Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 47, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 26th November 2024) Introduction Cairo recently hosted the 56th Annual General Assembly of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) under the patronage of Egypt’s Minister of Civil Aviation. The three-day event, held from November 17 to 19, 2024, brought together over 500 industry leaders to address the challenges and opportunities within African […]
Minaz Manji’s Twiga Tours brings global honours to Kenya
(Posted 26th November 2024) It was once again a privately owned Kenyan company, which during the just concluded award season of the World Travel Awards, held over the last weekend in Madeira / Portugal, made heads turn and bring the spotlight back to East Africa’s largest economy. #TwigaTours – They put […]
Star Alliance named as ‘World’s Leading Airline Alliance’ at World Travel Awards
(Posted 26th November 2024) For the fifth consecutive year, Star Alliance has been named the World’s Leading Airline Alliance at the esteemed World Travel Awards. The announcement took place at the Grand Final Gala Ceremony held at Madeira, Portugal on 24 November 2024, attended by the elite of global tourism. Earlier, in […]
TravelComments.com – Mountain Zebra National Park: Renovations to some Family Cottages set to begin!
(Posted 26th November 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that renovations to some of the Family Cottages at the Mountain Zebra Rest Camp in the Mountain Zebra National Park will commence on 29 November 2024. The upgrade is expected to be finished by… READ MORE
Uganda Airlines takes delivery of leased Airbus A320
(Posted 25th November 2024) As reported by ATCNews last week did Uganda Airlines have to replace their initially leased A320 as a result of a regulatory directive by the Uganda CAA, which only permitted them to wetlease the aircraft for a maximum of 6 months. While this appears to be a rather arbitrary […]
World’s travel innovators celebrate at VIP reception in Madeira as global winners are announced
(Posted 25th November 2024) Winners at the event from Africa were: Twiga Tours / Kenya once again bagged the award as the World’s leading safari company – congratulations Minaz Manji, the Manji family and to their team! World’s Leading Safari Company 2024 Twiga Tours Air Seychelles named as leading airline to […]
Auric Air announces added frequencies
(Posted 25th November 2024) Auric Air has announced an update to their schedule for 2025-2026 The airline is adding an additional frequency to their Serengeti to Ruaha route. In addition to their Monday and Thursday flights, you can now enjoy this breathtaking journey every Saturday as well! New departure times: From Serengeti (Seronera): […]
#AFRAA recognizes African airlines’ excellence
(Posted 25th November 2024) During the recent Annual General Assembly of AFRAA in Cairo / Egypt was Kenya Airways named as Airline of the Year – Best Improved Profitability. The airline was also chosen to host the next 57th AGA in Nairobi / Kenya in November 2025 and Kenya Airways’ […]
Dr. Alain St.Ange: Visa-free Travels among Africans Will Unlock Tourism Potential
(Posted 23rd November 2024) Courtesy of Dr. Alain St. Ange Former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr. Alain St.Ange, says the use of Artificial Intelligence in tourism must come to Africa progressively. Said Dr. Alain: ‘I am a firm believer that the continent’s professionals […]
Uganda commences construction of SGR rail line from the Kenyan border to Kampala
(Posted 24th November 2024) The construction has now officially commences with Turkish Firm Ms Yapi Merkezi as the lead contractor. This follows the parting of Ugandan authorities with Chinese companies, which were initially favoured to undertake – and arrange financing – the project but over several years failed to show any results. […]
TravelComments.com – Botswana: Air Botswana launches flights to two regional destinations!
(Posted 24th November 2024) According the booking system on Air Botswana’s website, flights to Durban in South Africa and Windhoek in Namibia are set to be launched next month. Direct flights between Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone and… READ MORE
IATA Condemns Spanish Cabin Baggage Decision
(Posted 24th November 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) condemned a decision by the Spanish government to override European law, remove cabin baggage fees for passengers in Spain and fine airlines EUR 179 million. The move undermines freedom of pricing which is fundamental to consumer choice and competition, a principle that has […]
HATMAN Showcases Innovation at the Ongoing 7th Edition of Nigeria Tourism Investors Forum and Exhibition
(Posted 23rd November 2024) The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) has hosted the 7th edition of the Nigeria Tourism Investors Forum and Exhibition (NTIFE) from November 21–22, 2024, in the nation’s capital, Abuja. With the theme, “Sustainable Funding and Investment: Renewed Hope for Tourism in Nigeria,” the forum has brought together […]
Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy hailed as essential tool for combating climate change and protecting biodiversity
(Posted 23rd November 2024) The African Development Bank is the only multilateral development bank to have achieved funding parity for climate adaptation and mitigation The World Bank Group, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and other stakeholders have hailed the African Development Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy (2024-2033) adopted last May, as an essential […]
Africa Tech Festival 2024 celebrates the trailblazers shaping Africa’s tech future
(Posted 22nd November 2024) Africa Tech Festival 2024 wrapped up last week, marking the most successful edition in the event’s 27-year history. Organised by Informa Tech, the event is Africa’s most extensive showcase of enterprise tech innovation, bringing together influential founders, business leaders, policymakers, investors, and startups. Building on the momentum of the event’s […]
Serena Hotels update Callcentre details for Kenya
(Posted 22nd November 2024) Serena Hotels’ headoffice in Nairobi has completed the installation of a new contact centre system that will ensure faster responses for all inquiries and reservations. Call or email their Contact Center using the below details: • Telephone: (+254) 732 123 333 / (+254) 709 998 333 • E-mail: reservations.africa@serenahotels.com
Africa – Call for entries: The Earthshot Prize 2025
(Posted 22nd November 2024) Call for entries: The Earthshot Prize 2025 – Seeking groundbreaking solutions to restore our planet TEP is a beacon of hope in the face of the climate crisis, searching for the next generation of environmental pioneers who are developing innovative solutions to repair the planet Following […]
Zambian authorities concerned about 3 recent fatal elephant attacks
(Posted 22nd November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and James Kunda, AA Authorities in Zambia said Wednesday they are worried after three deaths were recorded, and a critical injury, in separate elephant attacks in as many days. They cited the deaths of two men and a woman. Most of the encounters […]
Cleared for Take-off: oneworld debuts its global marketing campaign
(Posted 22nd November 2024) oneworld® has taken to the skies with its newest global marketing campaign, as it continues to soar during its 25th anniversary year. The campaign, targeted at premium globetrotters travelling for business and leisure, marks the alliance’s first major initiative in five years. With the aim of expanding its […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Road betterment works begin on critical route connecting Khaudum National Park!
