UK Immigration Changes, Digital Identity and the Latest on Passenger Document Requirements
(Posted 08th November 2024) UK Immigration Changes: Stay Ahead of the eVisa & ETA Requirements Big changes are coming for UK-bound passengers. The shift to eVisas and new Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETA) may impact the journey for visa holders or your visa-exempt travellers. Ensure your team and travellers are prepared by learning what […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Windhoek-Okahandja dual carriageway (A1) officially opened!
(Posted 07th November 2024) The Namibian Roads Authority (RA), whose core business is to construct and maintain Namibia’s road sector, has officially opened the new Windhoek <> Okahandja dual carriageway (A1) on 01 November 2024. The N$2.8 billion road project is a major upgrade of the… READ MORE
Dr. Alain St.Ange, the globally known tourism personality from Seychelles, meets Africa Leaders at Africa celebrates 2024 in Addis Ababa
(Posted 07th November 2024) Dr. Alain St.Ange, himself a former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of the Seychelles met with the Hon. Selamawit Kassa, Minister of Tourism of Ethiopia and with Mr. Lexy Mojo Eyes, the Convener of Africa Celebrates 2024 that is taking place this week at the […]
Africa Tourism Partners appoints Claire Mugabi (MCIM, MBA) as representative for East Africa
(Posted 07th November 2024) Africa Tourism Partners (ATP) is a UN Tourism Affiliate Member and a recipient of the Distinction Award. As a Pan-African firm specialising in tourism development and strategic destination marketing, ATP focuses on strategy formulation, master planning, and strategic marketing in the travel, tourism, hospitality, aviation, and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 07th November 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines Set to Receive Africa’s First Airbus A350-1000 Airspace-Africa Ethiopian Airlines is set to make history with the delivery of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000, a step that signifies both the airline’s growth trajectory and its commitment to operating one of the most modern […]
Pre-session of Africa Tourism Day and Africa Tourism Climate Action Forum ATCAF 2024 Kicks Off in Addis Ababa
(Posted 06th November 2024) As the events and activities gear up for the UNFCCC COP29 climate conference in Baku Azerbaijan scheduled for the 11th – 24th of November, 2024, the Preliminary Session of Africa Tourism Day and Africa Tourism Climate Action Forum ATCAF commences today 6th November, 2024. Dr. Alain St. Ange, […]
Vanilla Islands – A Springboard for Entrepreneurship in the Indian Ocean
(Posted 06th November 2024) In The Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) and the European Union have successfully launched the COPISTE 2024 pitch competition, a flagship event of the “Entrepreneurship and Business Facilitation in the Indian Ocean” (ENFA-OI) project. This ambitious regional program aims to: – Promote regional entrepreneurship, with a special focus […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Four beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 06th 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 01 November 2024) open and safe for swimming, closed for swimming and of swimming pools that are currently open to the public. […]
United Kingdom (UK) visa services in Sub-Saharan Africa are now available through VFS Global
(Posted 06th November 2024) UK visa customers can now choose from a range of optional services, depending on their location, offered by VFS Global to provide enhanced comfort and convenience UK Visa Applications Centres open in Abidjan, Antananarivo, Banjul, Eden Island, Kinshasa, Libreville, and Port Louis VFS Global was recently awarded […]
Airbus delivers first A350-1000 to Africa
(Posted 06th November 2024) Ethiopia’s national flag carrier and largest Airbus operator in Africa, Ethiopian Airlines, has taken delivery of its first of four A350-1000 from Airbus in Toulouse, France. The first of its kind to be operated by an african based operator, the A350-1000 will enable Ethiopian Airlines to enhance […]
AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues with EgyptAir Chairman and CEO – Eng. Yehia Zakaria
(Posted 05th November 2024) Eng. Yehia Zakaria takes centre stage at the November edition of AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues scheduled for Wednesday, 06 November at 14h00 EAT (UTC: 11h00). Join us for a thought-provoking dialogue session with Eng. Zakaria as he shares views and thoughts as EgyptAir Group Chairman and President and Host […]
TravelComments.com – Qatar Airways operates up to 35 weekly flights to South Africa during the southern hemisphere summer season!
(Posted 05th November 2024) The flag carrier airline of Qatar, Qatar Airways, has increased the number of flights to South Africa for the southern hemisphere summer season. Since the end of October 2024, the airline is operating… READ MORE
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 44, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 05th November 2024) Courtesy of Mr. Alex Koech and Aero Trail Ltd. Introduction. The 7th International Marrakech Air Show 2024 kicked off on last Wednesday at the Royal Aero Club, showcasing Morocco’s growing prominence in the aeronautics industry. Running from October 30 to November 2, the event spans […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Letaba Rest Camp once again humming with cicadas!
