TravelComments.com – Jet Fuel Supply in Southern Africa: Will Middle East tensions affect flights?
(Posted 12th March 2026) The recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East has raised concerns about global oil supply and aviation fuel availability. Since jet fuel is refined from crude oil, disruptions to global shipping routes can quickly affect airline operations and ticket prices…. READ MORE
Air Seychelles gets government approval to resume long haul flights to Europe
(Posted 12th March 2026) Information was received from the Seychelles, that the government has approved plans by the national airline to resume long haul flights to Europe – something which was discontinued under the former partnership with Etihad Airways, Presently has Air Seychelles, in the face of the Middle East airspace closure, been […]
Air Cargo Enabled $157 Billion in Frontloaded Trade and Supported AI Growth in 2025
(Posted 12th March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today released a report, showing air cargo’s vital role in sustaining global trade and supporting economic growth in 2025 amid severe trade policy uncertainty. Two key report findings are that: Air cargo enabled the frontloading of $157 billion US imports in the first […]
AirTanzania announces upcoming flights to Seychelles
(Posted 12th March 2026) Air Tanzania has announced plans to launch scheduled flights from Dar es Salaam to Mahe / Seychelles Islands. While no date, nor frequency of the planned flights has yet been announced did the information generate excitement among the Seychellois tourism fraternity. Once the flights go underway will Air […]
Last Chance to Register for GISS 2026 – Deadline Approaching
(Posted 12th March 2026) Time is running out to secure your place at the ICAO Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS) 2026 Taking place 14–16 April 2026 in Marrakech, Morocco, the Symposium will bring together States, industry leaders, training organizations, financial partners, and technical experts to advance practical aviation implementation and strengthen partnerships across […]
Where the Delta Breathes: Ker & Downey Botswana Unveils Kanana Nyana, an Intimate New Camp in the Okavango
(Posted 12th March 2026) Opening 15 October 2026 – just four suites, a private concession, and some of the most extraordinary wildlife terrain in Africa. There are places in the Okavango Delta where time moves differently, measured not in hours but in the slow drift of a mokoro through […]
Last Booths at ATF26 – Secure Your Spot Now!
(Posted 12th March 2026) Last Booths at ATF26 Secure Your Spot Now! 26–27–28 OCTOBER 2026 The International Antalya Tourism Fair continues to grow each year as one of the strongest meeting points of the tourism industry on both national and international levels. Bringing together industry professionals, destination representatives, hotel groups, DMCs, […]
Aero Trail Ltd. shows the impact of the Gulf war on African airports
(Posted 12th March 2026) The ongoing Iran–US–Israel conflict has triggered global travel disruptions, with Cairo International Airport experiencing the most significant impact on the African continent. Earlier in February, snowstorms and labour strikes across Europe had already disrupted flights into Cairo, but the escalation of the conflict further reduced capacity, pushing the […]
TravelComments.com – Chapman’s Peak Drive Closures in March 2026: What travellers need to know
(Posted 12th March 2026) Travellers planning to drive the spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive in Cape Town during March 2026 should be aware of several temporary closures as scheduled engineering investigations take place along the route…. READ MORE
Important Update: Notice of Temporary Closure of Amboseli Main Airstrip
(Posted 12th March 2026) Important Update: Temporary Closure of Amboseli Main Airstrip (ASV) Air Kenya wishes to inform you that the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has officially notified us of the temporary closure of the Amboseli Main Airstrip from March 9, 2026 to May 8, 2026. This closure is due to flooding caused […]
IATA Highlights Three Priorities for Air Cargo
(Posted 11th March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry: Accelerating digitalization Strengthening global standards Enhancing safety and security “Air cargo plays a critical role in connecting businesses to global markets and keeping supply chains moving, even as the operating environment becomes […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Temporary shop hour changes in March 2026
(Posted 11th March 2026) Travellers planning a safari in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park during March 2026 should take note of temporary shop operating hour changes at several rest camps. According to South African National Parks (SANParks), the adjusted schedules are part of routine monthly stocktaking and will affect the camp shops at Nossob Rest Camp, Mata Mata Rest […]
Pika Aero and DGM France Win 2026 IATA CBTA Center Innovation Award
(Posted 11th March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Pika Aero and DGM France were each recognized as winners of this year’s IATA Competency-Based Training and Assessment Center (CBTA Center) Best Innovation Award. The award, presented during the 4th IATA CBTA Center Conference held alongside the 2026 IATA World Cargo Symposium […]
AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues on Beyond the Engine – How OEM partnerships are shaping airline performance in Africa | 11 March | 2:00pm EAT (11:00am UTC)
(Posted 11th March 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. The March Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Mr. Kaval Shah, Regional Sales Manager on Wednesday, 10 March […]
Africa’s hotel development pipeline hits record high as East Africa leads in construction momentum
(Posted 11th March 2026) 675 new African hotels and resorts in the pipeline as Africa records fastest inbound tourism growth globally The 2026 Hotel Chain Development Pipelines in Africa report by W Hospitality Group reveals a record 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels and resorts. This represents year-on-year growth of 18.6%, or […]
