TravelComments.com – South Africa: CemAir extends suspension of Plettenberg Bay flights
(Posted 06th March 2025) South African airline CemAir has announced that flights to Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) in Plettenberg Bay on South Africa’s Garden Route will remain suspended until at least… READ MORE
WTM Africa Postpones China Ready® Workshop
(Posted 06th March 2025) World Travel Market (WTM) Africa, in partnership with CBISN, today announced the strategic enhancement of its China Ready® Workshop. The workshop will be rescheduled for April 2026 and transformed into a more accessible Continuing Professional Education (CPE) format. The decision comes in direct response to industry feedback, with many […]
Dr. Alain St. Ange featured on CNN’s Quest Means Business at ITB Berlin 2025
(Posted 06th March 2025) Former Seychelles Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports, and Marine, Dr. Alain St. Ange, was interviewed by renowned CNN anchor Richard Quest during ITB Berlin 2025, the world’s leading travel trade show. St. Ange, an esteemed tourism leader and consultant, shared his insights on the global travel industry’s […]
World Football Summit Lands in Rabat to Unlock Africa’s Football Potential
(Posted 06th March 2025) World Football Summit Lands in Rabat to Unlock Africa’s Football Potential Harnessing Football’s Potential to Drive Cultural, Economic, and Social Progress in Africa World Football Summit (WFS), a leading platform in the global football industry, has announced the organization of WFS Rabat 2025 in partnership with EVOSPORT, […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 06th March 2025) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS $750M African Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Fund Gets First Investors Devex The Africa Finance Corporation has closed the first round of financing for a new fund focused on climate-resilient infrastructure on the continent — one that’s notable both for its focus and the investors on board.The […]
TravelComments.com – Eastern Cape: Two new lionesses released into Addo Elephant National Park!
(Posted 06th March 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the release of two newly introduced lionesses into the Main Camp/Colchester area of Addo Elephant National Park on 03 March 2025. The two-and-a-half-year-old sisters were transferred from the… READ MORE
Tribute Portfolio Marks Its Debut in Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit
(Posted 06th March 2025) The communal spirit of the Maasai is reflected in the hotel’s design, with shared spaces like outdoor dining areas and a central bonfire encouraging interaction and connection Tribute Portfolio – part of Marriott Bonvoy’s growing collection of characterful, independent hotels – welcomes its first safari lodge […]
IATA World Cargo Symposium 2025: Navigating Geopolitical Shifts with Technology & Innovation
(Posted 06th March 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 World Cargo Symposium (WCS) will focus on digitalization, sustainability and safety/security as the key issues in helping the global air cargo industry as it adapts to unfolding geopolitical shifts. “Air cargo demonstrated its resilience in adapting to the post-pandemic world. In […]
TravelComments.com – Norse Atlantic Airways expands London Cape Town route for 2025/26!
(Posted 06th March 2025) Norwegian low-cost, long-haul airline Norse Atlantic Airways is enhancing connectivity between London Gatwick (LGW) in London, England, and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa, by increasing flight frequency and improving travel options for the 2025/26 season…. READ MORE
Boeing’s X-66 model breezes through 1st wind tunnel tests
(Posted 06th March 2025) Above: NASA teams tested a model of the X-66 with a nearly 6-foot wingspan at NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. The Low-Speed Wind Tunnel captured measurements of forces such as lift and drag throughout various aerodynamic configurations and flight conditions. (NASA photo) Boeing’s X-66 Sustainable Flight Demonstrator […]
Inaugural WDS Brought Industry Together to Explore Data, Technology and Cybersecurity
(Posted 06th March 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) successfully concluded its inaugural World Data Symposium (WDS) with a broad consensus on three key priorities: 1. To use data even more intensely to derive value: With improvements in artificial intelligence and predictive analytics, the contribution of aviation’s rich data collection will drive improvements in efficiency, […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Temporary closure of culvert on B2 road between Swakopmund and Arandis!
(Posted 05th March 2025) The Namibian Roads Authority (RA), responsible for maintaining and developing Namibia’s road network, has announced on 01 March 2025 the temporary closure of a culvert on the B2 road between Swakopmund and Arandis, about 16 kilometers from Swakopmund. The closure is due to… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Addo Elephant National Park: Elephant capture operations underway on 05 March 2025!
(Posted 05th March 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that elephant capture operations are taking place today, 05 March 2025, in the Main Camp area of Addo Elephant National Park. The operation began at 06:00 this morning. For safety reasons, SANParks urges visitors to… READ MORE
AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues with UN Tourism and SA Tourism on Tourism Landscape and intra-Africa tourism development, Thu 06 March, 11:00 UTC
(Posted 05th March 2025) The March Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Bronwen Auret, Chief Quality Assurance Officer – SA Tourism and Elcia Grandcourt, Director, Regional Department for Africa – UN Tourism on Thursday, 06 March at 14h00 EAT (UTC: 11h00). The guests will delve on the intra-Africa tourism […]
NEW DATES FOR THE 7TH AFRICA YOUTH IN TOURISM INNOVATION SUMMIT & CHALLENGE 2025: TUESDAY, 24 JUNE TO FRIDAY, 27 JUNE 2025
(Posted 05th March 2025) Africa Tourism Partners, UN Tourism and BDO would like to advise all the stakeholders about the new dates for the forthcoming Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge 2025 (www.youthtourismsummit.com). The summit was originally scheduled for June 10 to 13, 2025 but has now been rescheduled to […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Water supply disruption at Boulders Penguin Colony in the Table Mountain National Park!
