Starlink will Showcase Innovative Technologies and Solutions at GITEX Africa 2024
(Posted 31st May 2024) Starlink will Showcase Innovative Technologies and Solutions at GITEX Africa 2024 Starlink will be present in Hall 11 (11B-26) and will be co-partnering with industry-leading technologies Starlink, an Infinigate Group Company, recognized for its expertise in Cybersecurity, Secure Cloud and Secure Networks solutions in the MEA region, is […]
#RhinoCharge2024 – All set for scrutineering
(Posted 30th May 2024) A total of 54 Rhino Charge cars are expected to undergo scrutineering (vehicle inspection to ensure compliance with rules of the event) from tomorrow morning till dusk ahead of the competition scheduled for Saturday at Torosei in Kajiado County. This includes 6 new entrants in the race that promises […]
Passenger Demand Up 11% in April
(Posted 30th May 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: • Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 11.0% compared to April 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 9.6% year-on-year. The April load […]
TravelComments.com – #eSwatini: Total ban on all single-use plastic carrier bags!
(Posted 30th May 2024) The Kingdom of eSwatini is set to introduce a total ban on all single-use plastic carrier bags. According to a press statement by the Ministry of Tourism and Environmental Affairs issued on 22 May 2024, the ban becomes effective 01 December 2024 from the issuance of a Government gazette. Under the terms of […]
Southern African states make fresh pitch to trade $1 bln ivory stockpile
(Posted 30th May 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Nyasha Chingono, Reuters Southern African countries hosting the largest elephant populations in the world made a fresh pitch on Wednesday to be allowed to sell their $1 billion ivory stockpiles, amid calls to pull out of an international convention on […]
How Does Wildlife Crime Threaten Global Ecosystems and Biodiversity?
(Posted 30th May 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Benjamin Kurylo, Earth.Org Among all environmental crimes, wildlife crime is one of the most devastating, pushing threatened species to the brink of extinction and causing irreversible consequences on ecosystems around the world. As the recurring problem of environmental crimes, […]
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American Express and Ecobank Group sign agreement to expand American Express acceptance in 21 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa
(Posted 30th May 2024) Through this agreement, American Express Card Members will be able to use their Cards in twelve new countries: Burundi, Central African Republic, Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Malawi, Mali, Niger, São Tomé and Príncipe, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, and Togo American Express and Ecobank Group, the leading pan-African financial services […]
Inaugural KAZA Summit gathers steam
(Posted 30th May 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Ryder Gabathuse, MMEGI The inaugural Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA) Heads of State Summit went into its second day today, with technical officials detailing the health of the rangeland most populated by elephants in the world. KAZA aerial […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 30th May 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS GE HealthCare leads with 72 AI-enabled devices; Siemens, Canon, Philips, Aidoc also make top 5 Radiology Business For the third year in a row, GE HealthCare has led the field with 72 artificial intelligence-enabled devices cleared or authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug […]
Ethiopian Cargo and Liege Airport Celebrate 17 Years Partnership
(Posted 30th May 2024) Ethiopian Cargo and Logistics Services and Liege Airport, the Ethiopian cargo hub in Europe, have celebrated 17 years of successful partnership. The two organizations reaffirmed their commitment to boost freighter operations and strengthen the strategic alliance that has played a significant role in connecting Europe to Africa and beyond. […]
Qatar Airways is the First Leading Airline in MENA to Introduce Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi Onboard
(Posted 29th May 2024) Three Boeing 777-300 aircraft will first receive Starlink’s game-changing Wi-Fi connectivity by the fourth quarter of this year, with the entire modern fleet being upgraded with this cutting-edge technology over the next two years Passengers can enjoy complimentary ultra-high-speed Wi-Fi of up to 500 Megabit per second per plane […]
Air Cargo Demand Continues Strong Growth into Q2
(Posted 29th May 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2024 global air cargo markets showing strong annual growth in demand into the second quarter (Q2). • Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 11.1% compared to April 2023 levels (11.6% for international operations). This is the […]
Rhino Charge 2024 reveals the venue
(Posted 29th May 2024) Torosei, located in lakes Natron and Magadi landscape in Kajiado County, is the venue of the 35th edition of the Rhino Charge, Kenya’s unique off-road competition that raises funds for environmental conservation. Until the highly anticipated announcement yesterday in the form of route notes released to competing cars, sponsors […]
Qatar Airways Named ‘Airline of the Year’ by Airline Ratings for 2024
