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A Congo Basin-led bioeconomy could boost Central Africa’s green transition (analysis)

  (Posted 08th April 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Metolo Foyet, Mongabay (U.S), April 6, 2026 The Congo Basin, often referred to as the “second lungs of Earth,” holds immense potential for leading Central Africa’s green transition. Home to the world’s second-largest tropical rainforest and second-largest reserve of drinkable water (holding 50% of […]

A unique clearing in Central Africa draws elephants from the dense forests

  (Posted 08th April 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News David Akana, Mongabay (U.S), April 6, 2026 Throughout most of Central Africa, it’s difficult to spot herds of forest elephants all at once. They move through dense rainforest, remaining elusive, their lives obscured by thick vegetation and distance. For tourists and even researchers, direct […]

AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues on Airline business models – Positioning African airlines for success | 08 April | 2:00pm EAT (11:00am UTC)

  (Posted 08th April 2026)   Welcome to the 2026 AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues session where industry leaders discuss critical matters and how to forge a way forward with practical and actionable solutions. The April Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Mr. Manish Raniga, Director – Knighthood Global and Mr. Vincent Huette, […]

Last call for ATIC 2026 – Africa’s premier tourism investment conference

  (Posted 08th April 2026)   Tourism and investment leaders from across the continent are urged to attend the Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC), taking place on 14 April 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) as part of World Travel Market Africa. Produced in partnership with JLL Africa, an affiliate member of […]

TravelComments.com -Victoria Falls in May: Peak water levels, weather & travel tips

  (Posted 08th April 2026)     Straddling the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, the mighty Victoria Falls—known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya – “The Smoke That Thunders”—reaches one of its most dramatic phases in May. As the Zambezi River begins to transition from peak flood to slightly lower levels, visitors are treated to a powerful combination of thundering water, lush rainforest, and gradually improving visibility…. READ MORE

Kenya’s Fly 748 set to return to scheduled operations in May

  (Posted 08th April 2026)     Local Kenyan airline 748 Air Services is set to resume scheduled domestic flights in Kenya this May, marking a return to the scheduled passenger market after a period of restructuring aimed at safety standards. The relaunch will see the airline reconnect Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with key destinations […]

TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park in May: Weather, wildlife & travel tips

  (Posted 08th April 2026)     Kruger National Park in May marks a key seasonal transition—lush summer vegetation begins to fade, visibility improves, and wildlife viewing steadily gets better. Following the exceptionally heavy floods of January 2026, the park enters May in a phase of recovery, offering travellers a unique combination of rejuvenated landscapes and […]

WTM Africa – State of the Industry Report 2026

  (Posted 07th April 2026)     15 April | 10:00 | Future Stage | WTM Africa | Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) What’s really driving African travel and tourism right now? This session presents the findings of the State of the Industry Report 2026, revealing the continent’s key numbers, market movements, and future-defining […]

ICAO Council condemns Iran for unlawful airspace violations affecting civil aviation safety

  (Posted 07th April 2026)   Through its decision adopted on 31 March 2026, the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) condemned the violation by the Islamic Republic of Iran of the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, including their sovereign airspaces, […]

IATA Training – Human Factors in Aviation

  (Posted 07th April 2026)     It looks like you’re still hesitating about Human Factors in Aviation (Classroom / Virtual Classroom). We hope you’ve been able to look at the previous information we sent you regarding the course content, delivery and pricing. If you missed any of it, or still need help to decide or convince others, your […]

IATA – Loss of Regional Connectivity Within Europe

  (Posted 06th April 2026)   The aviation market in Europe is expanding significantly, as passenger numbers were 26% higher in 2025 than in 2016. The growth is supported by a network of 22,000 routes, a 9% increase over the decade. Excluding the impact of the conflicts in Russia and Ukraine, the European network has […]

