Lake Natron, now connected with Auric Air
(Posted 27th August 2026) Auric Air is delighted to welcome Lake Natron as the newest destination on our network. Set beneath the dramatic presence of Ol Doinyo Lengai, Lake Natron is a place of striking beauty, extraordinary wildlife and unforgettable landscapes. From its shimmering waters and iconic pink flamingos to its volcanic surroundings and wide-open […]
RwandAir takes delivery of another Airbus A330-200
(Posted 27th August 2026) RwandAir has taken delivery of another Airbus A330-200, the first of five A330s the airline plans to add to its fleet as part of its long-haul expansion strategy. The new aircraft will boost passenger capacity on international routes and joins RwandAir’s existing A330-200 fleet. It will further strengthen […]
InterContinental reinforces commitment to restorative travel through extended worldwide partnership with Timeshifter
(Posted 27th Agust 2026) Every guest of InterContinental hotels and resorts can now seamlessly traverse time zones using Timeshifter’s pioneering jetlag-combatting technology, one of several initiatives to help overcome travel fatigue. InterContinental is extending its global partnership with Timeshifter, giving guests across its 242 hotels and resorts in almost 70 […]
EcoTourism Kenya announces the 2026 Ecowarrior Awards Longlist
(Posted 17th August 2026) Ecotourism Kenya is delighted to announce the Longlisted Nominees for the 18th Ecowarrior Awards 2026. We are pleased to have received strong applications across all the award categories. The Ecowarrior Awards are Ecotourism Kenya’s flagship initiative for recognizing and celebrating individuals, organizations, and businesses that demonstrate outstanding commitment to […]
TravelComments.com – From the Garden Route to Kruger National Park: New direct flights launch in November 2026
(Posted 26th August 2026) Travellers planning a Garden Route trip followed by a safari in the Kruger National Park will soon have a more convenient option. From 16 November 2026, Airlink will operate the first scheduled direct flights between Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) in Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) and Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cheetahs return to Eswatini after more than 35 years
(Posted 26th August 2026) Four cheetahs have been reintroduced to Eswatini, marking the return of the species to the Kingdom after an absence of more than 35 years. For travellers interested in wildlife, the reintroduction adds another potentially exciting species to Eswatini’s safari offering…. READ MORE
Advanced Air Mobility Workforce Readiness Forum
(Posted 26th August 2026) Courtesy of Just African Aviation Preparing the Human Capital for Africa’s Advanced Air Mobility Future As Advanced Air Mobility transitions from concept to reality, the critical challenge is no longer just the technology, it is the human capital required to make these ecosystems safe, sustainable and […]
Ambassador Dr. Alain St. Ange embarks on mission to Spain and the UK
(Posted 26th August 2026) Amb. Dr. Alain St.Ange is on his way to Spain and the UK on tourism working missions Amb. Dr. Alain St.Ange, the Ambassador At Large for the Republic of Seychelles is on his way to Alicante in Spain for a tourism conference that is set to bring together […]
The African Premiere of RHINO the movie
(Posted 26th August 2026) On 26 September 2026, Nairobi will host the African Premiere of RHINO – an engaging and powerful film narrated by Academy Award nominee Tom Hardy, telling the story of one of Africa’s most iconic species and the incredible rangers on the frontline fighting to protect it. As Kenya’s […]
LAM takes delivery of two Embraer E190
(Posted 26th August 2026) LAM has received two Embraer E190 regional jets in Maputo as part of its fleet renewal and restructuring programme. The aircraft, registered C9-AMA and C9-AMB, previously operated with KLM Cityhopper before being prepared in South Africa for delivery to Mozambique. Both jets carry the new Air Mozambique branding, […]
Africa is officially the fastest-growing aviation region in the world in 2026
(Posted 26th August 2026) With traffic up 10% and seat capacity expanding by 18.6%, the continent is seeing unprecedented demand. But operating across African airspaces presents unique infrastructure, ground support, and regulatory considerations that require real-time accuracy. From major continental hubs like Cairo (HECA), Addis Ababa (HAAB), Nairobi (HKJK), and Johannesburg (FAOR) to […]
AI in Airports 2026 – Mike Potter announced as keynote speaker
(Posted 16th August 2026) Speaker Announcement Mike Potter Former UK Government Chief Digital Officer Session focus: Keynote: Leading Through the AI Revolution Featured Speaker Hear how leaders can navigate the AI revolution Mike Potter, former UK Government Chief Digital Officer, will deliver a keynote on leading through the AI revolution […]
Kenya’s High Court just suspended the mandatory travel health insurance rule
(Posted 26th August 2026) Courtesy of Frank Tetzel / LinkedIn Kenya’s High Court has suspended the mandatory travel health insurance requirement for foreign visitors — for now. Good. The policy wasn’t just legally shaky, it also threatened to damage a sector that is economically too important for Kenya to burden with poorly […]
MGM Muthu Hotels Group has appointed Mr. Bhupendra Kumar as Regional Director
(Posted 26th August 2026) MGM Muthu Hotels Group has appointed Mr. Bhupendra Kumar as Regional Director, MGM Muthu Hotels, effective July 2026. Mr. Kumar joins MGM Muthu Hotels from Argyle Grand Hotel, Mombasa Road, Nairobi, where he served as the pioneer Group General Manager and played a key role in establishing the […]
Media Launch of the 5th Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism & Innovation Summi
(Posted 25th August 2026) he official Media Launch for the 5th Uganda–Kenya Coast Tourism & Innovation Summit will took place earlier today at Wapa Hall, Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kampala. This landmark initiative, driven by the Uganda Consulate General in Mombasa and key regional stakeholders, marks a major milestone in strengthening […]
TravelComments.com – SANParks Week 2026: Free entry to South African National Parks
(Posted 25th August 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) is once again offering free entry to participating national parks for South African day visitors during South African National Parks Week, which runs from 07 to 13 September 2026…. READ MORE
Who is killing elephants, buffaloes in Kibaale National Park / Uganda?
