Financing is key to unlocking Africa’s development opportunities
(Posted 12th June 2024) In a packed auditorium at the renowned Chatham House, African Development Bank President Group Dr Akinwumi Adesina delivered an inspiring address to a diverse audience of diplomats, investors, academics, politicians, and media, emphasizing Africa’s untapped potential and abundant opportunities. In his presentation on Friday, “Envisioning Africa’s Economic Prospects,” Adesina […]
Dr. Alain St. Ange set to speak at the Ghana Tourism Expo 2024
(Posted 12th June 2024) The Ghana Tourism Expo, the largest and most anticipated tourism event in Ghana, is set to return for its 4th edition from September 11th to 13th, 2024, at the Akwaaba Village in Accra with a line-up of speakers set to include The King of Accra, King Tackie Teiko […]
#AFASU Awards in Egypt
(Posted 12th June 2024) AFASU GOLDEN AWARDS SEES HOSSAM EL SHAER WIN THE AWARD FOR BEST LEADER IN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT – NEXT AWARDS WILL SEE AFRICA TOURISM & AVIATION WINNERS RECOGNISED AS WELL AS THE TOURISM CAPITAL 2024 NAMED AFASU GOLDEN AWARDS honoured Mr Hossam El Shaer of Sharm El Sheikh […]
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: Meiringspoort Pass remains closed until further notice!
(Posted 12th June 2024) The Greater Oudtshoorn Municipality in South Africa’s Western Cape has announced that the Meiringspoort Pass, one of the most scenic mountain passes in South Africa, remains closed until further notice due to… READ MORE
Latest Roundup of Africa Tourism and Cultural News
(Posted 11th June 2024) FIRST UN TOURISM REGIONAL FORUM ON GASTRONOMY TOURISM FOR AFRICA Acknowledging the pivotal role of gastronomy in tourism development, the First UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa aims to discuss the challenges and opportunities of its promotion as a key driver for Africa’s competitiveness in the […]
TravelComments.com – “Rhino Rewild”: African Parks translocated 120 Southern white rhino to member reserves of the Greater Kruger Environmental Protection Foundation (GKEPF)!
(Posted 11th June 2024) African Parks, a conservation NGO that manages 22 protected areas in partnership with 12 governments across Africa, has announced that it has successfully translocated 120 Southern white rhino to member reserves of the Greater Kruger Environmental Protection Foundation (GKEPF) in Mpumalanga and Limpopo, South Africa. This translocation is the second move to happen under […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 11th June 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
The 15th General Assembly of the African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) will be held from September 3 to 5, 2024 in Gaborone, Botswana
(Posted 11th June 2024) This year’s event aims to explore the challenges and opportunities offered by evolving digital technologies in the audiovisual media sector The African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) will hold its 15th General Assembly from September 03rd to 05th, 2024 in Gaborone, capital of the Republic of Botswana, under the […]
#QatarAirwaysCargo and #MASkargo Sign Comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding for Joint Cargo Business Operations
(Posted 11th June 2024) Qatar Airways Group and Malaysia Aviation Group have further expanded their long-standing relationship as oneworld partners by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo – the cargo airline and subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group – to deliver an enhanced product offering to cargo customers and […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 23, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 11th June 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Week 23 has been packed with a myriad of activities, with IATA painting an optimistic outlook on airline operations and Airbus ramping up its production capabilities by utilizing its facilities in an African country (discover which one below) […]
#EthiopianAirlines Launches a New Flight to Maun, Botswana
(Posted 10th June 2024) The Ethiopian Airlines Group, one of the fastest-growing global airline brands and Africa’s largest airline, commences services to Maun, its second destination in the Republic of Botswana after Gaborone, as of today 10th, June 2024. The inaugural flight departed from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) after a vibrant […]
TravelComments.com – Emirates introduces flights to Madagascar!
(Posted 10th June 2024) The largest airline in the Middle East, Emirates, is set to introduce flights to Madagascar. The four-weekly flights between Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai and Ivato International Airport (TNR) in Antananarivo, will operate via a linked service with Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) on the Seychelles. The new service will commence on… READ MORE
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 10th June 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
World’s first in-flight study of commercial aircraft using 100% sustainable aviation fuel
(Posted 10th June 2024) In-flight measurements from an A350 aircraft using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) show a significant reduction in soot particle emissions and formation of contrail ice crystals compared to using conventional aviation fuel Global model simulations estimate 26% reduction in contrails’ climate impact when using 100% SAF Results […]
Diary of a Muzungu – listen to the latest East Africa Travel Podcast
(Posted 10th June 2024) Good morning everyone In episode 9 of the podcast, join me – Charlotte Beauvoisin, author of Diary of a Muzungu – as I introduce you to my first South African guest, the acclaimed travel and guidebook writer Philip Briggs. Join us in the bird hide at Sunbird […]
#EthiopianAirlines returns to the ancient city of Axum with daily flights
(Posted 10th June 2024) Ethiopian is resuming its flights to the city of Axum following the successful completion of extensive maintenance work on both the airfield and terminal facilities, with contract amount of 290 million Ethiopian Birr (ETB). Ethiopian Airlines is committed to providing unparalleled services on this route, connecting travelers to the […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Maintenance of Grootkolk Wilderness Camp set to commence!
