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The Africa Tourism Awards 2026 – just three weeks to go

  (Posted 10th October 2026)     The Africa Tourism Awards 2026 brings together the leaders, innovators, and institutions shaping the future of African tourism. An evening dedicated to recognising excellence, advancing collaboration, and celebrating the continent’s rich cultural heritage and growing global influence. Date: 1 November 2026 Venue: Hilton London Canary Wharf Time: 6:00 […]

Uganda Wildlife Authority advises on temporary road closure

  (Posted 10th October 2026)     The Uganda Wildlife Authority has issued an urgent road travel advisory following the collapse of the River Mucha bridge. As shown in the image above is a diversion route to Nkuringo suggested and should be used, until further notice, with immediate effect. Road users should use the alternative […]

Avolon orders 35 Airbus A330-900 and 75 A320neo Family aircraft

  (Posted 10th October 2026)   Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, has placed a firm order for 110 Airbus aircraft, comprising 35 A330-900 and 75 A320neo Family aircraft. This incremental order takes Avolon’s total for the A330-900 to 114 aircraft and the A320 Family to some 650. “We continue to see strong demand […]

Kenya follows Tanzania to dig visitor pockets as tourism industry expresses outrage

  (Posted 10th October 2026)   Courtesy of Mr. Mohammed Hersi   Penny-Wise, Pound-Foolish: Kenya’s Insurance Tax on Tourists Will Cost Us the 5 Million Dream.         Kenya has just done something no serious tourism destination in the world does. From 5th October 2026, every non-Kenyan arriving in this country must buy […]

WTTC bestows Tourism Icon Award on Dr. Taleb Rifai

  (Posted 09th October 2026)   Courtesy of Amb. Dr. Alain St. Ange     One of the key Tourism Breaking News of the week was the recognition by WTTC (World Tourism & Travel Council) honouring Dr. Taleb Rifai with their Tourism Icon Award at the WTTC’s 26th Global Summit in Malta. “The man who […]

Two arrested with elephant tusks in Machakos / Kenya

  (Posted 09th October 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Anne Kangero , Kenya News Agency (Kenya), October 8, 2026 A Multi-agency security team led by Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers have arrested two suspects found with elephant tusks worth Sh1.2 million in Machakos Town. The suspects were intercepted in Machakos Town while allegedly […]

Africa lost 80% of monitored wildlife population size since 1970: WWF

  (Posted 09th October 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Madhumita Paul, Down To Earth (India), October 8, 2026 Africa’s monitored wildlife populations declined by an average of 80 per cent between 1970 and 2022, highlighting the scale of biodiversity loss across the continent, according to a new report released by World Wildlife Fund’s […]

400 African elephant ivory pieces seized in Chon Buri

  (Posted 09th October 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Chattarin Siradakul, Thaiger (Thailand), October 8, 2026 Around 400 pieces of African elephant ivory seized at Laem Chabang Port in Chon Buri will undergo DNA testing as Thai authorities expand an investigation into a suspected transnational wildlife trafficking network. Natural Resources and Environment Minister […]

Relief in Kenya as Wajir county patient tests negative for Ebola

  (Posted 09th October 2026)   Information was received that a patient admitted in Wajir county in an isolation ward was tested negative for the deadly Ebola Bundibugyo virus.   Wajir / Kenya patient isolated over fears of haemmorrhagic fever   “I am pleased to report that the preliminary laboratory results indicate that the sample […]

Kenya signs electric vehicles deal with key Chinese manufacturer

  (Posted 09th October 2026)   Courtesy of Africa View Facts / LinkedIn     Kenya ?? has signed a Sh390 billion (US Dollars 3 billion) deal with Endelevu Enterprise Corporation, in partnership with Chinese automaker Geely, for a proposed electric vehicle manufacturing project. The plan includes local assembly of up to 50,000 four-wheel vehicles […]

7th Edition of the Diaspora Africa Conference just days away

  (Posted 09th October 2026)     I am thrilled to announce the 7th Edition of the Diaspora Africa Conference, themed “Homecoming: Bridging the Divide from Diaspora to Africa’s Future.” After six successful editions, the conference is going bigger than ever—three cities, eight days of impact! Lagos, Abuja, and Ghana will host this transformative event […]

Final 24 Hours | AI in Airports 2026

  (Posted 09th October 2026)   Early bird ends today Final 24 hours to save 20% Join airport leaders and industry innovators in London for practical insight, real airport case studies and peer-to-peer discussion. Book by Friday 9 October to secure the early-bird rate.   Book Now   When 1–2 December 2026 Where Park Plaza […]