(Posted 22nd November 2024) The Namibian Roads Authority (RA), whose core business is to construct and maintain Namibia’s road sector, has announced that the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, yesterday (21 November 2024) officiated the groundbreaking for phase 1 of the road betterment works on District Road 3472 […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 21st November 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines achieves Four-Star Global Airline Award Times Aerospace Ethiopian Airlines has received Four-Star Global Airline award at the 2025 APEX Passenger Choice Awards… Read More>> Flutterwave’s Olugbenga Agboola Joins Smithsonian Advisory Board to Bridge Africa’s Culture and Digital Innovation Techeconomy Announced on Tuesday, Agboola […]
Uganda Airlines adds another A320 following regulatory challenges
(Posted 21st November 2024) Uganda Airlines’ lease of an A320 from South Africa ended in October as a result of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority only permitting ACMI leases for a maximum of 6 months. With the aircraft gone back to lessor Global Aviation of South Africa has Uganda Airlines now closed the […]
COP29: No more delay. Time to pay up is now!
(Posted 21st November 2024) COP29 is taking place in a challenging geopolitical and economic context marked by a downward trend in global growth, drastic budgetary constraints and cuts in almost all countries Courtesy of Landry Ninteretse, 350Africa.org Regional Director As the Baku climate negotiations enter the final stretch, we are […]
AHTES 2025 Announces Theme and Date: Shaping the Future of Hospitality and Tourism Education in Africa
(Posted 21st November 2024) The African Hospitality and Tourism Education Summit (AHTES) is thrilled to announce its 2025 theme and date, reinforcing its commitment to transforming Africa’s hospitality and tourism landscape through education. Theme: “Empowering Africa’s Growth Through Hospitality and Tourism Education: A Pathway to Business Excellence“ The 2025 summit, scheduled for […]
TravelComments.com -South Africa: CemAir introduces a new seasonal service to George!
(Posted 21st November 2024) South African domestic and regional carrier CemAir is set to introduce a new seasonal service between Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town and George Airport (GRJ) in George. From… READ MORE
Mountain Dispatches – News from Mount Kenya Trust
(Posted 21st November 2024) Misty mountain: MKT works to turn degraded landscapes such as these on Mt Kenya back into forests through community agroforestry projects, in partnership with Kenya Forest Service. We monitor every tree that we plant to maintain high survival rates of 85-90%. MOUNTAIN DISPATCHES July to September 2024 Welcome to […]
Visa Services: VFS Global expands United Kingdom (UK) visa services in Sub-Saharan Africa in second phase of rollouts
(Posted 21st November 2024) In 2023, VFS Global was awarded the new contract to provide UK visa services in 142 countries worldwide VFS Global is proud to announce that residents of Angola, Botswana, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, travelling to the UK can […]
European Union (EU)-Africa Chamber of Commerce and APO Group Announce Strategic Partnership
(Posted 21st November 2024) The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC) , a prominent organisation dedicated to advancing economic relations between Europe and Africa, and APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading award-winning pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to boost EUACC’s mission of […]
Sports Africa Investment Summit Rescheduled to Q1 2025 to Ensure Excellence and Strategic Alignment
(Posted 21st November 2024) The postponement is in recognition of the current onboarding exercise of the National Sports Commission, a co-host of the summit, and the organizational/leadership transition following the winding up of the defunct sports ministry The organisers of the Sports Africa Investment Summit (SAIS), in collaboration with the National Sports […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Six beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 20th November 2024) The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has released updated lists of beaches that are currently (as of 18 November 2024) open and safe for swimming, closed for swimming and of swimming pools that are currently open to the public. According to the lists,… READ […]
