#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 17th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Porini Camps wins Kenya’s Leading Safari Camp Brand at World Travel Awards
(Posted 17th October 2023) Kenya’s Porini Safari Camps has won the category of “Kenya’s Leading Safari Camp Brand” at the prestigious 30th Annual World Travel Awards, often described as the “Oscars of the Travel Industry”. The Africa, Indian Ocean & Middle East Awards were announced at a colourful ceremony […]
Aviators Africa Appoints Afema Ronnie as Business Development Manager – Aviation Sustainability
(Posted 16th October 2023) Aviators Africa, a leading force in the aviation industry, is delighted to announce the appointment of Afema Ronnie as the new Business Development Manager – Aviation Sustainability. Afema Ronnie brings a wealth of expertise to this pivotal role. With a strong academic foundation, including a Bachelor’s degree […]
#AuricAir of #Tanzania gets 8th World Travel Award in a row
(Posted 16th October 2023) Auric Air has just bagged the prestigious “Tanzania’s Leading Domestic Safari Carrier” award at the World Travel Awards for the eighth time in a row! This consecutive number of awards is really a big deal, and ATCNews couldn’t wait to share the news with you. Why, you ask? […]
#AirKenya bags major global recognition
(Posted 16th October 2023) Air Kenya is delighted to share some exciting news with you. The domestic and regional airline has been named “Kenya’s Leading Safari Carrier” at the prestigious World Travel Awards! This remarkable achievement is a testament to our commitment to excellence and our unwavering dedication to providing you with the […]
#Airlink establishes offices in #Gaborone / #Botswana and #Lusaka / #Zambia
(Posted 16th October 2023) Airlink, the independent premier Southern African regional airline, has established country offices in Gaborone and Lusaka to enhance customer services in Botswana and Zambia. The new country offices in the two capitals officially opened for business today. They provide direct customer and local travel industry support with flight reservations, […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Section of Kloof Road closed for up to 18 month to repair storm damage!
(Posted 16th October 2023) The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate has announced that Kloof Road between Kloof Nek Road and Round House Road will be temporarily closed to the public. According to a press release by the City, the estimated timeline for the necessary work could be 12 to 18 months before the road in Cape Town can be opened completely. The […]
#Samarkand welcomes Tourism Leaders to 25th UNWTO General Assembly
(Posted 16th October 2023) Samarkand, the southeastern part of Uzbekistan and melting pots of culture is set for the 25th UNWTO General Assembly. The ”Crossroads of Cultures” will be hosting its first major UN Tourism event and this week be the beehive of activities as the tourism sector charts a new path to […]
Qatar Airways Selects Starlink to Enhance In-Flight Experience
(Posted 16th October 2023) Qatar Airways is the largest airline to offer Starlink’s service on specified aircraft and routes The high-speed, low-latency broadband internet access will be complimentary for all passengers with frictionless ‘One-Click-Access’ onboard Starlink will allow passengers to utilise Wi-Fi speed of up to 350 megabits per second for gaming, VPN […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 16th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Become a Member: Support Conservation in Laikipia
(Posted 14th October 2023) Dear Conservation Enthusiast, Dear ATCNews Reader, As we approach the end of the year, we are more excited than ever to invite you to be part of our vibrant community dedicated to sustainable natural resource management in the Laikipia region. We understand that our membership revamp is not recent, […]
#Malawi’s Ministry of Tourism gives guidance to local tourists
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6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards breaks records
(Posted 14th October 2023) Hosted by the Government of Botswana through the Botswana Tourism Organisation in collaboration with Africa Tourism Partners, UNWTO and AfCFTA, the 6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards was a resounding success. Held from 04 to 06 October at the Grand Palm International Convention Centre in Gaborone Botswana, ATLF […]
Discover Belgium’s Comic Con: FACTS
(Posted 14th October 2023) FACTS is celebrating their 30th edition this year! On the 21st and 22nd of October, you can fully immerse yourself in the worlds of Sci-Fi and Fantasy. Explore the countless stands, meet celebrities, show off your best cosplay skills or stroll past the food and shopping venues of your favourite […]
Envisioning the Future of Sustainable Tourism
(Posted 14th October 2023) The staggering impact of climate change and environmental issues means that sustainability can no longer be ignored. It is one of the few global trends set to be ever-present over the coming decades, impacting industries worldwide, and none more so than the global travel and tourism industry. Against this […]
#EthiopianAirlines wins “Cargo Airline of the year 2023” award
(Posted 14th October 2023) The prestigious Air Cargo News Awards took place in the UK on Thursday night with 15 companies walking away with a trophy. More than 240 people attended the 39th awards ceremony that was this year presented by writer and comedian Dominic Holland at the Hilton London Syon Park. […]
#AirSeychelles halts flights to Tel Aviv
(Posted 13th October 2023) Air Seychelles announced the suspension of flights between Mahe and Tel Aviv, effective immediately. The airlines was until now operating four flights per week, after Israel become a major source of tourists to the Seychelles islands over the past years. Said an airline spokesperson: “The safety of our passengers […]
TravelComments.com – George (Western Cape): George Airport (GRJ) is currently experiencing technical disruptions due to power cuts!
