Kenyatta International Conference Centre gets new CEO in another overdue appointment
(Posted 26th March 2024) More than 1 1/2 years after the exit of former KICC CEO Nancy Gecaga has the Kenyan government finally appointed a new substantive head for the conference centre in the heart of the capital Nairobi. Tourism Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua named James Mbugua Mwaura as the Kenyatta International […]
Alain St. Ange joins COSCU Board as Advisory Member
(Posted 26th March 2024) With a remarkable career spanning over several decades, Mr. St. Ange brings unparalleled expertise and insights to the COSCU organization. As the Head of Saint Ange Tourism Consultancy and a former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports & Marine of Seychelles, he has spearheaded transformative initiatives and contributed significantly […]
Zambia’s Renowned Zambezi Grande Lodge Set to Re-Open for the Season
(Posted 26th March 2024) Following a brief hibernation during the Zambian off-season, Zambezi Grande is delighted to announce its reopening on 29 March for the much-anticipated 2024 dry season. Located on the banks of the majestic Zambezi River and a stone’s throw away from the Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambezi Grande is an intimate, […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails
(Posted 26th March 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd In Week 12 of 2024, AfCFTA statistics showed concerning trends in intra-Africa trade, while Tanzania achieved a new aviation milestone. Important agreements and partnerships were also formed during this time, signaling progress and collaboration across industries. Explore these key events of the preceding […]
TravelComments.com – Survey: These towns in South Africa have the best air quality!
(Posted 26th March 2024) Swiss air quality technology company IQAir has released the 6th Annual World Air Quality Report, which reveals details of the world’s most polluted countries, territories, and regions in 2023. For this year’s report, data from more than 30,000 air quality monitoring stations across 7,812 locations in 134 countries, territories, and regions was […]
Air travel hacks to arrive looking like an Oscar red-carpet star
(Posted 26th March 2024) Readers will discover: The importance of staying hydrated and how Qatar Airways’ crew recommends combating the dry cabin air. Tips on alcohol consumption during flights and enticing non-alcoholic alternatives offered by Qatar Airways. Strategies for maximizing rest and sleep during long-haul flights, including insights into Qatar Airways’ […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
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Fire at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport shuts down Terminal 1E
(Posted 25th March 2024) An electrical fire caused Terminal 1E of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to be shut down for operations earlier today. The Kenya Airports Authority moved all passengers and traffic to Terminal 1A. It is understood that the airport fire brigade brought the fire under control and that no injuries to […]
Radisson Hotel Group accelerates expansion in Morocco
(Posted 25th March 2024) The Radisson Hotel Group has set a goal of expanding its current portfolio of 11 hotels in operation and under development in Morocco to 25 hotels by 2030. As Morocco continues to be a crucial market for development, the Group is accelerating its expansion in the country and has therefore […]
Mayotte Island Press welcomes Alain St.Ange of Seychelles
(Posted 25th March 2024) Alain St.Ange remains arguably the best known Tourism Personality of the Indian Ocean and was welcomed in Mamoudzou in Mayotte by the island’s main press where he accepted to be interviewed. Alain St.Ange, the former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of the Seychelles, currently heads his […]
#BrusselsAirlines and pilots union reach agreement to avert strike action
(Posted 25th March 2025) Brussels Airlines has announced that an agreement has been reached with the cockpit unions about their reward package. The deal was signed late yesterday. The details will be communicated to the cockpit community in the coming days. The agreement takes into account our current financial reality and focusses mainly […]
Namibian government slammed over wildlife slaughter for independence lunch
(Posted 25th March 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Lugeretzia Kooper, The Namibian The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism says the country did well enough in its conservation efforts to be able to donate wild animals for national events. The ministry was referring to a wildlife donation for […]
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Fire at Kenya’s Isiolo Airport leaves investigators puzzled
(Posted 24th March 2024) Reports were received that a fire broke out yesterday evening at Isiolo Airport in Northern Kenya, sparing parked aircraft and major damage to buildings. Investigations are underway to establish the origin of the fire and collect estimates to repair the damages the fire caused. There have been suggestions that […]
Kenya Goverment finally appoints a new CEO for Kenya Tourism
(Posted 23rd March 2024) Ms. June Teclar Chepkemei was recently appointed as the new CEO of the Kenya Tourism Board, based in Nairobi. She replaces Mr. John Chirchir, who has been holding the position in an acting capacity since November 2022. She was previously the Managing Director of the Kenya […]
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The Comoros Islands – Alain St. Ange delivers his 4th lecture on board luxury cruiseliner
(Posted 22nd March 2024) Few are more qualified to talk about the Indian Ocean islands than former Seychelles’ Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine – Alain St. Ange. He was the driving force behind the formation of the marketing cooperation of the African Indian Ocean Islands, known as the Vanilla Islands, […]
TravelComments.com – Mozambique: Gorongosa National Park reopens!