New Holiday Inn® by IHG Study Reveals: Children Want Simpler Holidays Than Parents Think

  (Posted 09th October 2026)   86% of parents feel responsible for making family holidays special, yet nearly seven in ten believe children value small, carefree moments over major attractions or expensive experiences. Children already help shape family trips: 40% of parents actively seek their input, particularly on activities and excursions (70%) and food and […]

AFRAA SkyConnect |From Market Entry to Market Impact – FlyGabon’s Role in Strengthening Central Africa Connectivity| 14 Oct | 2:00pm EAT (11:00am UTC)

  (Posted 09th October 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. This October Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Mr. Nyl Moret-MBA, President and CEO – FlyGABON and AFRAA […]

TravelComments.com – Okavango Delta in November 2026: Weather, wildlife & travel tips

  (Posted 08th October 2026)     November marks the transition from the hot, dry season to Botswana’s summer rains. Temperatures in the Okavango Delta remain high, the first thunderstorms may arrive and the landscape gradually starts turning green. For travellers, November offers a very different experience from the peak safari months of July to […]

Digital Platform for Future-Ready ATM

  (Posted 09th October 2026)   Missed it Live? Watch the Replay. How can the aviation industry accelerate digital transformation in air traffic management? In a recent sponsored webinar on ICAO TV, José Ruiz Cristina and Antonio Roncero Muñoz of Indra Group shared insights into how Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) can address growing operational […]

The Africa Tourism Awards name the nominees for Travel Writer of the Year 2026

  (Posted 08th October 2026)     Meet the nominees for Travel Writer of the Year, recognising the storytellers shaping how Africa is seen, explored and experienced through the written word. – Harriet Akinyi Owala – kebba ansu manneh – Kofi Dotse – Kojo Bentum-Williams – Michael Turyakira – Mike Unwin – Sue Watt – […]

GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE DELIVERS ROBUST REVENUE AND LOYALTY GROWTH IN Q3 2026

  (Posted 08th October 2026)   Total revenue generated by GHA DISCOVERY members in Q3 2026  rose by 27% vs. 2025 to US$1.04 billion Cross-brand revenue surged 53% to US$168 million, highlighting the growing value of the alliance’s multi-brand loyalty ecosystem Revenue from direct bookings jumped 44% driving a lower cost of sale for hotels […]

Proflight Zambia set for more flights between Lusaka and Johannesburg

  (Posted 08th October 2026)     Proflight Zambia is adding 80 flights between Johannesburg and Lusaka for the holiday period, increasing travel options across the week, including three daily flights every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday as of 03rd of October. That means greater flexibility when planning festive-season family visits and quick year-end getaways. Johannesburg […]

Wajir / Kenya patient isolated over fears of haemmorrhagic fever

  (Posted 08th October 2026)     The patient admitted to a hospital in Wajir county with suspected haemmorrhagic fever has told authorities that he had been in Congo DR, where an Ebola outbreak had turned rampant over the past few months. The young man reportedly travelled from Eastern Congo via Uganda to Kenya as […]

Families In Kitgum Face Food Shortage As Drought, Elephants Raids Destroy Crops

  (Posted 08th October 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News     Caroline Ayugi, Uganda Radio Network (Uganda), October 6, 2026 Families in Kitgum District are facing food shortages after prolonged drought, elephant attacks, and cattle raids destroyed crops, while government relief has reached only six sub-counties. Residents say the 20 kilograms of posho […]

Mozambique | Elephants to be fitted with tracking collars in Chimanimani National Park

  (Posted 08th October 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Club of Mozambique (Mozambique), October 6, 2026 The process of fitting elephants with satellite tracking collars is set to launch in the coming days at Chimanimani National Park, an initiative aimed at monitoring the mammals, preventing human-wildlife conflict, and protecting herds against poachers. In […]

DNPW arrests 41 in wildlife crime crackdown

  (Posted 08th October 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Times of Zambia (Zambia), October 6, 2026 The Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) has arrested 41 suspects in 17 cases involving alleged wildlife crime and illegal forest trade across the country in September. Principal Public Relations Officer Nelly Banda Chewe said the […]

Safarilink responds to added competition with special offers

  (Posted 08th October 2026)   Safarilink, offering two flights a day between Nairobi’s Wilson Airport and Entebbe, has responded to the arrival of Jambojet by offering special deals for passengers booking their next flight to Kenya. Unlike Jambojet, which charges passengers for baggage and food on board, does Safarilink not charge for those two […]