 2025 will shape the Industry?
(Posted 03rd January 2025) We are thrilled to announce the Africa Tourism Fair 2025, an unmissable event set to take place in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, from 22nd to 23rd of May 2025, and poised to shape the future of tourism across Africa. This premier event offers unparalleled opportunities for professionals and businesses in the […]
Gorilla Highlands – Unpacking the Region, Illuminating the World
(Posted 02nd January 2025) The Morrises are our most recent guests — an American family living in Moshi, Tanzania, where Wade teaches at the United World College East Africa. These colleges bring students from different countries together to promote peace and sustainability (much like the Illumineers pitched at the end of this […]
