TravelComments.com – Cape Town named One of the World’s Happiest Cities by Time Out!
(Posted 13th October 2025) Cape Town in South Africa has been ranked the third happiest city in the world in Time Out’s 2025 “Happiest Cities” survey, based on the opinions of over 18,000 locals worldwide. According to the well-known lifestyle publication, 97% of Cape Town residents said that their city makes them happy, earning the Mother City a top-three spot behind Abu Dhabi and Medellín. […]
Supply chain challenges could cost airlines more than $11 billion in 2025
(Posted 13th October 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management consulting and a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE:MMC), today launched a joint study, Reviving the Commercial Aircraft Supply Chain. The report addresses supply chain challenges in the aerospace industry, and explores the root cause of […]
Africa Tourism Awards 2025 – 02nd of November, Hilton London Canary Wharf, London
(Posted 13th October 2025) Join us in celebrating the vibrant spirit of African tourism at the Africa Tourism Awards 2025! This prestigious event honours the trailblazers, destinations, and organisations shaping the future of travel across our beautiful continent. From breathtaking landscapes to rich cultural experiences, let’s come together to recognise excellence and […]
Seychelles’ breathes sigh of relief as wanna be dictator Wavel decisively defeated in run off poll
(Posted 12th October 2025) Seychelles Presidential run off election, which was held between the 09th and 11th of October, brought a decisive result as United Seychelles’ candidate Dr. Patrick Herminie won the day with nearly 53 percent of the votes cast. This is a moment of triumph of Dr. Herminie over the […]
TravelComments.com – New SANParks 2025/26 conservation fees: What you need to know!
(Posted 12th October 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has officially published the updated 2025/26 daily conservation fees, effective 01 November 2025 to 31 October 2026. The fees apply to all visitors entering South Africa’s 21 national parks, supporting essential conservation projects, anti-poaching operations, and the maintenance of park infrastructure. According to the new tariff schedule, entry […]
TravelComments.com – Air France extends Paris Cape Town seasonal route until May 2026!
(Posted 11th October 2025) Air France, the national airline of France, has announced the extension of its popular seasonal route between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in Paris and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town until… READ MORE
Mozambique seizes more than six tons of wildlife products
(Posted 11th October 2025) MZ News (Mozambique), October 7, 2025 The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) revealed yesterday that Mozambique has seized more than six tons of illegal wildlife products in the last six years. The UNODC Director said that Mozambique is an “extremely vulnerable” country to transnational crime […]
TravelComments.com – Durban Beach Update: 22 beaches open for swimming
(Posted 11th October 2025) Durban, the vibrant coastal gem of KwaZulu-Natal, continues to shine as one of South Africa’s most popular seaside destinations. With its golden beaches, warm Indian Ocean waters, and year-round subtropical sunshine, the city draws thousands of visitors seeking the perfect coastal getaway. To keep every beach visit safe and enjoyable, the eThekwini Municipality consistently monitors […]
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: Tweede Tol picnic & camping site in the Limietberg Nature Reserve temporarily closed!
(Posted 11th October 2025) CapeNature, the public agency responsible for biodiversity conservation in South Africa’s Western Cape, has announced that the Tweede Tol picnic and camping site in the Limietberg Nature Reserve is closed until… READ MORE
Swiss International Air Lines takes delivery of its first A350-900
(Posted 11th October 2025) Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS), member of the Lufthansa Group, has taken delivery of its first of ten A350-900. Supporting the airline’s fleet modernisation programme, the latest-generation widebody is set to become SWISS’s flagship aircraft. The A350 will be operated on long-haul routes from its home base in […]
Namibia disregards the dangers of trade as it seeks to sell elephant ivory and rhino horn
(Posted 11th October 2025) Environmental Investigation Agency (U.K), October 8, 2025 Namibia has put three proposals before the meeting which would rescind existing international trade bans and allow it to sell rhino horns and stockpiled elephant ivory, a move EIA and many other conservation organisations warn would be catastrophic for remaining wild […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Windhoek renames Feld Street in honour of Sir Seretse Khama!
(Posted 10th October 2025) The City of Windhoek has officially announced that Feld Street will be renamed in honour of Sir Seretse Khama, effective 09 October 2025. The street is located in the Ausspannplatz (Dr. António Agostinho Neto Square) area, a northern inner-city district just north of Windhoek’s central business district…. READ MORE
Aksaya Estates Limited Signs Agreement with Marriott International to Bring Courtyard by Marriott to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
(Posted 10th October 2025) The hotel will include two restaurants and bars, an expansive landscaped courtyard featuring a fire pit, a rooftop fitness centre and 18 metre swimming pool, as well as versatile indoor and outdoor event space Aksaya Estates Limited has signed an agreement with Marriott International to bring Courtyard by […]
AfCFTA SECRETARIAT INVITES AFRICA TO MEET IN ACCRA, GHANA FOR CREATIVES CONNECT AFRIKA 2025
(Posted 10th October 2025) The AfCFTA Secretariat, in partnership with the Black Star Experience (BSE) and Africa Tourism Partners (ATP), is proud to announce the inaugural Creatives Connect Afrika 2025: The AfCFTA Forum on Tourism, Creatives and Cultural Industries (www.creativesconnectafrika). This groundbreaking event will take place in Accra, Ghana, from November 24th to […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Gondwana Collection Namibia launches free Hop’n’Go2 city shuttle in Windhoek!