(Posted 05fh November 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has informed the public that the Letaba Rest Camp in Kruger National Park is once again buzzing with cicadas and of their noise which can be amplified by multitudes of insects into an overpowering hum. Their sound varies widely, with some… READ MORE
Alain St.Ange of Seychelles to join working group Sayari Dunia to Host Pre-Sessions of Africa Tourism Day and Africa Tourism Climate Action Forum (ATCAF) 2024 at UNECA in Addis Ababa
(Posted 05th November 2024) Sayari Dunia Sustainable Tourism Foundation has confirmed that Alain St.Ange of the Seychelles will be a delegate at the preliminary sessions of the 5th Africa Tourism Day and the 2nd Africa Tourism Climate Action Forum (ATCAF) 2024 that will be held at the United Nations Economic Commission for […]
WTM Africa – A smart investment for 2025
(Posted 05th November 2024) Are you ready to seize an opportunity for brand visibility? Connect with thousands of enthusiastic travel buyers eager to explore profitable business opportunities. Influencers, media partners and travel industry decision-makers are excited to learn more about what your brand offers. Our thoughtfully designed conference program aims to boost your success. We’re thrilled to […]
IATA and ASA Strengthen Cooperation
(Posted 05th November 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Airport Services Association (ASA) are strengthening their collaboration to improve ground handling safety and efficiency. Together, the organizations will work to reinforce standardization, promote safety data sharing, and explore new approaches to enhance sector resilience. “Global standards make aviation […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Power outage challenges at Satara Rest Camp!
(Posted 05th November 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) on Saturday (02 November 2024) announced that Satara Rest Camp in Kruger National Park was badly affected by the recent hail storm that has broken down 21 Eskom power poles. The team from Eskom has been working at the camp to restore the fault for several days. Satara Rest Camp is currently operating… READ […]
TravelComments.com – Etosha National Park: Condition of roads is being addressed as matter of urgency!
(Posted 05th November 2024) The Namibian Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has announced on 29 October 2024 that the condition of roads in the Etosha National Park is being addressed as matter of urgency. According to the Ministry,… READ MORE
South African minister calls for “decisive, meaningful action” against wildlife crimes
(Posted 05th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Wang Lei, The Star South African Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dion George on Monday called for “decisive and meaningful action” to tackle wildlife crimes. He made the remark when delivering the opening address at the Eighth Wildlife Inter-Regional Enforcement […]
Airbus proposes to renew CEO mandate and announces Commercial Aircraft leadership transition
(Posted 04th October 2024) The Board of Directors of Airbus SE will propose to the shareholders at the 2025 Annual General Meeting the renewal of Guillaume Faury as Executive member of the Board and Airbus Chief Executive Officer. The Company is also announcing management transition steps in its Commercial Aircraft business. Lars Wagner, […]
Treading in Strangefoot’s path — the guardians of the Knysna forest
(Posted 04th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Julia Evans, Daily Maverick Amid the towering Outeniqua yellowwoods in the Knysna forest walk two men who know the forest better than anyone else. Karel Maswati and Wilfred Oraai have spent more than three decades patrolling these lands, often treading […]
Nigeria’s last elephants – what must be done to save them
(Posted 02nd November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Tajudeen Amusa, Professor, Forest Resources Management, University of Ilorin, The Conversation Nigeria has a unique elephant population, made up of both forest-dwelling (Loxodonta cyclotis) and savanna-dwelling (Loxodonta africana) elephant species. But the animals are facing unprecedented threats to their survival. […]
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Fully Digital Travel Experience Closer to Reality
(Posted 02nd November 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and its partners have successfully demonstrated that the industry is ready to deliver a fully digital air travel experience. This was achieved in a proof-of-concept (PoC) involving two passengers using different digital wallets and travel credentials on a round-trip between Hong Kong and […]
September Saw 9.4% Growth for Air Cargo
(Posted 01st November 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for September 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. • Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 9.4% compared to September 2023 levels (10.5% for international operations) for a 14th consecutive month of growth. […]
Africa Tech Festival announces inclusion of YALI Expo and Trade Show in 2024 event
(Posted 01st November 2024) Africa Tech Festival announces inclusion of YALI Expo and Trade Show in 2024 event, and Trevor Noah Foundation as strategic partner This strategic partnership will see several new additions to Africa Tech Festival 2024, aimed at examining the role of technology in revolutionising education in Africa […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Three beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 01st 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 31 October 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 […]
SITA AND ACCELYA PARTNER TO REDEFINE THE FUTURE OF AIRLINE RETAILING AND PASSENGER JOURNEYS
(Posted 01st November 2024) Partnership will integrate modern airline retailing systems with airport touchpoints and reduce costs using SITA’s advanced Flex APIs SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, is partnering with Accelya to deliver new digital retailing solutions for passengers, removing the reliance on dated, legacy systems. This strategic partnership […]
TravelComments.com – Mozambique: Tourism bodies call for travel postponement amid potential protests!
(Posted 01st November 2024) The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA), a non-profit organization based in South Africa that serves as the leading voice for inbound tourism in the region, in cooperation with Africa’s Eden, a registered non-profit company based in Botswana that focuses on promoting sustainable tourism across several African countries, are encouraging travellers intending to visit Mozambique over the next […]
