Illegal gold mining drives deforestation in DRC reserve home to ‘African unicorn’
(Posted 28th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Ruth Kamnitzer, Mongabay Illegal mining inside the Okapi Wildlife Reserve in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to spread, satellite data show, driving environmental devastation. Deforestation stayed at a near-record high in 2023, and preliminary data for 2024 shows that […]
GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE UNVEILS TRAVEL PLANS, PREFERENCES AND TOP DESTINATIONS FOR 2025
(Posted 28th November 2024) Japan and Thailand holiday favourites for second year running, followed by China, Australia, New Zealand and Italy Business travel makes a comeback (13% increase in planned business trips globally), led by travellers in China, Germany and Spain Asia and Europe dominate business and leisure travel plans for 2025 Longest […]
Southern African Countries in Bid to Fight UK Anti-Hunting Bill
(Posted 28th November 2023) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Mqondisi Dube, VOA via AllAfrica Six southern African countries have voiced disappointment with new efforts by the British Labour Party government to introduce a bill that seeks to ban the importation of wildlife trophies from Africa. Representatives from the six nations […]
Qatar Airways Ushers in Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix with F1®-themed Onboard Offerings
(Posted 28th November 2024) Qatar Airways, the Global Partner and Official Airline of Formula 1®, is commemorating the imminent Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix with a limited-edition capsule of F1®-inspired premium loungewear, and dining options onboard the award-winning airline. This year’s Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix will be held from 29 November […]
New Cruise Season in the Indian Ocean: A Wind of Renewal
(Posted 28th November 2024) The 2024/2025 cruise season has officially begun in the Vanilla Islands of the Indian Ocean. From November 2024 to May 2025, more than 35 ship calls are expected in the region, marking a promising return to tourism dynamism. Among the most frequent operators, Norwegian Cruise Line […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Swimming pool at the Shimuwini Bushveld Camp is temporarily closed!
(Posted 27th November 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the swimming pool at the Shimuwini Bushveld Camp in Kruger National Park is temporarily closed. According to SANParks, this is due to… READ MORE
Emirates receives its first of 65 A350-900s
(Posted 27th November 2024) Emirates has taken delivery of its first A350-900 aircraft, marking an important step in Emirates’ fleet growth strategy. It marks the long-standing partnership between Emirates and Airbus which is built on innovation, efficiency and operational excellence. The A350 is set to enhance Emirates’ medium and long-haul operations beyond the airline’s […]
oneworld lands ‘Best Airline Alliance’ award from Business Traveler USA
(Posted 27th November 2024) oneworld® is continuing its award winning streak, having been named ‘Best Airline Alliance’ by the leading North American travel magazine, Business Traveler USA, at last week’s awards ceremony. The victory makes this the ninth year oneworld has been crowned the winner in this category, as frequent business travellers continue […]
Seychelles’ celebrates the Ocean Festival from 28th to 30th November
(Posted 27th November 2024) The Seychelles Ocean Festival, formerly known as SUBIOS, will commence tomorrow across the islands after a 5 year absence and run until Saturday this week. Activities are planned on the main island of Mahe but also on Praslin, La Digue, Alphonse and D’Arros where beach and ocean […]
TravelComments.com – East London: ATNS secures approval for Runway 11 instrument landing system at King Phalo Airport (ELS)!
(Posted 27th November 2024) Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS), the company that provides air traffic, navigation, training and associated services within South Africa, has announced that the instrument landing system (ILS) flight procedure for… READ MORE
African Sub-Sovereign government leaders and businesses meet in Kisumu / Kenya
(Posted 27th November 2024) Africa’s Sub-Sovereign governments, comprising states, counties, provinces, municipalities and regional authorities, play a critical role in economic development of African countries Over 250 Sub-Sovereign government leaders from across Africa are today meeting in Kisumu, Kenya, for the the fourth edition of the African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AfSNET) […]
African Development Bank and partners plan to make Abidjan-Lagos corridor highway an important economic and industrial hub
(Posted 27th November 2024) This 1,028-kilometre transnational coastal motorway will connect Côte d’Ivoire to Nigeria, while crossing through Ghana, Togo and Benin The Abidjan-Lagos corridor highway will link the cities of five major West African countries by 2030, and is set to become a powerful economic and industrial hub courtesy of the […]
Dr. Alain St. Ange – Training in Almaty of Kazakhstan
(Posted 26th November 2024) Alain St.Ange, who travelled to Almaty in Kazakhstan at the invitation of ‘Visit Almaty’, the Almaty Tourism Department of Kazakhstan, was working alongside local Kazak tourism training personality and official guide Mrs Zhanar Gabit and Mr Tom Buncle, the Managing Director of ‘Yellow Railroad’ International Destination Consultancy […]
AIR SEYCHELLES NAMED ‘WORLD’S LEADING AIRLINE TO THE INDIAN OCEAN’ FOR A SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
(Posted 26th November 2024) Air Seychelles is honoured to announce its triumphant victory after having been crowned the ‘World’s Leading Airline to the Indian Ocean’ for the second consecutive year at the prestigious Grand Final ceremony of the World Travel Awards held in Madeira, Portugal on Sunday 24th November 2024. This recognition highlights […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Two beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 26th 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 22 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 […]
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 […]
