Elephants become the latest threat to peace efforts in Kerio Valley as farmers threaten to wipe them out
(Posted 04th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Fabian Kibet, Radio47 (Kenya), March 2, 2026 Farmers in Kowow village, Elgeyo Marakwet County are counting heavy losses after elephants raided their mango farms over the weekend, destroying crops that were nearly ready for harvest. According to the residents, the destruction has severely affected […]
Air Seychelles offers relief flights as Middle East airspaces remain closed
(Posted 04th March 2026 Air Seychelles wishes to provide a recap of the additional services currently available from Seychelles to Paris, Charles de Gaulle: Seychelles to Paris (CDG): • Thursday 05 March at 0030 hrs • Friday 06 March at 0930 hrs • Saturday 07 March at 2200 hrs Also available […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa Weather Outlook March–July 2026: What travellers need to know
(Posted 04th March 2026) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has published its latest Seasonal Climate Watch for March to July 2026, providing essential guidance for travellers planning trips across South Africa during the autumn and early winter months…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Visiting Etosha National Park in April: Weather, wildlife & essential travel tips
(Posted 04th March 2025) April is one of the most underrated months to visit Etosha National Park in Namibia. As the rainy season draws to a close, the landscape remains green and dramatic, wildlife activity is high, and visitor numbers are lower than in peak dry-season months…. READ MORE
How Do Elephants Mourn? Inside the Silent Rituals Seen in the Wild
(Posted 03rd March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News The Economic Times (U.S), March 2, 2026 When an elephant dies in the wild, the moment rarely passes unnoticed. Herd members often slow their steps. They circle the body. They reach out with their trunks and touch the face, the tusks, the bones. Some […]
Elephants may not debate in policy making, but they tell us how to get it right
(Posted 03rd of March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Benson Okita-Ouma, The Standard (Kenya), March 2, 2026 A month ago, in January 2026, a Global Positioning System (GPS) collar signalled that a 24-year-old elephant matriarch, Liana, had left Samburu National Reserve. She moved west, then south, across the landscape linking the Samburu […]
IATA – Air Cargo Demand up 5.6% in January 2026
(Posted 03rd March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 5.6% compared to January 2025 levels (+7.2% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.6% compared to January 2025 […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park in April: Weather, wildlife, sightings & travel tips
(Posted 03rd March 2026) Kruger National Park remains one of Africa’s premier safari destinations year-round, and April is truly special. As the high summer heat dissipates and the landscape begins its transition toward the dry season, Kruger National Park showcases a vibrant mosaic of wildlife, waterholes teeming with activity, and landscapes still lush from summer rains. […]
IATA – 2026 Begins with 3.8% Air Passenger Demand Growth
(Posted 03rd March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2026 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 3.8% compared to January 2025. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), increased 3.5% year-on-year. The load factor was 82.0% […]
TravelComments.com – South African Malaria Risk Map (Dec 2025) – Risk areas, season & advice
(Posted 03rd March 2026) The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) of South Africa has published its updated South African Malaria Risk Map (December 2025) – an essential reference for anyone planning travel to the country’s north-eastern regions…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Mozambique Flood Update March 2026: National Parks, road access and tourism recovery after January floods
(Posted 02nd March 2026) Mozambique continues to recover from one of the most severe rainy seasons in recent years, with the official death toll from flooding and related weather events rising to at least 257 people and approximately 869,000 people affected nationwide since October 2025. As of 02 March 2026, the situation has […]
The Vanilla Islands win the “Best Creative Tourism Island Strategy” award at the 13th World Creative Tourism Awards
(Posted 03rd March 2026) The Vanilla Islands (Indian Ocean) have been honoured by the Creative Tourism Network® with the “Best Creative Tourism Island Strategy” award, at the 13th edition of the World Creative Tourism Awards. This international recognition comes in a record-breaking competitive context: the jury—made up of international experts in tourism marketing […]
Alain St.Ange cancels participation at ITB 2026 as Iran – US/Israel military action continues
(Posted 03rd March 2026) Due to ongoing military operations in Iran that is sadly affecting air travel, Alain St.Ange has unfortunately had to cancel his participation at the Berlin event to join colleagues and tourism leaders at ITB 2026. “This cancellation is entirely beyond my control as flights from the region has […]
Elephant Orphanage in Nairobi, Kenya
(Posted 02nd March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Xinhua News Agency (China), February 27, 2026 Elephants are pictured at the Elephant Orphanage in Nairobi, Kenya. The orphanage, located on the outskirts of Nairobi, treats and rescues elephant “orphans” in various nature reserves in Kenya. Through treatment and training, it gradually restores the […]
The Afro-Asian Union (AFASU) Appoints Global Tourism Icon Dr. Alain St. Ange as President of the “Smile & Impact” Global Award
(Posted 02nd March 2026) Dr. Hossam Darwish, President of the Afro-Asian Union (AFASU), has officially announced the appointment of internationally acclaimed tourism leader and former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr. Alain St. Ange, as President of the AFASU “Smile & Impact” Global Award. […]
Inbound travel to East Africa massively impacted by Middle East airspace closures