(Posted 13th October 2023) Definitely a Friday the 13th development with both Cape Town and now George temporarily out of service) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has announced that George Airport (GRJ) in George in South Africa’s Western Cape is currently experiencing technical disruptions due to unforeseen power related challenges. This disruptions have impacted the airport’s… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Main runway at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) temporarily closed!
(Posted 13th October 2023) The main runway at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town is currently closed due to an aircraft (TAAG Angola Airlines) that developed technical issues on the runway. The incident happend just after 14:00 on 12 October 2023. The aircraft was subsequently removed from the main runway, and this was followed […]
Mountain Dispatches – News from Mount Kenya Trust
(Posted 13th October 2023) The Kenyan community?s trusted co-steward in protecting, preserving, and enriching one of the most vulnerable UNESCO World Heritage sites in the world – Mount Kenya. We are so proud of our World Ranger Challenge team! MOUNTAIN DISPATCHES July – September 2023 Another extremely active quarter for the MKT teams! […]
#Kenya’s Mercy Makau recognized with ‘Women in Emerging Aviation Technologies Award’
(Posted 13th October 2023) Kenya’s Mercy Makau will be honored at the 7th Annual Women in Emerging Aviation Technologies Awards ceremony taking place at the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C. on Wednesday October 25th. Women and Drones has announced the list of inductees being named to the Women […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Africa’s first “Time Out Market” to open in Cape Town in November 2023!
(Posted 13th October 2023) The Time Out Group has annouced the opening date of the first “Time Out Market” in Africa. The “Time Out Market Cape Town” is set to open to the public on 17 November 2023 at 11:00 at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. “Time Out Market” is a food and cultural market that […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
Posted 13th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
#Airbus announces changes to the leadership team
(Posted 12th October 2023) Airbus SE has announced changes to the leadership team led by Chief Executive Officer Guillaume Faury, as well as the appointment of a designated Commercial Aircraft business management team which will operate under the helm of Christian Scherer. “Looking at our key priorities, we want to put the Company […]
Alain St. Ange set to be key note speaker at tourism conference in Egypt
(Posted 12th October 2023) Former Tourism Minister of Seychelles Alain St.Ange will be a speaker at the first international conference “Sustainable Scientific Research and Digital Transformation: A Future Vision for Tourism, Hospitality, and Antiquities”, The conference will be held in Egypt next week from October 17th to 19th, 2023 is being held under […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 12th October 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Launch | Flutterwave to Integrate Payments Settlements USDC Stablecoin on Hedera Blockchain Bitke Flutterwave recently announced the rebranding of its cross-border remittance solution from $end to Send App to facilitate easier, faster, and more affordable money transfers from people in the diaspora to Africa. […]
THE 6TH AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM AND AWARDS 2023 BREAKS ANOTHER RECORD
(Posted 12th October 2023) Hosted by the Government of Botswana through the Botswana Tourism Organisation in collaboration with Africa Tourism Partners, UNWTO and AfCFTA, the 6 th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards was a resounding success. Held from 04 to 06 October at the Grand Palm International Convention Centre in Gaborone […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 12th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – Angola: TAAG Angola Airlines to return to the UK
(Posted 12th October 2023) According to reports from various aviation news websites, TAAG Angola Airlines, the flag carrier of Angola, is set to make a return to the United Kingdom. The airline, which just recently ordered four 787 Dreamliner aircraft from Boeing, is set to introduce a non-stop service on bord a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft between Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport […]
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: Update on road closures and repairs following the recent adverse weather conditions!
(Posted 11th October 2023) The Western Cape Government has released an update on road closures and repairs in the Western Cape following the severe rainfall and subsequent flooding on the weekend of 22 – 25 September 2023. According to the Premier of the Western Cape, Alan Winde, the damage is widespread and extensive. The current estimate of the […]
