TravelComments.com -South Africa opens visa-free entry for Estonian travellers!
(Posted 19th September 2025) Great news for Estonian travellers! The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially confirmed that, effective 01 September 2025, Estonian passport holders may now visit South Africa visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. This development opens the door for Estonians to easily explore South Africa’s world-famous attractions — from Kruger National Park and the Cape Winelands to […]
Inauguration of the ATPN FCT Abuja Chapter
(Posted 19th September 2025) The Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN) proudly inaugurated its Federal Capital Territory (FCT Abuja) Chapter in Abuja on Thursday, 11th September 2025, marking a historic milestone for the tourism sector in Nigeria’s capital city. The event was filled with optimism, symbolism, and a renewed commitment to advancing […]
Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Creations Inc. appoints Osahon Akpata as Chief Executive Officer
(Posted 19th September 2025) The Board of Directors of the CANEX Creations Incorporated (CCInc), a subsidiary of the Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA), has appointed Mr. Osahon Akpata as Chief Executive Officer to lead the company. The board confirmed the appointment during its meeting on the sidelines of the fourth Intra-African […]
Essence of Africa 2025 unveils high impact content programme led by explorer Riaan Manser
(Posted 19th September 2025) Essence of Africa, Africa’s meetings-driven international buyer’s forum, today announced a focused, insight?driven content programme for its 2025 edition, taking place 7–9 October at Diamonds Malindi on Kenya’s coastline. Designed to support sustainable growth across the continent, the programme will spotlight adventure, conservation, and integrity in tourism. Content highlights include: […]
KCB and Afreximbank in Joint Funding Deal to Operationalize Vipingo Special Economic Zone (SEZ)
(Posted 18th September 2025) Afreximbank and KCB Group will provide initial funding amounting to US$ 500 million and US$ 300 million, respectively towards the initiative KCB Group and pan-African multilateral development bank, African Export-Import Bank have entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at providing financial and trade facilitation support to investors […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 18th September 2025) CCA MEMBERS THE NEWS Diamond-Rich Botswana appoints Nigerian, Farouk Gumel, as Chairman of Sovereign Wealth Fund Vanguard The President of Botswana, His Excellency Advocate Duma Gideon Boko on Tuesday, 9th August 2025 announced the creation of a new Botswana Sovereign Wealth Fund Limited with a Nigerian, Mr. Farouk Gumel […]
Air transport industry – High Expectations for 42nd ICAO Assembly
(Posted 18th September 2025) Following is news from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) detailing the nine most topical aviation safety, sustainability and efficiency items it will raise at the UN International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) annual assembly in Montreal from 23 Sep – 03 Oct 2025. They include: ramping […]
TravelComments.com – Proflight Zambia to launch larger jet service on Lusaka–Kasama route, boosting Northern Circuit tourism!
(Posted 18th September 2025) Proflight Zambia is set to make history by introducing scheduled flights with a 50-seat Bombardier CRJ-200 jet on the Lusaka–Kasama route, the first time an aircraft of this size will operate regularly at Kasama Airport (KAA) in Zambia’s Northern Province…. READ MORE
Afreximbank’s Africa Research and Innovation Hub (ARIH) seeks to unlock US$70 billion annual economic gains for Africa
(Posted 18th September 2025) The hub is structured to address the low investment in research and development (R&D) in Africa and the continent’s underperformance in research output The African Research and Innovation Hub (ARIH) that was recently launched by African Export-Import Bank is seeking to unlock up to US$70 billion annually […]
East Africa’s Aviation Regulators Advance Safety and Collaboration
(Posted 18th September 2025) Boeing joined forces with Cranfield University, the East African Community Civil Aviation Safety and Security Oversight Agency (EAC-CASSOA) and the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority to host a three-day Regulatory Excellence workshop in Entebbe, Uganda. Civil aviation regulators from Kenya, Rwanda, Somali, South Sudan and Uganda, the Uganda Ministry […]
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe: Air Zimbabwe continues servicing Harare – Mutare – Victoria Falls route!
(Posted 17th September 2025) Air Zimbabwe, the national flag carrier of Zimbabwe, has confirmed the continuation of its Harare – Mutare – Victoria Falls route beyond the conclusion of the 15th edition of the Sanganai/Hlanganani/Kumbanai World Tourism Expo 2025, which recently took place at Mutare Sports Club in Mutare. Originally introduced to facilitate convenient travel for delegates and exhibitors attending the country’s […]
Unlocking the Power of AI to Shape the Future of Airports
(Posted 17th September 2025) 8-9 December 2025 | London On behalf of Egremont Group, I’m delighted to introduce you to London for the Artificial Intelligence in Airports Summit, taking place on 8-9 December 2025. This event is all about making sense of AI. Cutting through the noise to understand what […]
Chinese poacher jailed: US$250K Rhino horns and ivory cache seals Yanzhong’s fate
(Posted 17th September 2025) A CHINESE national has been sentenced to 18 years in prison after being caught with illegal wildlife products worth nearly US$250 000, in what authorities have hailed as a major victory in the fight against wildlife crime. The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ), in a statement, said the […]
Fly Direct! Arusha is now an International Airport!
(Posted 17th September 2025) Arusha Airport (ARK) has now been declared an International Airport. This means travelers can now use Arusha as both an entry and exit point for international travel. This development strengthens Arusha’s position as a premier hub for both tourism and business. It especially allows travelers arriving from abroad into […]
SITA teams up with Ethiopian Airlines to co-develop smarter, faster, and more seamless travel experiences
(Posted 17th September 2025) With air travel demand across Africa skyrocketing and passenger expectations shifting fast in a digital-first world, airlines face mounting pressure to deliver smoother, more efficient journeys while managing increasingly busy operations. At the same time, destinations like Ethiopia are rapidly emerging as hubs for tourism, investment, and trade, […]
TravelComments.com – Plan your trip: Southern Africa’s 2025/26 rainfall & weather forecast for travellers!
