The Pyne Awards – For all Those Who Deserve the Spotlight!
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TravelComments.com – South Africa: This restaurant in Cape Town is one of “The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024”!
(Posted 06th June 2024) One of Cape Town’s most famous restaurants has just been named one of the Top 50 restaurants in the world and “Best Restaurant in Africa” in the “The World’s 50 Best Restaurants” awards. La Colombe, situated at the top of a winding road on Silvermist Wine Estate, has secured the… READ MORE
Malawi: Immigration Officers strike fails as Director General given the boot by court verdict
(Posted 06th June 2024) The High Court in Blantyre has earlier today nullified the appointment of the Director General of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services, Rtd. General Charles Kalumo. The judge in his ruling said that the appointment was done in violation of the applicable law. The removal of the Director […]
#KAZASummit2024 and Wildlife Product Trade
(Posted 06th June 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews The KAZA 2024 Heads of State Summit ended in the Zambian resort town of Livingstone on May 31, with leaders of the five member countries agreeing to argue their case for lifting of the ban on ivory trade at the […]
Kenya: New Wildlife and Marine Conservation series planned on Childrens TV
(Posted 06th June 2024) In the planned series will the producers travel across Kenya, with their main character puppet Matata. He will be accompanied by human youth co-hosts as they visit organisations and individuals working with children in educational conservation projects. Their aim is to ignite interest in the young as to the […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Addo Elephant National Park is going green!
(Posted 06th June 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that various solar-powered projects have been commissioned throughout Addo Elephant National Park in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. A biofiltration system has also been installed, which is recycling up to 80% of the National Park’s busiest camp’s grey water. The 17 largest boreholes in Addo Elephant National Park have […]
TravelComments.com – This city in South Africa was named the world’s 2nd best city for food 2024!
(Posted 06th June 2024) Time Out, a global culture, entertainment and events magazine, recently asked thousands of locals all about eating out in their cities to rank the world’s culinary capitals in 2024. The city-dwellers were quizzed on their city’s must-visit restaurants, must-eat dishes and best-value bites and were also asked to rate their city’s food […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 06th June 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Call for Nominations for the 2024 Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) Awards
(Posted 06th June 2024) The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has announced that nominations are officially open for the 2024 AWIEF Awards. This prestigious event celebrates the incredible achievements and contributions of women founders and entrepreneurs across Africa. The AWIEF Awards honor those who drive inclusive economic growth and development through […]
Radisson Hotel Group targets expansion to 25 hotels in South Africa by 2030
(Posted 06th June 2024) This ambitious expansion along with the Group’s recent updates to its South African portfolio underscores its commitment to strengthening its presence and contributing to the growth of the South African hospitality industry Radisson Hotel Group (www.RadissonHotels.com) has announced its goal to reach 25 hotels in South Africa by […]
Global Masterclasses: KENYA
(Posted 06th June 2024) Will you be at the Global Master Class on 8th and 9th August 2024 for the 1st and 2nd Master Class Sessions respectively? Below please find the offical invitation and the link for you to register. Introducing you to 3 more Masterclass Experts: Zai Mitziq: Turn your Passion into […]
Star Alliance airlines to adopt IATA Timatic AutoCheck
(Posted 06th June 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Star Alliance have agreed to enhance their long-standing relationship in the field of travel compliance solutions, with the Alliance adopting Timatic AutoCheck, the next generation travel documentation and verification system which supports contactless travel for its 26 member airlines. Timatic AutoCheck offers a […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 06th June 2024) CCA IN THE NEWS Africa Calling – Podcast on Spotify Frontier Markets Florizelle Liser, the head of the US-based Corporate Council on Africa, joins us to talk about new opportunities emerging for American companies to invest into Africa. She also shares some unique insights about investment trends—and how to […]
#Airline Profitability Outlook Improves for 2024 – including #Africa
(Posted 06th June 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced strengthened profitability projections for airlines in 2024 compared with its June and December 2023 forecasts. An aggregate return above the cost of capital, however, continues to elude the global airline industry. Outlook highlights include: Net profits are expected to reach $30.5 […]
#Malawi set for strike of immigration officers putting entries and exits in doubt
(Posted 06th June 2024) Information seen by ATCNews suggests that an internal dispute within the Department of Immigration in Malawi, between staff and Director General, might lead to an immediate strike of all immigration personell. This applies to both headquarters as well as all border posts, land borders as well as airports. ATCNews […]
oneworld says “Bula” to Fiji Airways as a its 15th member airline
(Posted 05th June 2024) oneworld®, the world’s leading airline alliance, has announced that Fiji Airways is to become its next full member airline. Fiji Airways, the flag carrier of Fiji and the South Pacific, has been a valuable presence in the oneworld alliance for the past five years as a oneworld connect partner. During […]
Zambia’s Mafunase Ngosa Malenga wins IATA 2024 Diversity & Inclusion Award
(Posted 05th June 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the winners of the 2024 edition of IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards: – Inspirational Role Model: Kendra Kincade, CEO and Founder, Elevate Foundation – High Flyer: Mafunase Ngosa Malenga, Founder and Managing Director, Southern Africa Institute of Aviation Science and Technology – Diversity & Inclusion Team: […]
#Zambia Tourism announces revised fees for tourism enterprises
(Posted 05th June 2024) The Zambia Tourism Agency (ZTA) wishes to inform all tourism enterprises that Cabinet, at its 5th Meeting held on 18th March, 2024, approved the recommendation by the Minister of Finance and National Planning to amend the Fees and Fines (Fee and Penalty Unit Value) Regulations, 2014 to increase […]
SAF Production to Triple in 2024 but More Opportunities for Diversification Needed
(Posted 05th June 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that its projections for a tripling of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) production in 2024 to 1.9 billion liters (1.5 million tonnes) are on track. This would account for 0.53% of aviation’s fuel need in 2024. To accelerate SAF use, there are several […]
TravelComments.com – Germany: Discover Airlines launches a new service to Namibia!