(Posted 29th May 2024) Qatar Airways is Airline Ratings’ leading premium airline, which also assessed 25 global carriers Qatar Airways also takes home ‘Best Business Class’ for the fifth consecutive year, and ‘Best Catering’ in the industry Qatar Airways has once again been named the ‘Airline of the Year’ for 2024 by the […]
Celebrate World Rivers Day with a splash! 116 Days to go to meet at River Gura in Central Kenya
(Posted 29th May 2024) Experience some amazing activities:- Celebrate World Rivers Day with a splash! Dive into a thrilling day of activities including hiking adventures, scenic views, and relaxing riverbank yoga sessions. Join a community cleanup to protect and preserve our precious river, then unwind with a riverside picnic featuring live competition dances […]
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IHG Hotels & Resorts strengthens portfolio in #Egypt with two new Crowne Plaza signings
(Posted 28th May 2024) The dual signing sees the expansion of IHG’s premium brand in Egypt and introduces the Crowne Plaza brand to Cairo’s New Administrative Capital IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Urbnlanes Development to bring two new Crowne […]
AFRAA reconfirms ‘Virtual Industry Affairs Briefing’, tomorrow, Wednesday, 29 May at 10h00 UTC / 13h00 EAT (UTC+3)
(Posted 28th May 2924) As part of AFRAA’s commitment to advocate for member airlines’ interests and keep them informed of the developments in the airline industry, the Secretariat hosts an Industry Affairs briefing webinar series every last Wednesday of the month. After each session, AFRAA generates a monthly report on African Airlines Performance […]
#SITA expands into the maritime sector
(Posted 28th May 2024) SITA, the global leader in technology for the air transport industry, launches SmartSea through an initial agreement with Columbia Shipmanagement (CSM), the world-class ship manager and maritime service provider. SmartSea is the industry’s first company with the power to reshape the maritime sector by facilitating access to the same advanced technology […]
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#ZambiaTourism announces postponement of #ZATEX2024
(Posted 27th May 2024) Zambia has just announced the postponement of their international tourism trade show #ZATEX due to unforeseen circumstances, according to a statement received from them by ATCNews. The statement was signed by the CEO of the Zambia Tourism Agency Mr. Matongo Matamwandi. The trade fair was due to be held […]
#BrusselsAirlines – One week and counting for the long awaited return to #Nairobi #Kenya
(Posted 27th May 2024) With Brussels Airlines (re-)introducing a direct flight from Brussels to Nairobi, Kenya is on the brink of a significant increase in international arrivals. This is in fact the first new flight from Europe to Nairobi over the last at least 6 years and bound to increase arrivals to […]
Kenya Utalii College enters new era through partnership with Accor Hotels
(Posted 27th May 2024) Courtesy of Mr. Mehdi Morad, Vice President Operations Africa, Mauritius, Reunion & Seychelles, Accor Hotels I am excited to share a significant milestone for Kenya’s tourism and hospitality sector. Today, we embark on an initiative to upgrade and revamp the curriculum of Kenya Utalii College, supported by the […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 21, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 27th May 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Week 21 in African aviation saw few announcements on new airline routes and fleet upgrades. However, positive news emerged from Kenya with the release of their 2023 economic survey. The document highlights a significant increase in post-pandemic travel, […]
#Uganda sets new benchmark for Africa’s aviation industry
(Posted 27th May 2024) Courtesy of Dr. Alain St. Ange Seen here are Ms. Jennifer Bamuturaki, CEO of Uganda Airlines with Dr. Alain St. Ange of Seychelles. Jenifer Bamuturaki is the CEO of Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, the country known as the Pearl of Africa and one of […]
Africa Hospitality Investment Forum #AHIF2024 to be opened by Namibian President
(Posted 27th May 2024) AHIF welcomes delegates from over 50 countries for three days of high-level networking, formal business meetings and discussion of all the latest trends and developments and is followed by #AviaDevAfrica2024 With just over a month to go before the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum opens its doors on 25th of June, […]
#Germany’s #GIZ and the East African Community launch new tourism support project
(Posted 27th May 2024) The East African Community in partnership with Germany’s International Development Agency GIZ co invites you to participate in the official virtual launch of the EAC Online Tourism Capacity Development Programme scheduled for 30th of May 2024, 11.00 am East African Time. The Programme aims to strengthen institutional and […]
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Uganda surprised invited African tourism gurus with special honours
(Posted 27th May 2024) At the just ended Ugandan tourism trade expo POATE were Dr. Alain St. Ange and Mr. Ikechi Uko honoured by their Ugandan hosts with a special recognition during a dinner function, sponsored by Uganda Airlines, at the Ndere Cultural Centre in Kampala. Both Dr. Alain and Ikechi are […]
