#KaribuKiliFair2024 – 40 days to go for the launch of East Africa’s largest tourism fair
(Posted 30th April 2024) FAM TRIPS 2024 NOW AVAILABLE ! Just 40 days to go ! Sign up TODAY and become one of our 450+ excited Exhibitors who will showcase their products from June 7-9, 2024 on 35,000 sqm exhibition area. OR become a registered buyer instead, with access to party, dedicated […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 17, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 30th April 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech In the previous week, Africa witnessed the convening of two significant conferences. Additionally, three nations unveiled their aviation statistics, revealing a notable growth in passenger numbers. Moreover, new bilateral air service agreements and partnerships were forged, accompanied by announcements […]
#BrusselsAirlines’ ambitious full-year target remains despite setback in Q1 due to strike threats
(Posted 30th April 2024) Brussels Airlines closes the first quarter of 2024 with an adjusted EBIT of -58 million euros. A negative first quarter is not exceptional in the airline industry, as travel demand is traditionally lower the first months of the year. Although the first quarter of 2024 is weaker than the […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 30th April 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
$4 Trillion is New Annual Financial Target to Save Sustainable Development Goals, says African Development Bank’s Adesina
(Posted 30th April 2024) Adesina also spotlighted the African Development Bank’s strategic High 5 program as a cornerstone for progress, as underscored by an independent analysis by the United Nations Development Program African Development Bank Group President Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina has emphasized the critical need for significantly increased financing to meet […]
Africa Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Forum Welcomes Rugby Africa President
(Posted 30th April 2024) In partnership with the International Finance Corporation, the Africa CEO Forum is the largest annual gathering of the African private sector The President of Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com), the continental governing body of Rugby across Africa, Herbert Mensah, will explore the business of sport in a panel discussion at […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways delays intercontinental route expansion!
(Posted 30th April 2024) The interim Chairman of South African Airways (SAA), Derek Hanekom, recently said in an interview with South African television news broadcaster eNCA (eNews Channel Africa) that SAA’s plans to extend intercontinental flights beyond Perth in Australia have to be delayed by a couple of years unless… READ MORE
#ATHW2024 – Situation update
(Posted 30th April 2024) Join prominent industry players for an engaging day dedicated to networking and fostering significant connections in the Tourism industry and related sectors. Whether it’s pursuing joint ventures, gaining industry knowledge, or broadening your network, this event promises fruitful interactions in a vibrant atmosphere. Secure your spot by registering […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Nine beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 29th April 2024) The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has released updated lists of beaches that are currently (as of 26 April 2024) open and safe for swimming, closed for swimming and of swimming pools that are currently open to the public. According to the […]
Africa enters epic global Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation race
(Posted 29th April 2024) AI Everything Expo by GITEX AFRICA 2024 centres world’s attention on continent’s booming US$17 billion AI phenomenon The AI mania that’s transforming business, government and society globally is also igniting waves of innovation across Africa, with the shape-shifting tech’s existential prospects powering a cross-continental investment surge at […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 29th April 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
NAMIBIA GETS READY TO WELCOME AFRICA YOUTH AND WOMEN IN TOURISM
(Posted 29th April 2024) Slated to take place from 28th to 31st of May 2024 in Windhoek, Namibia, the 2024 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit will welcome over 500 youth and women in tourism from across the African continent. Hosted by the Namibia Ministry of Environment Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), the […]
Qatar Airways to participate in ATM Dubai 2024
(Posted 29th April 2024) Sama 2.0 embodies the future of travel technology, raising the bar for exceptional, world-class service and hospitality across the global travel and tourism sector Qatar Airways, the multiple award-winning airline, will participate in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai, offering visitors the chance to meet and engage […]
Discover Belgian castles in spring and fly with #BrusselsAirlines to Belgium
(Posted 27th April 2024) Brussels Airport is the home base of #BrusselsAirlines Discover Belgian castles Are you visiting Belgium anytime soon? Then don’t skip out on the numerous castles scattered across the country! The castle of Groot-Bijgaarden, for instance, is celebrating spring with the Floralia festivities until the beginning of May. The castle is located […]
Tourism – Water for the future: Tangiers takes steps to secure its blue gold
(Posted 27th April 2024) The white city of Tangiers wakes gently at daybreak. Schoolchildren mill up and down the main streets of the old town, the medina, crossing paths with the crowd heading to offices and a few morning tourists. Overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar at the northern tip of Morocco, Tangiers is […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Sufficient water in the Fish River Canyon for the upcoming hiking season!
