TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: SANParks released a road maintenance update!
(Posted 14th November 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has released the Kruger National Park (KNP) 100 days road maintenance report. According to SANParks, most roads in the south of Olifants River (Marula Region of Kruger National Park) were… READ MORE
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 14th November 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines secures management deal for South Sudan’s national carrier Business Insider Africa The government of South Sudan and Ethiopian airlines have entered a partnership agreement to establish and manage a national carrier for South Sudan… Read More>> Coca-Cola Beverages Africa invests $50mln in Namibia, […]
US Federal Court Strikes Down New York Ivory Sales Ban
(Posted 14th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Devdiscourse A federal appeals court has invalidated a New York law that effectively prohibited sales and displays of ivory and rhinoceros horns by antiques dealers. The decision from the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals argued the law unfairly restricted commercial […]
Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve: Swadini Waterfall to get temporarily closed to the public!
(Posted 14th November 2024) The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has announced that the Swadini Waterfall in the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve in Mpumalanga will get temporarily closed. Due to filming that will be taking place the waterfall will be not be accessible to the public from… READ MORE
Africa – Conference of the Parties (COP29): Lack of Clean Cooking Access Poses Deadly Risks for Millions in Africa
(Posted 14th November 2024) At a Paris summit held In May 2024, African Development Bank President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina pledged to allocate 20 percent of Bank financing for energy projects that promote clean cooking alternatives African policymakers and international partners meeting at this year’s UN Climate Change Conference, COP29 on Tuesday […]
VFS Global appointed to offer new Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival service to South Africans and 96 other nationalities
(Posted 13th November 2024) The e-VoA can be easily obtained by visiting VFS Global website, submitting all the required documents, and paying the necessary fees online prior to travel New Indonesia Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) service to commence in the first half of December 2024. Group booking facility to be available […]
Tourism – Morocco beckons: Unlock the lucrative potential of Africa’s rising tourism star
(Posted 13th November 2024) The summit will highlight the opportunities for hotel brands and investors to establish themselves in Morocco’s thriving hospitality market with immense potential The inaugural Morocco Showcase Summit: Tourism, Hospitality, Invest will take place Nov. 19-20 at the Marriott Hotel in Casablanca, emphasising how Morocco creates a compelling […]
29th Conference of the Parties #COP29: The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce to host a panel discussion on Access to Finance & Sustainability at the Côte d’Ivoire Pavilion on 14th November
(Posted 13th November 2024) 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29): The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce to host a panel discussion on Access to Finance & Sustainability at the Côte d’Ivoire Pavilion on 14th November at 3:30pm The Baku panel will explore avenues for sustainable growth in African maritime with participation from leaders across […]
2 Tanzanians Arrested for Alleged Smuggling of Tusks Valued at KSh 3.3m in Mombasa
(Posted 13th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Nancy Odindo, Tuko Police officers from Mtwapa Police Station, along with Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers, have arrested two Tanzanian nationals allegedly involved in the illegal ivory trade. Paul Kuya and Paul Telek were nabbed from their hideout in Majengo, Mtwapa. The […]
53 years of survey data confirm African elephant decline
(Posted 13th November 2024) (Courtesy of African Elephant News and Colorado State University, Phys.org) Habitat loss and poaching have driven dramatic declines in African elephants, but it is challenging to measure their numbers and monitor changes across the entire continent. A new study has analyzed 53 years of population survey data and […]
Mauritius’ electorate sends government packing and gives former opposition massive mandate
(Posted 12th November 2024) Dr. Alain St.Ange of the Seychelles has issued a communique to congratulate Navin Ramgoolam and his election coalition on the big election win last weekend. Dr. Alain St.Ange, the former Seychelles Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine, who knew Navin Ramgoolam during his time as Prime […]
2024 Royal African Society’s (RAS) Benefit Gala in London delivered by Professor Benedict Oramah, President & Chairman of Afreximbank
(Posted 12th November 2024) The Annual Lecture is part of the Royal African Society’s wider end of year event programme which ties in with the Society’s Benefit Gala which takes place on Friday, 22nd November 2024 The Royal African Society (https://RoyalAfricanSociety.org) has announced that their Annual Lecture will be delivered […]
TravelComments.com – King Shaka International Airport: One lane of the M65 highway temporarily closed!
(Posted 12th November 2024) The Dube TradePort Corporation and Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA) have announced that one lane of the M65 highway heading into King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban is temporarily closed between 08 November 2024 and… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Zambia: Proflight Zambia launches flights between Livingstone Cape Town!