(Posted 08th June 2024) The management of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park has announced that the planned maintenance of Grootkolk Wilderness Camp is set to commence on 21 June 2024. It is envisaged that the maintenance will be completed by… READ MORE
#Emirates to fly to #Madagascar via the #Seychelles
(Posted 08th June 2024) Emirates will launch flights to Madagascar from 3 September 2024, offering more choice and connectivity for travellers, and driving inbound leisure and business travel to the country. The four-weekly flights between Dubai (DXB) and Antananarivo (TNR), will operate via a linked service with the Seychelles. Boosting international travel […]
#SerenaHotels publish their new Air Packages from July to December 2024
(Posted 08th June 2024) Serena Hotels have published their new tariffs for air packages, valid for residents of East Africa and also for non resident foreign visitors. Details are shown below for the reference of ATCNews readers.
#QatarAirways returns to Lisbon / Portugal
(Posted 08th June 2024) The award-winning airline marks the return of year-round direct flights to Lisbon, with six weekly flights added to the airline’s summer schedule The new route offers passengers a greater range of travel choices with seamless connectivity to more than 170 destinations worldwide, including 47 destinations in Europe Qatar Airways […]
#Namibia threatens to withdraw #CITES membership
(Posted 07th June 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Albertina Nakale, New Era Environment and tourism minister Pohamba Shifeta has come out strongly against CITES’ decision to ban ivory from being sold on international markets. In an interview with New Era on the sidelines of the just-ended KAZA summit […]
Volcanoes Safaris Virunga Lodge Celebrates 20 Years!
(Posted 07th June 2024) Emmanuel Ahishakiye, Manager Virunga Lodge, welcomed guests to the 20th anniversary celebration. He led a minute’s silence for the 30th commemoration of the 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi. He also mentioned some of the community projects that Virunga has supported. Praveen Moman, Founder Volcanoes Safaris, hosted an informal panel conversation […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
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Airbus partners with Avincis on Advanced Air Mobility
(Posted 07th June 2024) Airbus and Avincis, a well-established European helicopter operator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to partner on the development of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). The companies will collaborate to explore opportunities for operating electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft throughout Europe. Through the agreement, Airbus and Avincis will focus […]
#SITA TO TRANSFORM #ITAAIRWAYS’ DIGITAL NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE
(Posted 07th June 2024) SITA, a leading technology provider for the air transport industry, has announced a new partnership with ITA Airways to transform the company’s global network infrastructure. The partnership will include the migration from the airline’s Multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) network to SITA’s recently launched Connect Go SASE platform. SITA will supply […]
ASKY organizes Fam Trip with its partners to Kenya to boost tourism
(Posted 07th June 2024) Director of Sales Eka Hotels Mr. Tauba; CEO of Jambojet Mr. Karanja Ndegwa; Tours Manager Satguru Evans Nabei; Josephine Mbela Head Africa for Kenya Tourism Board; Country Manager ASKY Kenya Elom Komedja and GM Eka Hotel Nairobi at the Press event to welcome the Travel Professionals […]
Hospitality ‘Oscars’ for Alain Sebah and Dupe Olusola at Africa Hospitality Investment Forum #AHIF2024
(Posted 07th June 2024) At the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum taking place in Namibia in June, Alain Sebah, President, Golden Tulip Afrique Francophone & East Africa (GTAF), and Dupe Olusola, Managing Director and CEO, Transcorp Hotels Plc, will both receive awards recognising their professional accomplishments. Alain will receive the Outstanding Contribution Award and […]
African airlines’ performance updates by #AFRAA for May 2024
(Posted 07th June 2024) Airline Performance: The aviation industry experienced a dynamic start to 2024, grappling with a multitude of challenges and opportunities. Despite ongoing post-pandemic hurdles, the airline sector sustained its recovery momentum this year, witnessing a resurgence in passenger demand. Africa witnessed a 6% increase in available seats, rising from […]
6th Africa Youth In Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge concludes with historic success
(Posted 07th June 2024) 6th Africa Youth In Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge concludes The 6th Africa Youth In Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge, held at Mercure Hotel in Windhoek,Namibia, recently concluded with remarkable success. Themed “Offering actionable solutions for Africa’s travel tech, tourism innovation, entrepreneurship, and youth employability,” the event was […]
QM TOURISM AWARDS 1ST round of voting ends on JUNE 11TH
(Posted 07th June 2024) “Quality Management Awards” – Quality Management Awards, which will be held for the 14th time this year, has the mission to serve Turkish Tourism by appreciating and encouraging Turkey’s tourism professionals, investments, investors, tour operators, agencies, individuals, institutions and private businesses. In its 14th year, QM will […]
