oneworld welcomes Fiji Airways
(Posted 01st April 2025) oneworld® alliance today welcomes Fiji Airways, the flag carrier of Fiji and the South Pacific, as its newest member airline, with a full suite of oneworld benefits available to customers around the world beginning 01 April 2025. Fiji Airways will provide top tier customers with a full suite of oneworld […]
WTM Africa 2025 introduces theme-based mini-conferences in reimagined content programme
(Posted 01st April 2025) WTM Africa 2025 is shaking up the way tourism professionals engage with industry insights. With a fresh, theme-based conference format, this year’s event (9–11 April) in Cape Town will deliver structured, solution-driven discussions focusing on tourism’s biggest challenges. From the high-stakes Africa Tourism Investment Conference to the hard-hitting Media […]
SITA ACQUIRES CCM TO BRING TO LIFE THE AIRPORTS OF THE FUTURE BY INTEGRATING TRAVEL TECH WITH HIGH-END DESIGN
(Posted 01st April 2025) This move strengthens SITA’s offering, integrating processes, tech and design under one end-to-end solution to better advise customers and deliver smarter, more efficient and better airports with smoother passenger experiences. As airports invest heavily in automation, biometrics, security, self-service and personalized commercial services, terminal layouts must evolve alongside these […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 13, 2025
(Posted 01st April 2025) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. Kenya Airports Authority hosted the 4th edition of the Aviation Business Excellence Awards (ABEA) Gala Night on Friday, March 28, 2025, at Eka Hotel in Nairobi. The prestigious event brought together over 350 industry stakeholders to […]
Passenger Demand Growth Slows Slightly in February
1% of industry RPKs in 2024 (Posted 01st April 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: • Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 2.6% compared to February 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up […]
AeroLink Uganda invites you to explore the Pearl of Africa.
(Posted 31st March 2025) AeroLink Uganda offers you an exceptional opportunity to discover the hidden gems and breath-taking landscapes of the Pearl of Africa. With seamless flights to some of the country’s most stunning destinations, AeroLink ensures a comfortable and memorable journey for every traveller. Embark on an adventure to explore Uganda’s […]
TravelComments.com – USA: United Airlines and Delta Air Lines plan more flights to Cape Town for the IATA Winter 2025/26!
(Posted 31st March 2025) Good news for travellers from the U.S. planning a trip to South Africa! United Airlines and Delta Air Lines have both applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to increase their flights to Cape Town for the IATA Winter 2025/26 season. If approved, these changes will provide greater flexibility and more options for passengers flying between the U.S. […]
Airbus bags two orders worth 80 aircraft
(Posted 31st March 2025) BOC Aviation orders 70 A320neo Family aircraft China Airlines finalises order for ten A350-1000 BOC Aviation, one of the world’s leading aircraft lessors, has placed a firm order with Airbus for an additional 70 A320neo Family aircraft. With this order, BOC Aviation’s backlog of aircraft to be […]
TACT Air Cargo Solutions – The first 2025 Quarterly Newsletter is here!
(Posted 31st March 2025) Welcome to the TACT ACS Customer Success Newsletter! As we step into a new year filled with fresh opportunities and exciting possibilities, we are thrilled to bring you the latest updates, insights, and topics that matter the most to the industry. In this first edition of 2025, you’ll […]
When hungry elephants and people clash
(Posted 31st March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Tommy Trenchard, JPR The emergency call comes in just before midnight. In the driver’s seat of a battered Toyota Hilux pickup truck, 29-year-old Chamunolwa Jimayi chats briefly with the caller. He hangs up the phone and shouts to his two colleagues in […]
Collaboration, Capacity-Building and Conservation in East Africa: Rangers Trained on Monitoring the Illegal Killing of Elephants
(Posted 31st March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and CITES The Monitoring the Illegal Killing of Elephants Programme of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES MIKE Programme), in collaboration with the College of African Wildlife Management (CAWM), Mweka, recently conducted a two-week training […]
Is Seychelles Slipping Back Into an Era of Fear and Intimidation?
(Posted 30th March 2025= Seychelles correspondents to this newswire have all been updating on what is said to be a troubling pre-election time reminding Seychelles of the early years of the “One Party era” when arrests, disappearances and compulsory acquisitions were carried out and traumatised the population. This era ended up with a […]
TravelComments.com – Halali Resort in Etosha National Park: Power restored, but fuel remains unavailable!
