Mount Kenya Trust – How to choose the right 10to4 route for 2026
(Posted 20th December 2025) New Routes for 2026 Tropic Air 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge What’s your choice for 2026? We have introduced TWO new elements to the Tropic Air 10to4 event for 2026 – the CLAMBER and the SWIFT – and changed the format of the SLIDE. Please read on carefully to make sure you […]
Qanot Sharq takes delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR aircraft
(Posted 20th December 2025) Qanot Sharq, one of Uzbekistan’s leading private passenger airlines, has taken delivery of its first of four A321XLR aircraft via a long-term lease agreement with Air Lease (NYSE: AL) . With this delivery, Qanot Sharq becomes the first A321XLR operator in Central Asia and the CIS, reinforcing the airline’s […]
TravelComments.com – Mozambique pre-travel registration: What travellers should know!
(Posted 20th December 2025) Travellers planning a visit to Mozambique should be aware of the country’s pre-travel registration and Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) framework, which was formally introduced under Decree No. 10/2023. While the regulation provides for mandatory online pre-travel registration for visa-exempt nationals, the requirement is currently not… READ MORE
The ATCNews team wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2026
(Posted 20th December 2025) The entire ATCNews team of Intern, Volunteers, Regular Contributors, Managing Editor and Publisher wish all our readers, our partners, our advertisers and our friends Happy Holidays – A Merry Christmas and a Happy, Peaceful and Prosperous New Year 2026. As has become a tradition, ATCNews will wind down for […]
TravelComments.com – Festive Season 2025: 19 of Durban’s 23 beaches safe for swimming!
(Posted 20th December 2025) As of 19 December 2025, the eThekwini Municipality has confirmed that 19 of Durban’s 23 beaches are safe for swimming following the latest coastal water quality tests. This update arrives just in time for the festive season, with visitor numbers across KwaZulu-Natal expected to surge…. READ MORE
Quick action by Mara vets saves elephant from severe snare injuries
(Posted 20th December 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Brian Oruta, The Star (Kenya), December 17, 2025 The Mara Veterinary Team has successfully treated a female sub-adult elephant injured by a wire snare at the Naboisho Wildlife Conservancy, highlighting ongoing efforts to protect wildlife through rapid response interventions. According to a statement […]
TravelComments.com – Mozambique: Fastjet Mozambique set for take-off after regulatory approval!
(Posted 19th Decembe4 2025) After months of regulatory uncertainty, Solenta Aviation Mozambique has secured approval to launch scheduled domestic flights in Mozambique under the Fastjet Mozambique brand, marking a significant development for the country’s aviation and tourism sectors…. READ MORE
ATPSA’s 2026 Roadshows Across Southern Africa, East Africa and West Africa!
(Posted 19th December 2025) ATPSA Member to Host Cameroon’s International Tourism Fair In addition, one of ATPSA’s valued members will host the Cameroon International Tourism Fair from 19–21 March 2026 at the Limbe Botanic Gardens. Now in its 5th Edition, the fair embraces the theme “Tourism, Culture and Trade Synergies”, celebrating how culture, tourism, and gastronomy contribute […]
THE AFRICA BUSINESS TOURISM & MICE MASTERCLASS 2026!
(Posted 19th December 2025) We are excited to announce the 9th Africa Business Tourism and MICE Masterclass (ABTMM), scheduled for 19-20 February 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Watch the space for details regarding the venue for the ABTMM 2026. The Masterclass is the only pan-African focused MICE and business events program in Africa, designed […]
Marriott International and V&A Waterfront Holdings Announce Agreement to Bring EDITION to Cape Town’s Iconic Waterfront
(Posted 19th December 2025) Anticipated to mark the brand’s debut in Africa, The Cape Town EDITION is set to feature a hotel and private residences Marriott International, Inc and V&A Waterfront Holdings today announced a signed agreement to open The Cape Town EDITION within the V&A Waterfront in 2026. This milestone […]
China Airlines orders five more Airbus A350-1000s
(Posted 19th December 2025) Taiwan’s China Airlines has placed a firm order for five additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, taking its total order for the type to 15. The aircraft will join the carrier’s existing fleet of 15 A350-900s flying on the carrier’s long haul route network. “Expanding our A350-1000 fleet marks another […]
Why Beehives Don’t Always Protect Fields from Elephants
(Posted 18th December 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Fernando Molina, Russpain (Spain), December 16, 2025 In some African countries, farmers have found an unusual way to protect their crops from elephants. Instead of fences and electric barriers, they use beehives, creating a living barrier in the animals’ path. This approach has proven […]
Experience Dubai winter and enjoy two memorable experiences with Emirates
(Posted 18th December 2025) Fly Emirates from select African countries – including Uganda – to Dubai and receive complimentary access to two popular tours and attractions Emirates is giving African travellers even more reasons to visit Dubai during its winter season, with a special offer that combines world-class hospitality and unique […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Proposed restrictions on self-drive access to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei postponed!