(Posted 05th June 2024) German leisure airline Discover Airlines, owned by the Lufthansa Group, is set to launch a new service to Namibia. The airline will introduce a new year-round service between Munich Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany, and Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) in Windhoek… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Garden Route National Park: Hiking trails in the Wilderness section temporarily closed!
(Posted 05th June 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has informed the public that five hiking trails in the Wilderness section of the Garden Route National Park in the Western Cape are temporarily closed. This is due to heavy rains the National Park is currently experiencing. The following hiking trails are temporarily closed:… READ MORE
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 05th June 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
#Liberia’s Endangered Species Risk Extinction
(Posted 05th June 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Emmanuel wise Jipohm,The New Dawn A new study reveals that Liberia has about 4,088 endangered species left in its forests, as the Forestry Development Authority (FDA) and partners collaborate to conserve the nation’s forests. Dr. Charlene Ewart, a biodiversity specialist […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (June 2024 – October 2024)!
(Posted 05th June 2024) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period June 2024 to October 2024. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently still in a El Niño state, but… READ MORE
Emirates, Airbus and IATA Collaborate on CBTA Training
(Posted 05th June 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA), Emirates, and Airbus have joined forces to deliver a Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) program for the Airbus A350 type rating, as Emirates prepares for the delivery of its fleet of 65 A350s from mid-2024. An initial cohort of 256 pilots will […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Two Rest Camps currently have no power suppy from Eskom!
(Posted 05th June 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the Lower Sabie Rest Camp and the Crocodile Bridge Rest Camp in Kruger National Park currently have no power supply from Eskom* since last night (03 June 2024). These two camps’ power supply was affected by the storm from last night. The issue was escalated to Eskom as of this morning. Eskom indicated […]
UGANDA AIRLINES WINS 3RD ANNUAL AVIATION CUP AFRICA GOLF TOURNAMENT
(Posted 04th June 2024) SOUTH AFRICA AIRWAYS EMERGES RUNNER UP IN THE CORPORATE TEAM GAME FAAN WINS MEN’S SINGLE CATEGORY In an elaborately colorful manner, the 3rd edition of the aviation industry recreational engagement that celebrates the relationship aviation has with sport, tourism and diplomacy — Aviation Cup Africa Golf Tournament […]
23 elephants killed by Tanzanian authorities to control human-wildlife conflicts
(Posted 04th June 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews A Tanzanian cabinet minister said on Friday that 23 elephants were among 113 wild animals killed by wildlife authorities in the 2023/2024 financial year to control human-wildlife conflicts. Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism Angellah Kairuki told Xinhua that other animals […]
Sustainable Aviation Fuel register to be established as output triples and SAF Global Summit draws near
(Posted 04th June 2024) SAF output set to triple in 2024 but it will only meet 0.53% of aviation industry’s 2024 global need. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it will establish the SAF Registry (Registry) to accelerate the uptake of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) by authoritatively accounting and reporting […]
TravelComments.com – Zambia: Proflight Zambia increases flights between Lusaka and Kasama!
(Posted 04th June 2024) Zambian privately owned regional carrier Proflight Zambia is set to increase domestic flights between Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) in Lusaka and Kasama Airport (KAA) in Kasama in the Northern Province ahead of the Ukusefya Pa Ng’wena festival in August 2024. The expanded schedule includes… READ MORE