(Posted 10th October 2025) Gondwana Collection Namibia has unveiled Hop’n’Go2, a free city shuttle service for tourists in Windhoek, running throughout October 2025, with plans to extend to Swakopmund in December 2025. The shuttle loops between Windhoek’s top hotels, restaurants, and nightlife hotspots, but it’s more than just transport. Passengers enjoy curated city maps, traveller guides with cultural insights, […]
WTM Africa to Host Key Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC)
(Posted 10th October 2025) The Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC), one of the continent’s leading gatherings for tourism investment, returns to Cape Town on 14th of April 2026 as an integral part of World Travel Market (WTM) Africa. Held on the Global Stage at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the conference […]
Aviation’s economic value to Tanzania – IATA report
(Posted 10th October 2025) Future success in doubt as a result of arbitrary additional taxes on air tickets and mandatory purchase of local health insurance The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the Value of Air Transport study for Tanzania, quantifying the substantial benefits that aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generates in […]
oneworld Innovation Summit – powering the future of flight
(Posted 10th October 2025) Global alliance convenes innovation companies, airline venture teams and investors to explore (and promote) new technologies. oneworld® hosted its first-ever Innovation Summit on Monday as a precursor to the World Aviation Festival in Lisbon. The event connected digital, customer experience and sustainability leaders from across the alliance […]
NEXT GENERATION FIBRE-OPTIC COMMUNICATIONS FOR DATA-INTENSIVE AIRPORTS
(Posted 10th October 2025) SITA Passive Optical LAN (PON) infrastructure with Tellabs unveiled for ultra-reliable, scalable and secure connectivity across airport campuses and other critical operational areas The increasing pressure to support data-intensive applications with real-time communication across sprawling airport infrastructure is now greater than ever before. But bandwidth limitations, high latency and […]
TravelComments.com – Scandinavian Airlines expands codeshare with Virgin Atlantic to South Africa!
(Posted 09th October 2025) Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), the flagship carrier of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, has officially broadened its codeshare partnership with Virgin Atlantic, giving travellers seamless access to South Africa. The expanded agreement now includes direct SAS bookings to… READ MORE
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 09th October 2025) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Axxess Partners With Method HRM to Help Clients Strengthen Workforce Operations Yahoo Finance Axxess, the leading global technology innovator for healthcare at home, has partnered with Method HRM, a professional employer organization (PEO) specializing in healthcare, to offer Axxess clients comprehensive human resources solutions […]
Agenda Sneak Peek: What’s New at AFRAA 57th AGA
(Posted 09th October 2025) We’re excited to share a first look at the agenda for the AFRAA 57th Annual General Assembly (AGA) — taking place from 30 November to 02 December 2025 in Luanda, Angola. Under the theme “Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa,” this year’s programme is packed with insightful sessions, high-level discussions, and networking opportunities designed to drive actionable change across […]
TravelComments.com – Okavango Delta in November – Weather, wildlife & travel tips for Botswana’s green season!
(Posted 08th October 2025) The Okavango Delta in northern Botswana is one of Africa’s most mesmerizing wilderness areas, and November marks a fascinating period of transition here. It is the month when the long, dry season finally begins to give way to the first rains, transforming the Delta from golden and dusty to lush and green within days. […]
Uganda Refinery to Start Operations in Q4 2029-Q1 2030
(Posted 08th October 2025) With construction start set for late 2025, Uganda’s $4B refinery will fuel growth, enhance exports, and strengthen East Africa’s energy future Uganda’s oil refinery is scheduled to begin operations in the fourth quarter of 2029 or the first quarter of 2030, according to Michael Nkambo Mugerwa, General […]
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards partners with Tourism Economics
(Posted 08th October 2025) World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards partners with Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, to advance sustainable tourism insights The World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards has announced a strategic partnership with Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, to deliver data-driven insights and strategies that support a more sustainable […]
Call for Speakers – Artificial Intelligence in Airports
(Posted 08th October 2025) 8-9 December 2025 | London Shape the Future of Airports with AI – Call for Speakers We are delighted to invite you to contribute as a speaker at AI in Airports Summit 2025, taking place 8–9 December 2025 in London. This event brings together senior leaders, innovators, […]
TravelComments.com – Outeniqua Choo Tjoe revival: South Africa’s legendary steam train returns!
(Posted 08th October 2025) After almost two decades of silence, one of South Africa’s most beloved heritage trains – the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe – is set to return to the tracks. The legendary steam train of the Garden Route, which once ran between George and Knysna, will soon be revived as a flagship tourism attraction thanks to renewed investment and local collaboration. […]
ATTA® Appoints Taqi Moledina to Board Amid Record Growth in African Tourism
(Posted 08th October 2025) The African Travel & Tourism Association (ATTA®), the leading pan-African trade association for the travel industry, has announced the appointment of Taqi Moledina, Chairman of ARP Africa Travel Group, to its Board of Directors, effective 1 October 2025. Moledina joins ATTA® at a pivotal time for the African tourism […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: SANParks announces maintenance at Kieliekrankie Wilderness Camp!
(Posted 07th October 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that essential maintenance and upgrades will be carried out at Kieliekrankie Wilderness Camp in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park from 07 October to… READ MORE
NextGen is the Next Big Thing
(Posted 07th October 2025) South Africa’s events industry is firmly focused on the next generation – and the country’s untapped potential. South Africa’s tourism and hospitality skills gap has become impossible to ignore, with the crisis now dominating industry conversations from Cape Town conference halls to Johannesburg boardrooms. With youth unemployment at […]