TravelComments.com – Durban Beaches Open for Swimming: Latest water quality update for travellers (09 March 2026)
(Posted 10th March 2026) Travellers heading to the coastline of Durban can currently enjoy the city’s famous beaches with confidence. The latest coastal water quality results released by the eThekwini Municipality on 09 March 2026 confirm that all 23 regularly monitored bathing beaches currently meet South Africa’s national recreational water safety standards…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Malaria in Southern Africa in April: What travellers should know
(Posted 10th March 2026) April marks the transition from the rainy summer months to the cooler autumn season in much of Southern Africa. While malaria transmission typically begins to decline compared with the peak months of January to March, travellers should not assume the risk has disappeared. In many safari regions and low-lying border areas, malaria remains […]
SADC reports concrete progress on regional tourism integration at ITB Berlin
(Posted 10th March 2026) Air access study, a visa harmonisation pilot and cross-border product development advance the SADC Tourism Programme 2020–2030’s ambition to exceed global tourism growth by 2030 As Angola took centre stage as the Official Host Country of ITB Berlin 2026, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat convened a stakeholder […]
Build Your Expertise in Air Transport Economics
(Posted 10th March 2026) Air Transport Professional Training Programme This training programme aims to equip professionals with the skills to understand, interpret, and apply the fundamental concepts and institutional considerations of international air transport economic regulation. It addresses these concepts at national, bilateral, and multilateral levels from the perspectives of policymakers, regulators, and […]
TravelComments.com – South African National Parks (SANParks) starts early season controlled burns in Kruger National Park
(Posted 10th March 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that a programme of controlled burns is currently underway in parts of Kruger National Park following several months of above-average rainfall…. READ MORE
IATA Releases 2025 Safety Report
(Posted 10th March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2025 Annual Safety Report demonstrating a solid year of safety performance with the following highlights: The all-accident rate of 1.32 per million flights (one accident per 759,646 flights) was better than the 1.42 recorded in 2024 but slightly above the 2021-2025 five-year […]
Elephants avoid humans far more than baboons, waterbucks or antelopes
(Posted 09th March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Gaby Clark & Robert Egan, Phys.Org (Britain), March 5 Wild animal species respond very differently to human development, and as a result, they use ecological corridors in agricultural and urban areas in distinct ways. This emerges from research in Botswana by ecologist Marlee […]
This Renowned Filmmaker Goes in Search of Africa’s Elusive Ghost Elephants
(Posted 09th March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Miguel A. Melendez, Mens Journal (U.S.), March 6, 2026 National Geographic’s Ghost Elephants is a feature documentary chronicling the search for Africa’s most elusive elephant. Directed, narrated, and written by legendary filmmaker Werner Herzog, Ghost Elephants follows National Geographic Explorer Steve Boyes, who […]
Namibia refuses to bow to global anti-hunting lobby
(Posted 09th March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Justicia Shipena, Windhoek Observer (Namibia), March 6, 2026 Environment, Forestry and Tourism minister Indileni Daniel says Namibia will continue to oppose international pressure from anti-hunting groups calling for a ban on trophy hunting. Daniel said such campaigns threaten the country’s conservation model and communal […]
Middle East Conflict Exposes Jet Fuel Supply Vulnerabilities
(Posted 09th March 2026) The conflict in the Middle East that escalated on 28 February 2026 has severely disrupted global energy flows, exposing deep vulnerabilities in jet fuel security. The Strait of Hormuz, which normally carries around 20% of the world’s oil supply, has become effectively impassable as tanker traffic collapsed by […]
TravelComments.com – Durban Beach Water Quality Update: 22 beaches safe for swimming
(Posted 08th March 2026) Travellers heading to the coast of Durban can largely enjoy the city’s famous beaches with confidence. The latest coastal water quality results released by the eThekwini Municipality on 04 March 2026 show that 22 of the 23 regularly monitored bathing beaches currently meet South Africa’s national recreational water safety standards…. READ MORE
Limited flights to Doha are now available
(Posted 08th March 2026) The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has given temporary authorisation for a limited operating corridor. Flights will be available on 8 March 2026 to Hamad International Airport from: London (LHR), Paris (CDG), Madrid (MAD), Rome (FCO), Frankfurt (FRA) and Bangkok (BKK).* These flights are only for passengers whose final […]
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TravelComments.com – Botswana: Moremi Game Reserve closed due to flooding after heavy rains
(Posted 07th March 2026) The Botswana Ministry of Environment and Tourism has announced the temporary closure of the Moremi Game Reserve for three weeks from 05 March 2026 following significant flooding caused by ongoing heavy rains across northern Botswana…. READ MORE
IATA Focus Africa to Spotlight Safety, Connectivity, and Operational Efficiency
(Posted 07th March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2026 edition of IATA Focus Africa Conference will convene under the theme ‘Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity, and Operational Efficiency in Africa’ in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 29-30 April 2026, hosted by Ethiopian Airlines. “Aviation has the potential to do much more to […]