(Posted 18th December 2025) Plans to restrict self-drive 4×4 vehicles from accessing Namibia’s iconic Sossusvlei and Deadvlei have been postponed following strong opposition from tour operators and industry stakeholders…. READ MORE
Emirates rolls out retrofitted Boeing 777s with Premium Economy to Beirut and Beijing
(Posted 18th December 20255) The refurbished four-class Emirates Boeing 777 features upgraded interiors with new design elements, including modern colour palettes, specially designed Ghaf Tree motifs, and wood finishes across all cabins Emirates today announced that retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft featuring Premium Economy will serve flights EK953/954 between Dubai and Beirut from […]
Demand on Cape Town – USA flights up 7% this summer vs last year
(Posted 17th December 2025) United’s ups service to meet increased demand on Cape Town routes: United’s passenger bookings from Cape Town to the U.S. have increased by 7% during the South African summer holiday travel season (December 18 – January 6) compared to the same period last year. To meet the increased demand, United increased service between Cape […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park festive season: Day visitor gate quotas, fees and entry rules explained!
(Posted 17th December 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that gate quotas will be enforced for day visitors to the Kruger National Park (KNP) during the festive season to manage congestion on park roads and facilities and to ensure a safe and enjoyable visitor experience…. READ MORE
Baby elephant rescue spurs unprecedented conservation drive in Nigeria
(Posted 17th December 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Premium Times (Nigeria), December 15, 2025 Hours after dawn on 30 November, workers on a routine patrol at Okomu Oil Palm Company, in Edo State, noticed a figure wandering alone among the trees in Extension 1 of the plantation. At first, they thought it […]
Ethiopian Airlines Inaugurates New Premium Lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
(Posted 17th December 2025) Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest aviation group, inaugurated its new premium lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Ethiopian unveiled the new facility today in a ceremony attended by high level government officials, the airline’s Board Chairman and board members, executive management, stakeholders, and customers. Covering a ground area […]
TravelComments.com – Orange River levels drop: SANParks updates camp access in Ai/Ais-Richtersveld Transfrontier Park!
(Posted 17th December 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued an operational update for the /Ai/Ais-Richtersveld Transfrontier Park following recent flooding along the Orange River. While water levels have begun to recede, several facilities remain affected, and access restrictions are still in place in parts of the park. READ MORE
Kenya Airways Board of Directors shows Allan Kilavuka the exit door
(Posted 17th December 2025) Airline Board decides not to renew contract of CEO and picks company’s COO as interim CEO while releaing the following statement: Mr. Allan Kilavuka will be exiting the Company as Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer as he proceeds on terminal leave ahead of the expiry […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts expands its luxury lifestyle portfolio in Morocco with the signing of the first Kimpton in Marrakech
(Posted 17th December 2025) IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Sirayane Hospitality, a local high end hospitality investor and operator with over twenty years’ experience in Marrakech, to develop Kimpton Marrakech, a 67-key luxury lifestyle hotel opening in Q4 […]
Why elephant numbers are rising while buffaloes decline
(Posted 16th December 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Antony Gitonga, The Standard (Kenya), December 15, 2025 The number of elephants and rhinos in the country are on the rise according to the just released National Wildlife Census 2025 technical report. However, the population of buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and antelopes (ungulates), carnivores, birds […]
African Parks – One cup of tea. One conversation. A ripple of change.
(Posted 16th December 2025) In the vast, remote wilderness of Chinko, meaningful change begins with something as simple as a cup of tea. Here, local Tango teams sit with herders on the land they know best, opening conversations about grazing, safety and seasonal movements. These moments are unhurried. A shared cup creates space for […]
JETEX invests in Azzera to advance sustainable aviation initiatives
(Posted 16th December 2025) Aviation sustainability provider Azzera Inc. announces that JETEX, a global leader in private aviation, is the latest strategic investor in the digital carbon-management platform. The new investment positions the technology platform to continue evolving functionality, grow its international footprint, and deliver new client-facing offsetting tools to its users’ […]
TravelComments.com – Durban confirms all beaches safe for swimming ahead of festive season!
(Posted 16th December 2025) The eThekwini Municipality has confirmed that all 23 beaches along Durban’s coastline are safe for swimming as of 12 December 2025, following the latest round of coastal water quality testing. The announcement comes at a critical time, with the festive season approaching and visitor numbers expected to rise sharply across KwaZulu-Natal…. READ MORE
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 50, 2025
(Posted 16th December 2025) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech you can read every week the arguably most comprehensive aviation updates available from all over Africa. Introduction. The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has achieved a major milestone with the rollout of Free Route Airspace (FRA) in the […]
TravelComments.com – Addo Elephant National Park: SANRAL reopens Nqweba–Addo route for two-way traffic during festive season!
(Posted 16th December 2025) The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has confirmed that the key route between Nqweba (formerly Kirkwood) and Addo will be open to two-way traffic from 12 December 2025 to 06 January 2026, offering welcome relief to holidaymakers travelling through the Sundays River Valley during the peak festive season…. READ MORE
With over 4000 hotel rooms Cross River is safe and Ready for the Carnival Calabar – Ekpenyong MD CRSTB
(Posted 15th December 2025) Carnival Calabar is the main draw of events in Nigeria and Cross River State but how ready is the State to host the huge crowd that usually descends on Calabar and Obudu Resort in December. CallyAir “Note that the government and people of CRS are celebrating 20 years […]
Alain St. Ange to be honoured at Clevenard 2026 in Palma de Mallorca
(Posted 15th December 2025) Alain St. Ange, the globally respected tourism leader, former Seychelles minister, and acclaimed author, will be recognised at the Clevenard Global Authors’ Recognition Ceremony & Leaders’ Business Networking Forum from 27–30 August 2026. During the event, he will receive two prestigious awards: the Global Author Award for Transformational Leadership […]