(Posted 05th March 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the Boulders Penguin Colony in Table Mountain National Park, Cape Town, is currently experiencing a water supply disruption due to a burst pipe in the Simon’s Town area. As a result,… READ MORE
Africa Tourism Fair – Are you ready to take your tourism business to the next level?
(Posted 05th March 2025) The Africa Tourism Fair is coming closer! Mark your calendars for ??22-23 May 2025 and get ready to connect with industry leaders, explore new opportunities, and expand your business in Africa’s thriving tourism market. ? Choose how you want to be part of it! ? Apply for our […]
TravelComments.com – Botswana: BURS issues travel advisory for Pioneer Gate border post!
(Posted 05th March 2025) The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) has released a travel advisory regarding the Pioneer Gate border post (South Africa: Skilpadshek) between Botswana and South Africa. According to BURS,… READ MORE
Congo and the African Development Bank celebrate the strengthening of their strategic partnership for inclusive and sustainable development
(Posted 05th March 2025) Talks held by the African Development Bank Group in the Republic of Congo from 24 – 28 February 2025 marked a significant step forward in strengthening the strategic partnership between the Bank and the Central African country. Led by Solomane Koné, Acting Director General for Central Africa, the discussions […]
Kenya – Animal attack victims to receive Sh1bn as compensation
(Posted 05th March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Florah Koech, Nation Media Group The Kenyan government has set aside more than Sh1 billion this year to compensate victims of human-wildlife conflicts. In 2023 and 2024, the government spent Sh966 million and another Sh908 million on pending claims dating back from […]
A New Dawn for African Sports: Unlocking Transformational Investment in Community Sports Infrastructure
(Posted 05th March 2025) The summit also saw the formal launch of Spaces 4 Sports, Sport Nigeria’s flagship initiative designed to address Africa’s sports infrastructure deficit at the grassroots level The Sports Africa Investment Summit 2025 has marked a pivotal moment in Africa’s journey toward sports industrialisation and economic transformation. Over two electrifying […]
Another season, another opportunity to capture India’s Outbound Travel Market
(Posted 05th March 2025) Following the remarkable success of OTM 2025, we’re thrilled to announce TTF Mumbai 2025 at the prestigious Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) this August. The unprecedented demand we witnessed at OTM, which led to a complete space sellout, signals an even greater space crunch for OTM 2026. This makes TTF […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Robben Island Museum to close for organisational wellness day on 07 March 2025!
(Posted 05th March 2025) The Robben Island Museum (RIM) in Cape Town has announced that it will be closed to the public on Friday, 07 March 2025 for an Organisational Wellness Day. As a result, all tours to Robben Island will be… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Durban beach & pool update: Latest openings and closures
(Posted 04th March 2025) The eThekwini Municipality, responsible for Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has provided the latest update on local beaches and swimming pools. As of 28 February 2025, 20 beaches in Durban are open and deemed safe for swimming, while… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Namibia to introduce Visa on Arrival for 90 countries from 01 April 2025!
(Posted 04th March 2025) Namibia is set to implement a new visa on arrival system, effective 01 April 2025. Travellers from 90 countries (28 African and 62 non-African nations) that have not reciprocated Namibia’s visa exemption policy will now be required to apply for a visa before entering the country. Visitors have two options to […]
Challenge Deadline, Date Change, Summit Registration & AfCFTA Framework Input!
(Posted 04th March 2025) Last Chance To Enter ! Important Africa Youth In Tourism Innovation Summit & Challenge Announcements New dates announced! We’re excited to share that the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge & Summit will now take place from 24–27 June 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 9, 2025
(Posted 04th March 2025) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. The Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius and La Réunion were on high alert Thursday as Cyclone Garance, an intense tropical storm, posed a direct threat to the popular tourist destinations. Mauritius closed its main airport on […]
Wildlife corridors’ are encouraged to support Kenya’s recovering animal populations
(Posted 04th March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and VOA As nations mark World Wildlife Day, conservationists in Kenya are warning of shrinking wildlife spaces in the east African country that generates substantial revenue from wildlife tourism. While conservation efforts over the past two decades have led to the recovery of […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is experiencing power outtages!
(Posted 03rd March 2025) The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has announced that that Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town is currently experiencing intermittent power interruptions in certain parts of the airport. Technicians are on-site and working on solving the problem. According to ACSA, flight operations… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Botswana/South Africa: Martin’s Drift border post temporarily closed!
(Posted 03rd March 2025) The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) has announced the temporary closure of the Martin’s Drift border post (South Africa: Grobler’s Bridge/Groblersbrug) between Botswana and South Africa due to… READ MORE