(Posted 22nd March 2024) Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique is set to reopen. The National Park in the Sofala Province in central Mozambique closes annually during the rainy season in mid-December and will open its gates again for single and muti-day overnight safaris from… READ MORE
Magical Kenya – the latest news
(Posted 21st March 2024) Why you should enlist influencers in your marketing Visitors enjoying a game drive in a National Park.. Influencers are impacting positively in marketing of tourism – (File photo) Social media influencers and content creators have become a key source of vacation inspiration, they are becoming travel providers […]
#ILTMAfrica2024 meets surging demand for luxury African travel
(Posted 21st March 2024) As demand for luxury African travel experiences rebounds, ILTM Africa returns to Cape Town for its 9th edition. Under the theme ‘Step Inside ILTM Africa’, the event will once again bring the very best of luxury African travel to the world’s most prestigious buyers from April 7-9, 2024. Hosted […]
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African Parks – the latest updates
(Posted 21st March 2024) Today on World Rewilding Day, we highlight a conservation strategy that’s making a significant impact on our planet’s biodiversity. Rewilding is all about restoring ecosystems and reversing the loss of wildlife, for nature’s return. And one way to do this is by reintroducing or relocating key species to […]
South African Government criticized for plans to exploit wildlife including hunting
(Posted 21st March 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Don Pinnock, Daily Maverick The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has released a 48-page plan to create integrated “mega landscapes” on land and sea encompassing extensive areas where hunting, bioprospecting and tourism would monetise wild animals and […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 21st March 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines unveils e-commerce logistics hub Travel and Tour World Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline group, has inaugurated an e-commerce logistics facility at Bole Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) within the Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics premises. This new facility, dedicated to e-commerce, mail, and […]
#AFRAA set for First-Ever Safety Summit in Africa!
(Posted 20th March 2024) Coming in May 2024 in Addis Ababa / Ethiopia! The 12th Aviation Stakeholders Convention from 12-14 May 2024 and The Inaugural African Safety & Operations Summit on 15 May 2024 The 12th Aviation Stakeholders Convention will be staged from 12-14 May 2024, at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This year’s Convention […]
Angus Begg recognizes Alain St. Ange’s extraordinary work promoting tourism in Africa
(Posted 20th March 2024) Writing from Ilha de Moçambique, which is a delightful find in itself, I am grateful for the opportunity to have met a shining light of destination marketing in Africa. Alain St. Ange is the former minister of tourism for Seychelles – renowned world-wide as one of Africa’s finest […]
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TravelComments.com – West Coast National Park: SANParks set to upgrade infrastructure and tourism facilities!
(Posted 20th March 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that is has earmarked key strategic plans for infrastructure development in West Coast National Park. This comes after the allocation of an additional R700 million for infrastructure investment over the next three years to SANParks. This allocation by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment […]
Aged #Antonov26 crashes on landing in Yida / South Sudan
(Posted 19th March 2024) Early morning accident today in Yida, South Sudan, involving a Fokker 50. No information on the registration nor pax on board yet but some Kenyan and Ethiopian registered F50's are currently operating out of Juba, usually in cargo configuration. pic.twitter.com/Ypca0TqBJt — The Kenyan Aviator (@kenyanaviator) March 19, 2024 Image […]
TravelComments.com – #Durban: uShaka Marine World reopens after strike!
(Posted 19th March 2024) The uShaka Marine World in Durban in KwaZulu-Nata has announced on 15 March 2024 that it is reopening to guests on 16 March 2024. The theme park on Durban’s Golden Mile was closed since 12 February due to an industrial action. The strike got suspended officially from Friday, 15 March 2024. To accommodate for the […]