(Posted 01st March 2026) The East African tourism destinations of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania including Zanzibar, Rwanda but also countries beyond such as Mozambique, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, South Africa, Namibia and of course the West African tourism destinations are taking massive financial hits as flights normally filled to capacity, bringing tourists to beach […]
IATA – Seasonal Demand Spike Mirrors Western Holiday Highs
(Posted 01st March 2026) Seasonal Demand Spike Mirrors Western Holiday Highs Traffic volumes during the 2026 Lunar New Year period are expected to be 10.8% higher than levels observed so far this year for a regular day, underscoring the sustained strength of seasonal demand. This increase is broadly in line with the 11% […]
TravelComments.com – How the Middle East escalation is affecting flights to and from Southern Africa (Updated: 28 February 2026)
(Posted 29th February 2026) The renewed escalation in the Middle East, including US and Israeli strikes on Iran, has disrupted international aviation – forcing airspace closures and triggering flight cancellations and reroutes across the region and beyond. Iran’s retaliatory strikes and the resulting rise in regional military activity are also contributing to the heightened security […]
Helicopter crashes in Nandi County / Kenya
(Posted 28th February 2026) A Eurocopter AS 350B3 Ecureuil, owned and operated by Corporate Helicoptersz, registered as 5Y-DSB and MSN 7183, crashed earlier today near Mosop, Nandi County / Kenya. The flight had reportedly taken off from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport and was enroute to an upcountry location. All six on board, including a […]
Middle East Airspace Closures prompt hundreds of flights being diverted, cancelled and halted
(Posted 28th February 2026) Following the resumption of war in the Middle East, with the US and Israel pitched against the terror regime in Tehran, have airlines started to advise their customers of wide scale interruptions of services to and from such places like Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Oman. […]
ICAO Global Aviation Gender Summit
(Posted 28th February 2026) I know you understand that the underrepresentation of women in the aviation workforce limits the ability to draw on the full range of talent needed for the industry’s sustainable future. To address this critical need, the ICAO Global Aviation Gender Summit 2026, which will take place in Luanda, Angola, from 21 to 23 […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa’s airports shine at the 2025 ASQ Customer Experience Awards
(Posted 28th February 2026) South Africa’s leading airports have earned global recognition in the 2025 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Customer Experience Awards, presented by Airports Council International (ACI) World…. READ MORE
Deutsche Bahn set to link Brussels Airport with Cologne – and beyond
(Posted 28th February 2026) New high-speed train between Cologne and Brussels Airport by Deutsche Bahn As of September 2026, Deutsche Bahn will connect Brussels Airport with Cologne with a high-speed train, linking German passengers in only 2 hours to the more than 180 direct destinations of Brussels Airport. Brussels Airlines launches […]
IATA Cargo Tracker – February 2026
(Posted 28th February 2026) Advancing Sustainability in ULD Operations Through LCA New guidance on a standardized life cycle assessment framework to comprehensively evaluate the environmental impact of unit load devices beyond weight alone, supporting more consistent and holistic sustainability comparisons. Read more > World Cargo Symposium 2026 – Lima, Peru Don’t miss this […]
ATF26 | Only 2 Months Left Until the End of the 2nd Early Booking Period!
(Posted 28th February 2026) The International Antalya Tourism Fair (ATF26) will bring the industry together in Antalya for the eighth time on October 26–27–28. Only 2 months remain until the end of the 2nd early booking period, offering exclusive advantages for exhibitors. The 2nd Early Booking Period ends on May […]
TravelComments.com – Durban Beach Water Quality Update (27 February 2026): 20 beaches open for swimming
(Posted 27th February 2026) The eThekwini Municipality has released its latest coastal water quality results (27 February 2026), providing essential guidance for travellers planning beach time in Durban…. READ MORE
Suspected ivory trafficker arrested in Nwoya with 154kg of elephant tusks
(Posted 27th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Edward Anyoli, New Vision (Uganda), February 24, 2026 The arrest of a suspected ivory trafficker by the Special Wildlife Crime Unit and the Uganda Police Force has led to the recovery of 154 kilogrammes of raw elephant ivory in an intelligence-led operation in Nwoya […]
Relief as elephant trapped in mud near residential area is rescued
(Posted 27th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Ascah Mwango, K24 Digital (Kenya), February 25, 2026 An elephant that had become stuck in mud along River Galana has been safely rescued in a coordinated operation led by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). In an update, KWS said it received reports that the […]
ICAO Event – Register Today and Get Ready for a Powerful GISS Experience
(Posted 27th February 2026) Time is moving quickly, and we are now approaching the final stretch before GISS 2026. If you have not yet finalized your plans, now is the moment to complete your registration and secure your accommodation. As preparations intensify and the programme is finalized, this is the moment to lock in […]
TravelComments.com – |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park update: Sendelingsdrift pontoon ferry closed!
(Posted 27th February 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) has temporarily closed the pontoon at the Sendelingsdrift pontoon at the Sendelingsdrift border post in the |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park due to high water levels in the Orange River. Visitors planning to enter the park are advised to use the Alexander Bay gravel road as an alternative route to reach Sendelingsdrift. … READ MORE