Wildlife crime, labour flaws put Kenya on US watch list

  (Posted 06th April 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Constant Munda, Business Daily (Kenya), April 2, 2026 United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has raised concerns over wildlife trafficking and gaps in labour protections in Kenya, flagging the issues as emerging risks to trade between the two countries. In its latest report […]

Tanzania rules out elephant culling to curb human-wildlife conflict

  (Posted 06th April 2028)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Bernama, New Straits Times (Malaysia), April 4, 2026 Tanzania has ruled out elephant culling as a strategy to curb rising human-wildlife conflict, opting instead to scale up rapid-response measures to protect communities from destructive raids. Addressing the parliament, Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba said […]

Exhibitors Sold Out – GISS 2026 in Morocco

(Posted 04th April 2026)     Exhibitor opportunities are sold out Registration is still open! We are excited to share that exhibitor opportunities are officially sold out for the ICAO Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS) 2026! Taking place 14–16 April 2026 in Marrakech, Morocco, the Symposium will bring together States, industry leaders, training organizations, financial partners, and […]

How Nigeria Recorded First Rescue Of Baby Elephant At Okomu National Park

  (Posted 03rd April 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Anayo Ezugwu, New Telegraph (Nigeria), April 1, 2026 The Okomu National Park in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State may not be among the most popular national parks in Nigeria but it has been identified as one of the largest remaining […]

African MRO Conference 2026 Concludes with Strong Call for Collaboration, Capacity Building, and Digital Transformation

  (Posted 03rd April 2026)     African MRO Conference 2026 Concludes with Strong Call for Collaboration, Capacity Building, and Digital Transformation   The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), in partnership with Ethiopian MRO, EgyptAir Maintenance & Engineering, Kenya Airways MRO, and South African Airways Technical, have successfully concluded the inaugural African MRO Conference, held from 29–31 […]

Maldives to host World Travel Awards Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026 Posteingang

  (Posted 03rd April 2026)     World Travel Awards (WTA) has announced that the paradise nation of the Maldives will host its Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026, with travel industry leaders from across the region gathering for a prestigious VIP reception on 27 September 2026 to coincide with World Tourism Day. The ceremony heralds the return of […]

Serena Hotels Launches Automated Reservation Platform

  (Posted 03rd April 2026)   A fully automated Tour Operators and Travel Agents Booking Platform. This is a smart, seamless solution designed to automate bookings and managing reservations. DUMA will enable all registered Agents to log in with their credentials, view live availability, make bookings, and generate system-driven proforma invoices and payments directly through the portal. […]

Air Tanzania postpones launch of Seychelles flights

  (Posted 02nd April 2026)     Air Tanzania has reportedly halted the launch of flights to the Seychelles, after stirring up much fuss about the new route – and notably without any mention on their social media pages. It was the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority which broke the news less than an hour ago, […]

Stray Elephant Captured and Relocated to Kibale After Months of Chaos in Kamwenge

  (Posted 02nd April 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Ivan Mugisha, NilePost (Uganda), March 31, 2026 After months of roaming farmland and damaging crops in Kamwenge District, a stray elephant has finally been captured and relocated to Kibale National Park, bringing relief to local communities. The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) confirmed on […]

Join the Dialogue at ICAO’s Legal Forum

  (Posted 02nd April  2026)   As international air transport faces growing legal complexity, regulatory change and institutional pressure, informed legal dialogue is more important than ever. Join us for the fourth edition of the ICAO Civil Aviation Legal Advisers Forum (CALAF), taking place in Nassau, Bahamas, from 27 to 29 May 2026 where global aviation legal leaders […]

AFRAA and the 4 Founding African MROs Launch Landmark African MRO Conference

  (Posted 02nd April 2026)   The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), in partnership with the founding African Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) providers – Ethiopian MRO, EgyptAir Maintenance & Engineering, Kenya Airways MRO, and South African Airways Technical, supported by many other aviation stakeholders today officially opened the 1st African MRO Conference in Addis Ababa – Ethiopia. […]

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The Managing Editor of ATCNews is Mrs. Esther C. Goossens.

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