Global Refining Response Cushions Jet Fuel Supply Shock
(Posted 25th July 2026) The Middle East conflict that began on 28 February 2026 disrupted a key source of global jet fuel supply. Between March and June 2026, Middle Eastern jet fuel production fell by an estimated average of 640,000 barrels/day compared with February levels. The disruption also affected Asia, where many refineries […]
TravelComments.com – Planning a Durban Beach Day? Here’s the latest water quality update
(Posted 25th July 2026) If you’re heading to Durban’s famous Golden Mile or planning a beach holiday along the city’s coastline, the latest beach water quality results bring reassuring news. According to an update by the eThekwini Municipality released on 23 July 2026, the overwhelming majority of popular beaches remain open for swimming, with water quality […]
Reach Global Aviation Leaders at ICAO CNSS 2026
(Posted 25th July 2026) Showcase Your Solutions at this Global CNSS Stage As the aviation industry advances toward a more connected, digital, and resilient future, ICAO Air Navigation World 2026 – Communications, Navigation, Surveillance, and Spectrum Symposium (CNSS) will bring together the global CNS community from 12–15 October 2026 in Kotor, Montenegro. […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia relocates 575 animals from Etosha to strengthen conservation across the country
(Posted 25th July 2026) Namibia has completed one of its largest recent wildlife translocation programmes, relocating 575 wild animals from Etosha National Park to conservation areas in three regions. The move is designed to help restore wildlife populations that have declined during years of drought while strengthening Namibia’s highly regarded community conservation programme…. READ MORE
The East Africa Travel Podcast – Ep 31 Kampala to Mombasa via Jinja, the source of the Nile
(Posted 25th July 2026) This article was originally published by Charlotte Beauvoisin on Diary of a Muzungu. Sitting on a wooden bench next to the River Nile, I drink my morning cappuccino while watching sunbirds and monkeys. The chill vibes of Jinja on Lake Victoria are a welcome respite after escaping Kampala’s hot, congested […]
History is made with the world’s longest ever flight – Toulouse to Melbourne
(Posted 24th July 2026) The most tracked flight … Qantas’ Airbus A350-1000ULR is making aviation history as it continues its marathon nonstop test flight from Toulouse, France, to Melbourne, Australia. The aircraft has now been airborne for around 13 hours and still has approximately 7.5 hours remaining before landing in Melbourne. […]
CITES Chief Commends Ethiopia’s Leadership in Protecting Wildlife and Combating Illegal Trade
(Posted 24th July 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Fana Media Corporation (Ethiopia), July 21, 2026 Ethiopia’s growing role in global wildlife conservation has drawn fresh international recognition, with the head of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) citing the country as an increasingly influential […]
Kenya elephant calf once thought dead reaches a hard-won bottle-feeding milestone
(Posted 24th July 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Aaron Goldstein, The Cool Down (U.S.), July 22, 2026 An orphaned elephant in Kenya once so weak that rescuers initially thought she was dead is now showing off a hard-earned milestone, mastering bottle-feeding. The latest update on Sholumai the elephant shows just how dramatically […]
In Kenya, beekeeping and agroforestry combine to protect Taita-Taveta
(Posted 24th July 2026) Courtesy of African ‘Elephant News Irina T., Capmad (Madagascar), July 22, 2026 RFI’s Afrique économie programme highlighted beekeeping and agroforestry initiatives in Taita-Taveta County where rural communities are testing honey as both an economic lever and a tool to protect ecosystems at the edge of wildlife zones. The region, […]
Auric Air announces Special Departures | Serengeti to Masai Mara – August 2026
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TravelComments.com – Muizenberg’s Iconic Beach Huts Are Coming Down – But they’ll be back
(Posted 24th July 2026) If you’re planning a visit to Muizenberg Beach in the coming months, you’ll notice another major milestone in the ongoing transformation of one of Cape Town’s most photographed beaches…. READ MORE
A New Era of Aviation Security Requires Global Action
(Posted 24th July 2026) ICAO Security Week 2026 Save the date 20–22 October 2026, Astana Kazakhstan The future of aviation security depends on our collective ability to anticipate and respond to emerging risks, adapt policies, embrace innovation, and build the capabilities needed to keep aviation secure and resilient. Emerging technologies, cyber threats, […]
TravelComments.com – Plettenberg Bay Shark Spotters suspended: What visitors need to know
(Posted 24th July 2026) If you’re planning a winter getaway to Plettenberg Bay, there’s an important safety update to be aware of before heading to the beach. Since 01 July 2026, the town’s Shark Spotters programme has been suspended after the agreement between the organisation and Bitou Municipality expired. While Plettenberg Bay’s beaches remain open and lifeguards […]
IATA Board Appoints Saadia Zahidi as Director General
(Posted 24th July 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Saadia Zahidi has been appointed by IATA’s Board of Directors to the position of Director General from 1 November 2026. Zahidi will be IATA’s ninth Director General and the first woman appointed to hold the position. She joins IATA from […]
TravelComments.com – Travelling to South Africa from Uganda or the DRC? A new health form is now mandatory
(Posted 23rd July 2026) South Africa has introduced a new health screening requirement for travellers arriving from Uganda or the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as authorities continue to monitor the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa…. READ MORE
Airfield Pavement Design Course takes place in August