(Posted 12th November 2024) Zambian privately owned regional carrier Proflight Zambia has announced the launch of direct flights between Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) in Livingstone and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town. Effective… READ MORE
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 45, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 12th November 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. The Tenth Meeting of the International Civil Aviation Organization Regional Aviation Safety Group for the AFI Region (RASG-AFI/10) officially begun in East London, South Africa. The significant event was led by Uganda Civil Aviation Authority Director General […]
SITA integrates IPS Intelligent Passenger Solutions into its SITA Airports portfolio
(Posted 12th November 2024) Integration of IPS following 2024 acquisition produces global leader in CUTE and CUSS product offer – paving the way for frictionless airport travel SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, has announced the formal integration of IPS Intelligent Passenger Solutions into its SITA Airports portfolio. The […]
Ecobank Partners with Nium to Unlock Real-Time Cross-Border Payments Across 35 African Markets
(Posted 12th November 2024) Nium announces its partnership with Ecobank, a pan-African financial solutions leader, bringing real-time cross-border payments to 35 markets on the continent Nium, the leading global infrastructure for real-time cross-border payments, announced a partnership with Ecobank Transnational Incorporated. Ecobank, the leading independent pan-African financial services group, to enable seamless […]
Suspected Poacher Shot, Ivory Worth Sh3 Million Found on Him in Kuria
(Posted 12th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and KahawaTungu A suspected poacher was shot and injured in a confrontation with police along Kehancha-Isebania road in Kuria, Migori County. Police said they recovered eight pieces of ivory weighing 30 kilograms and valued at Sh3 million from the suspect in the […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (November 2024 to March 2025)!
(Posted 12th November 2024) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period November 2024 to March 2025. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently still in a neutral state. It is predicted to… READ MORE
Dr. Alain St.Ange addresses ‘Africa Celebrates 2024’ in the Nelson Mandela Plenary Hall of the African Union
(Posted 11th November 2024) The 2024 edition of ‘Africa Celebrates‘ saw one of its many open sessions move to the Nelson Mandela Plenary Hall of the African Union (AU). One of those selected to address the conference at the African Union (AU) was Dr. Alain St.Ange, the respected Tourism Consultant who is regarded […]
The Royal African Society Benefit Gala Auction supported by ARTSY Bidding Has Started
(Posted 17th November 2024) The Royal African Society’s Benefit Gala on Friday, 22nd November, from 5:30pm – 11:30pm will be one of the most exciting and glamorous events in the London social calendar, kicking off the festive season The Royal African Society‘s Benefit Auction, starting with the Silent Auction, 11th November – 23rd November, and […]
The Royal African Society’s Annual Lecture and Benefit Gala 2024
(Posted 11th November 2024) Following the huge success of the Royal African Society’s (https://RoyalAfricanSociety.org/) spectacular Film Africa 2024 festival, (25 October to 3 November 2024), the Society is delighted to announce two further top level events in November 2024. ROYAL AFRICAN SOCIETY ANNUAL LECTURE, THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER The Royal African Society Annual Lecture […]
Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit (AYTIS) June 2025
(Posted 11th November 2024) We’re thrilled to announce that the 2025 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit (AYTIS) is heading to Kenya! Set to take place in June 2025, this event is an incredible opportunity for young entrepreneurs, innovators, and tourism professionals to network, gain mentorship, and showcase their projects to industry […]
Five Winners of the 2024 Earthshot Prize Unveiled at Awards Ceremony in Cape Town
(Posted 10th November 2024) Advanced Thermovoltaic Systems, High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People, Keep IT Cool, Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative and Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) revealed as 2024 Earthshot Prize Winners during star-studded ceremony broadcast live across 50 African countries Each Winner to receive £1 million to accelerate and scale the impact of their […]
Africa Travel Week 2025 – Submissions for awards now open
(Posted 10th November 2024) Entries for the Africa Travel Week (ATW) 2025 Media Awards are now open! Following on the success of the inaugural awards in 2024, ATW is calling on travel writers, bloggers, videographers, and photographers who produce content related to African tourism to submit their entry – as […]
2024 ULTRAS CELEBRATE THE FINEST IN LUXURY TRAVEL
(Posted 09th November 2024) Portrait Milano named hotel of the year, The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts voted leading luxury hotel brand, Italy shines as most popular holiday hotspot and The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel, New York recognised as best new hotel, while Emirates wins best airline in the world The world’s […]
oneworld crowned ‘Best Airline Alliance’ during sky-high anniversary celebrations
(Posted 09th November 2024) oneworld® has once again been named the ‘Best Airline Alliance’ by leading corporate travel magazine, Business Traveller, as the alliance continues to soar to new heights during its 25th anniversary year. The victory makes this the 12th consecutive year oneworld has taken home the trophy, as customers continue to […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Two beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 08th 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 04 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 […]
Dr. Alain St.Ange addresses ‘Africa Celebrates 2024’ in Addis Ababa
(Posted 08th November 2024) ‘Africa’s tourism industry must succeed if we all work towards a welcoming approach with no ambiguities or complications‘ said Alain St.Ange as he addressed ‘Africs Celebrates 2024‘ in Addis Ababa. The globally renowned tourism personality of the African continent who is widely regarded as a leading expert took the […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (November 2024 to March 2025)!
(Posted 08th November 2024) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period November 2024 to March 2025. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently still in a neutral state. It is predicted to… READ MORE