(Posted 30th March 2025) Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), the state-owned operator of tourism facilities within Namibia’s protected areas, has confirmed that the recent extreme rainfall in Etosha National Park led to a power outage at Halali Resort. As a result, all booked-in guests… READ MORE
Airbus accelerates Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) adoption with book and claim
(Posted 29th March 2025) Airbus is taking a significant step toward scaling the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by testing a new “Book and Claim” approach. This initiative aims to boost both supply and demand for SAF worldwide, providing a flexible and scalable solution to accelerate SAF adoption. The first MoU […]
Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia Receive Final Go-ahead from the ACCC for Integrated Alliance
(Posted 29th March 2025) Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia have received final go-ahead from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for the airlines’ integrated alliance. This final determination officially signals the green light for Virgin Australia’s new 28 weekly flights between Australia and Doha – operated under a wet-lease with […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Enhanced security measures in Table Mountain National Park
(Posted 28th March 2025) In response to a recent increase in armed robbery incidents in Cape Town’s Table Mountain National Park (TMNP), South African National Parks (SANParks), the South African Police Service (SAPS), and the Camps Bay City Improvement District (CID) have implemented individual and joint operations to enhance safety in key areas, including Lion’s Head, Signal Hill, […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia announces key amendments to its new visa and immigration regulations
(Posted 28th March 2025) Namibia has announced key updates to its visa regime, set to take effect on 01 April 2025. The changes include diplomatic passport exemptions, a revised fee structure for cruise passengers, and streamlined immigration policies aimed at improving efficiency and reciprocity…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park: 95 unleaded fuel pump out of order at Sendelingsdrift Rest Camp
(Posted 28th March 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the 95 unleaded fuel pump at Sendelingsdrift Rest Camp in the /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park is currently out of order until further notice. Travellers are advised to refuel at the nearest town before entering the park to avoid any inconvenience. If you need fuel […]
World Travel Awards to host first ceremony in Bahrain
(Posted 28th March 2025) World Travel Awards (WTA) has announced plans to stage its first-ever ceremony in Bahrain. The WTA Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2025 will take place at the landmark Exhibition World Bahrain on 9 December 2025, bringing together global travel and tourism leaders to recognise and celebrate the industry’s best of the best. WTA’s debut aligns […]
Join the 13th Aviation Stakeholders Convention & 2nd African Aviation Safety and Operations Summit
(Posted 28th March 2025) Register today for the 13th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and 2nd African Aviation Safety and Operations Summit scheduled from 11 – 14 May 2025 in Kigali, Rwanda. This year’s event will be graciously hosted by Rwandair at the Kigali Convention Centre. The 13th Aviation Stakeholders Convention will be held under the theme: “Sustainability. Collaborate. Innovate” and […]
Elephant rangers walk 362km from Windhoek to Swakopmund
(Posted 28th March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Lillian Beresford, The Namibian Rangers from the Kunene Elephant Walk programme arrived at Swakopmund on Friday after completing a walk of 362 kilometres from Windhoek to the coast. The group says it undertook the challenge to raise awareness for its work helping […]
Airbus showcases hydrogen aircraft technologies during its 2025 Airbus Summit
(Posted 28th March 2025) During the 2025 Airbus Summit, Airbus provided an update on its roadmap to pioneer the future of commercial aviation in the decades to come, outlining plans to prepare a next-generation single-aisle aircraft that could enter service in the second half of the 2030s, as well as its revised […]
Angolan authorities make their second major wildlife trafficking arrest in a week
(Posted 28th March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and The Macao News For the second time in a week, Angolan authorities arrested two Vietnamese nationals on suspicion of illegal poaching and wildlife trafficking, preventing them from leaving the country with over 46 kilograms of elephant ivory, teeth and rhinoceros horns, […]
TravelComments.com – Southern Africa Weather Outlook: What Travellers can expect in April-May 2025
(Posted 27th March 2025) As we move into late March and beyond, travellers in Southern Africa are experiencing the final stretch of the rainy season. According to the 30th Southern Africa Regional Climate Outlook Forum (SARCOF-30), this season has brought above-normal rainfall in many areas, resulting in lush landscapes, thriving wildlife, and spectacular waterfalls. […]
How elephants plan journeys: New study reveals energy-saving strategies
(Posted 27th March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and University of Oxford A new study has revealed that African Elephants have an extraordinary ability to meet their colossal food requirements as efficiently as possible. Data from over 150 elephants demonstrated that these giants plan their journeys based on energy costs and […]
The Deals That Will Decide Africa’s Tourism Future – Join WTM Africa 2025
(Posted 27th March 2025) The Future of Tourism Investment in Africa Will Be Decided at the Africa Tourism Investment Conference – Will You Be in the Room? Billions are flowing into Africa’s hotels, resorts, and infrastructure in 2025. But who’s getting funded? Who’s making the deals? The ATIC is where you find […]
Five reflections on the air transport industry’s call for rapidly adopting digital ID tech
(Posted 27th March 2025) By Jeremy Springall, Snr Vice President SITA As I reflect on the past week, I couldn’t help but think about how much travel has changed – and how much better it’s becoming. From digital pre-clearance to biometric verification, digital identity is transforming the travel journey for everyone—making it faster, […]
ENTRIES FOR THE 7TH AFRICA YOUTH IN TOURISM INNOVATION CHALLENGE WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON
(Posted 27th March 2025) Following the closure of the 7 th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge submissions, over 150 African young change-makers are waiting anxiously in anticipation to be selected as finalists of the 2025 Challenge. The top three finalists will be announced at the 7 th Summit. Finalists of the Africa […]
World Travel Awards 2025: cast your vote for the best in travel
(Posted 27th March 2025) Voting for the World Travel Awards 2025 has opened for categories in Africa, Caribbean, Indian Ocean, Middle East and North America. This year’s nominees cover the entire length and breadth of the global travel industry. Categories include Aviation, Tourist Attractions, Car Hire, Destinations, Hotels & Resorts, Meetings & Events, Travel Agencies and […]
Serena Hotels announce ongoing improvements at the Nairobi Serena Hotel
(Posted 27th March 2025) The Nairobi Serena Hotel has shared the following details of key projects to elevate guest comfort and convenience. From April to July, the Nairobi Serena Hotels will be undertaking the following improvements: Swimming Pool Sitting Area Canopy – We are replacing and upgrading the canopy to provide a more […]