(Posted 23rd July 2026) The highly rated Airfield Pavement Design & Evaluation Training Course will take place 25 – 28 August 2026 in Singapore. After attending this 4-day Pavement Design & Evaluation Training Course, successful participants will master pavement design, evaluation and analysis concepts as well as the tools and techniques that facilitate the work. It will also incorporate the latest […]
Victoria Falls Rainforest Reopens After Elephant Scare
(Posted 23rd July 2026) Pindula (Zimbabwe), July 21, 2026 The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has reopened the Victoria Falls Rainforest to visitors after a temporary closure earlier on Tuesday, 21 July, prompted by the presence of elephants in the area. In a public notice, ZimParks had been closed for about […]
Elephants in Mozambique’s Gorongosa Park are being born tuskless at rates approaching 33%
(Posted 23rd July 2026) Space Daily (Australia), July 21, 2026 In the floodplains of Mozambique’s Gorongosa National Park, roughly a third of the female elephants born after the country’s civil war have no tusks at all. Before the war, around 18.5 percent of females were naturally tuskless. Among the adult females that survived […]
In 2007, scientists played the sound of disturbed bees to wild elephants and watched many flee, inspiring farmers in more than 20 countries to use live beehive fences to help protect crops
(Posted 23rd July 2026) The Times of India (India), July 21, 2026 For many years, farmers in rural areas that share land with elephants have faced repeated problems each harvest season. Huge elephants eat large amounts of crops at night. Traditional deterrents such as banging metal objects and using lights become less effective […]
TravelComments.com – Bontebok National Park to reopen from 01 August 2026 after flood recovery
(Posted 23rd July 2026) If you’ve been waiting to visit Bontebok National Park again, there’s good news. South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that the park will begin a phased reopening on 01 August 2026, allowing visitors to return after the severe flooding that affected the park in May 2026…. READ MORE
flynas firms up additional Airbus A330-900 and A321neo aircraft
(Posted 23rd July 2026) flynas, Saudi Arabia’s leading low-cost carrier, has agreed to acquire five additional A330-900 aircraft and 20 additional A321neo aircraft from Airbus. The agreement further strengthens the strategic partnership between Airbus and flynas and supports the airline’s continued expansion across domestic, regional and long-haul markets. The latest order increases flynas’ […]
Your Training Roadmap: Facilitation and Aviation Security Courses
(Posted 23rd July 2026) Assistance to Aircraft Accident Victims and their Families When an aircraft accident occurs, a well-coordinated response can make all the difference for victims and their families. This course equips CAA representatives, government officials, aircraft and airport operators, and NGOs with the practical competencies needed to support effective family […]
Airbus to present new mid-term outlook
(Posted 23rd July 2026) Airbus top management to provide an update on the Company’s business environment and financial perspectives, including through a new mid-term outlook As part of its mid-term outlook, Airbus targets € 12-13 billion of EBIT Adjusted in 2029 The Company will reiterate its cash conversion target of around 1 over […]
Save the Date | AFRAA 58th Annual General Assembly | 29 November – 01 December | Libreville, Gabon
(Posted 23td July 2026) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and FlyGabon, the proud host airline, are pleased to announce the new dates and venue for the 58th AFRAA Annual General Assembly (AGA) & Summit. The event will now take place from 29 November – 01 December 2026 at the prestigious new Palais des Congrès Omar […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia Air: Planned routes, fleet and what it means for travellers
(Posted 23rd July 2026) Namibia could soon have its own national airline again. More than five years after the collapse of Air Namibia, the country’s plans for a new state-owned carrier are gathering momentum, with Namibia Air (Pty) Ltd taking another important step towards launching operations. READ MORE
Amb. Dr. ALAIN ST.ANGE, THE SEYCHELLES AMBASSADOR AT LARGE APPEARS ON LIST OF SPEAKERS AT COMING TOURISM EVENT
(Posted 21st July 2026) Amb. Dr. Alain St.Ange, the recently appointed Ambassador At Large for the Republic of Seychelles, has been seen on programmes being put together for coming tourism and aviation events across the world. Seychelles must have done a good move as the name of Dr. Alain St.Ange is today more […]
AeroTrail Africa | Regulatory Trails | Week 28, 2026
(Posted 21st July 2026) Courtesy of Mr. Alex Koech and Aerotrail Ltd. Africa‘s aviation regulatory landscape continued to evolve during Week 28, with significant policy developments aimed at strengthening market liberalization, regional integration, aviation safety, and regulatory oversight. Among this week’s key highlights: The European Parliament approved Croatia‘s accession to the […]
Starlink begins operations in Seychelles, expanding internet choices for consumers
(Posted 22nd July 2026) Seychellois households and businesses now have access to another internet service option following the introduction of Starlink, a satellite based system designed to provide high speed connectivity directly through satellites orbiting the Earth. The soft launch of the service took place yesterday during a press conference held at […]
Air Seychelles expands fleet with two leased Airbus A321XLR
(Posted 22nd July 2026) The agreement was signed at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, in the United Kingdom, yesterday, Tuesday 21 July 2026. Attending the signing ceremony was a delegation led by Ms Veronique Laporte, Minister for Transport, Ports and Civil Aviation, the parent ministry responsible for oversight of the national airline, Captain […]
The Girls Air Show Africa 2026
(Posted 22nd July 2026) Theme: She Grows She Grows celebrates what happens after inspiration, learning, building skills, finding mentors, creating networks, discovering opportunities, and growing into successful aviation professionals. The Girls’ Airshow Africa 2026 is more than an airshow. It’s a career and leadership experience designed to connect young women with opportunities […]