(Posted 25th August 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News New Vision (Uganda), August 24, 2026 Elephants and buffaloes are allegedly being killed, while the people behind the illegal hunting remain largely hidden. Before I left Kampala, he cautioned me of the adverse risks to my life and his.“I want you to come and […]
Illegal black-market trade threatening Nigeria’s 400 elephants
(Posted 25th August 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Glory Sunday, The Guardian (Nigeria), August 24, 2026 Conservationists have warned that continued habitat fragmentation, illegal wildlife trade and human-elephant conflicts are placing Nigeria’s remaining elephant population at serious risk, with implications for biodiversity, tourism and local livelihoods. They stressed the need for stronger […]
TravelComments.com – |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park: Sendelingsdrift Pontoon to reopen on 01 September 2026
(Posted 25th August 2026) Travellers planning a road trip through the |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park have an important update: the Sendelingsdrift Pontoon at the Sendelingsdrift border post is scheduled to reopen on 01 September 2026…. READ MORE
STEM School Accelerates Aviation Career Opportunities for Ethiopian Youth
(Posted 25th August 2026) The annual program organized by Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing provides students with training, job shadowing, career talks and field visits to aviation facilities. Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing have successfully concluded the fourth edition of their STEM School program, equipping grade 11 students with the skills and inspiration […]
WTM Africa 2027 Advances Skills Development for Women in Tourism
(Posted 25th August 2026) In honour of Women’s Month, WTM Africa is announcing early updates to its Women in Tourism (WiT) programme, running alongside WTM Africa 2027, from 07th to 09th of April 2027 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). The initiative will centre on strategic skills development, supporting women across […]
AFRAA Welcomes Global Airtech as Partner to Strengthen Aviation Component Support and Supply Chain Resilience Across Africa
(Posted 25th August 2026) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has officially admitted Global Airtech International as a Partner under its Partnership Programme, marking a significant step in strengthening the aviation component supply chain serving African carriers. The partnership reflects AFRAA’s ongoing drive to connect member airlines with world-class suppliers of parts, materials […]
AFRICA, ARE WE SO DESPERATE FOR INVESTMENT THAT WE ARE GIVING AWAY OUR LEGACY?
(Posted 24th August 2026) Courtesy of Rosebell Mugambi We are working very hard to attract foreign investment. Perhaps it is time we worked equally hard to measure what that investment actually leaves behind. Foreign direct investment into Africa reached a record $97 billion in 2024, according to UNCTAD. Tourism and hospitality are […]
KWS operation saves elephant trapped in Muchuro mud pit
(Posted 24th August 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Allan Kisia, The Star (Kenya), August 23, 2026 A female elephant has been rescued from a drying mud pit in Muchuro, Isiolo County, after spending nearly 24 hours trapped and unable to free herself. The dramatic rescue was carried out by the Kenya Wildlife […]
China banned ivory, but Vietnamese gangs keep the trade alive
(Posted 24th August 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Aidan Jones, South China Morning Post (China), August 22, 2026 Three months after leaving an inland port far up the Congo River, a consignment of timber arrived in Vietnam this summer concealing a secret it would take customs officials three weeks to uncover: nearly […]
Toxic substances seized, four farmers arrested over elephant deaths in Amboseli
(Posted 24th August 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Stanley Ngotho, Daily Nation (Kenya), August 23, 2026 A three-day intensive multi-agency operation in the Amboseli ecosystem has led to the arrest of four farmers, three men and a woman, suspected of involvement in the poisoning of elephants, as the death toll rises […]
TravelComments.com – Durban Beaches Update: All 23 beaches open for swimming
(Posted 24th Auigust 2026) If you’re planning a beach day in Durban, there is good news. All 23 beaches listed in the latest eThekwini Municipality update are open for swimming. The latest water-quality results, dated 19 August 2026, show generally good conditions, with most beaches recording excellent E. coli results…. READ MORE
#34 Cycling down the Nile with Uganda’s birdwatching pioneer Malcolm Wilson
(Posted 24th August 2026) Courtesy of Charlotte Beauvoisin, Publisher of Diary of a Muzungu and the East Africa Travel Pdocast #34 Cycling down the Nile with Uganda’s birdwatching pioneer Malcolm Wilson Sundays are a great day for catching up with travel podcasts In this week’s episode we’re back on the […]
Can Africa Consolidate Its Airlines?
(Posted 24th August 2026) Courtesy of Mr. Derek Nseko Africa has already tried to build the airline group it increasingly appears to need. More than once. There was East African Airways, jointly owned by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, flying an impressive network from East Africa to Europe and Asia before the […]
Jambojet confirms October 01 for Entebbe launch
(Posted 23rd August 2026) Jambojet’s management on Friday engaged with leaders from Uganda’s travel and tourism industry as they are now building momentum towards the re-launch of Jambojet’s Nairobi–Entebbe route from 1st October after a six year absence from Ugandan skies. Jam,bojet had in earlier years already successfully operated double daily flights from […]