(Posted 17th September 2025) Planning a trip to Southern Africa in late 2025 or early 2026? The latest statement from the Thirty-First Southern African Regional Climate Outlook Forum (SARCOF-31) offers valuable insights for travellers, tour operators, and safari planners. The forum’s seasonal forecast highlights expected rainfall and temperature patterns across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region […]
Royal African Society announces Film Africa 2025, 14 – 23 November
(Posted 17th September 2025) Ten Days of African Cinema, Culture, and Conversations at the British Film Institute (BFI) Southbank and Venues Across the City of London London is set to be ignited with the spirit of Africa as Film Africa, the UK’s and Europe’s leading film festival celebrating African and African diaspora […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Tsendeleka (Tsendze) Loop closed for maintenance!
(Posted 16th September 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the temporary closure of the Tsendeleka Loop (Tsendze Loop)* near Mopani Rest Camp in the northern region of Kruger National Park. According to the announcement, the road department will be carrying out maintenance work on the gravel loop starting 15 September 2025, with completion expected in… READ […]
Uganda Wildlife Authority will offer 3 Days of Free Uganda National Parks Entry for all Eastern Africa Citizens
(Posted 16th September 2025) On the occasion of World Tourism Day will UWA once again offer three days of free entry to all national parks in Uganda, applicable for Ugandans. East African citizens and Uganda’s foreign residents. UWA’s Director of Tourism and Business Development also pointed out that domestic tourism […]
Winners of inaugural Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Junior Chef Competition unveiled
(Posted 16th September 2025) The CANEX Junior Chef Competition provided a platform to spotlight Algeria’s rich and vibrant culinary culture while highlighting local products, celebrating young rising talent, and promoting a dynamic cultural exchange Fatma Zohra Bendjelida was crowned winner of the inaugural Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Junior Chef Competition which […]
Registration for AfCFTA’s Creatives Connect Afrika Festival & Forum Now Open!
(Posted 16th September 2025) Be the first to register for the inaugural Creatives Connect Afrika, a Festival & Forum spotlighting Africa’s creative industry as catalysts for continental integration under the AfCFTA! To be hosted by the AfCFTA Secretariat in collaboration with The Government of Ghana andAfrica Tourism partners, Creatives Connect Afrika is a […]
ATLA Nominations, Creatives Connect Afrika & Nairobi Hospitality Roadshow: Your Latest Industry Opportunities
(Posted 16th September 2025) NOMINATIONS FOR THE AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP AWARDS FOR THE 2025 EDITION ARE STILL OPEN Are you or someone you know a trailblazer in Afrika’s travel, tourism, hospitality, or aviation sectors? We invite all African Tourism Industry Stakeholders to thoughtfully nominate the change-makers who inspire you for the 2025 […]
Aviation: Why CORSIA Matters
(Posted 16th September 2025) CORSIA—the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation—will be in the spotlight when the 42nd Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) gets underway later this month. In this blog Marie Owens Thomsen, IATA Senior Vice President Sustainability & Chief Economist, highlights the critical importance of CORSIA to […]
Action Against Hunger and IHG Hotels & Resorts mark first year of partnership
(Posted 16th September 2025) Action Against Hunger and IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, are celebrating the first anniversary of a global partnership already helping to deliver life-saving results in the fight against global malnutrition. Launched in August 2024, funding from the collaboration has contributed towards providing screenings […]
TravelComments.com – Fastjet Zimbabwe adds new early morning flight on Johannesburg Harare route!
(Posted 16th September 2025) Fastjet Zimbabwe has announced the launch of an additional early morning flight frequency on the busy Johannesburg (JNB) <> Harare (HRE) route. Starting 29 September 2025, the new service will operate daily except Saturdays, providing travellers with more flexibility and convenience when flying between South Africa and Zimbabwe. The new frequency will be operated… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Temporary shop hour changes in September 2025!
(Posted 15th September 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced temporary adjustments to the operating hours of selected shops in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park during September 2025. The changes are due to routine monthly stocktaking and will affect visitors at Nossob Rest Camp, Mata Mata Rest Camp, and Twee Rivieren Rest Camp on specific dates…. READ MORE
KWS Arrests Suspect – two elephant tusks found buried in shallow trench in Isiolo
(Posted 15th September 2025) Cyrus Ombati, The Star (Kenya), September 14, 2025 A suspected poacher has been arrested in Isiolo County after two elephant tusks valued at about Sh2 million were recovered in Kinna area. Police and Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers said they were acting on a tip-off when they intercepted […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 37, 2025
(Posted 15th September 2025) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd. and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. Aviation experts from 19 countries across five African regional blocs have endorsed a model bilateral air services agreement designed to accelerate the long-delayed liberalization of Africa’s skies under the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM). Backed […]
Lalyans Nouvo Sesel hits districts with blitz approach
(Posted 15th September 2025) Over the past two weeks, Lalyans Nouvo Sesel has launched a dynamic series of blitzes across the islands, spanning Mahe, Praslin, and La Digue. The purpose was simple but vital: to bring their candidates directly to the people — to listen, to engage, and to show that leadership is […]
Environment destruction continues in Seychelles
(Posted 15th September 2025) It happened at Bel Air They Cut Down a 40-Year-Old Mango Tree — For Parking. This wasn’t progress. It was politics. A living tree that gave families gave shade, and cleaned our air for decades — gone in minutes. All for a parking space nobody truly needed. Just […]