(Posted 27th April 2024) The Namibian Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), in collaboration with Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), have announced that there is sufficient water in the Fish River Canyon for the upcoming hiking season (01 May 2024 – 15 September 2024 (?)). Like in the previous year,… READ MORE
Record-breaking WTM Africa 2024 signals surging interest in African tourism
(Posted 26th April 2024) World Travel Market Africa (WTM Africa) wrapped up its 2024 edition with record-breaking numbers, demonstrating a significant surge in global interest towards African travel and tourism. This year saw a 40% jump in buyers compared to 2023, solidifying the event's status as the continent's leading travel trade show. WTM […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 26th April 2024) CCA IN THE NEWS U.S.-Africa Business Summit: Confirmed African Heads Of Government And U.S. Government Officials GNN Liberia With just days remaining until the registration deadline, Corporate Council on Africa (CCA), organizers of the 2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit urge interested participants to secure their spots before the registration closes […]
African Development Fund to provide a partial credit guarantee to support the financing of green and sustainable initiatives
(Posted 26th April 2024) The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund, the concessional lending arm of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org), has approved a partial credit guarantee to support Rwanda’s mobilisation of financing to implement green and social initiatives. The Partial credit guarantee for mobilisation of sustainable financing for Rwanda […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 26th April 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – South Africa: LIFT temporarily suspends one of its daily routes to Durban!
(Posted 26th April 2024) South African domestic airline LIFT has announced that it will temporarily discontinue one of its daily routes to Durban in KwaZulu-Natal. During the upcoming winter period, the airline will suspend its service between King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban and… READ MORE
Celebrate East Africa’s Beauty by staying at Angama Amboseli
(Posted 26th April 2024) Angama Amboseli, which officially opened in November 2023 in Kenya’s breath-taking Kimana Sanctuary overlooking Mount Kilimanjaro, is delighted to announce its full menu of on-site guest experiences in Kenya’s first community-owned conservancy. Promising conscious travellers an exhilarating array of immersive adventures through Amboseli, the Chyulu Hills and Tsavo […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Gate structure at Mopani Rest Camp is undergoing maintenance and upgrades!
(Posted 26th April 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has informed the public that the gate structure at Mopani Rest Camp in Kruger National Park is currently undergoing maintenance and upgrades. The gate itself will… READ MORE
Airbus reports First Quarter (Q1) 2024 results
(Posted 26th April 2024) 142 commercial aircraft delivered Revenues € 12.8 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 0.6 billion EBIT (reported) € 0.6 billion; EPS (reported) € 0.76 Free cash flow before customer financing € -1.8 billion 2024 guidance unchanged Airbus SE (stock exchange symbol: AIR) reported consolidated financial results for its First Quarter (Q1) […]
Jean-Raymond Boulle appointed Vice Chairman of the Board of Corporate Council on Africa
(Posted 25th April 2024) The Corporate Council on Africa has announced theappointment of Jean-Raymond Boulle as the new Vice Chairman of the Board,effective 21th of March, 2024. He succeeds John Olajide who served as Vice Chairman before becoming Chairman of the CCA Board in January this year. Since the establishment of the CCA […]
World premiere: Brussels Airlines and Tomorrowland present aircraft with augmented reality in new livery
(Posted 25th April 2024) Brussels Airlines and Tomorrowland proudly present “Amare”, the newest Belgian Icon. Amare represents unity for people all over the world. ? The brand-new Airbus A320neo’s livery features augmented reality, a world-first. Both partners also ramp-up efforts to make the Tomorrowland-flights more sustainable. During an event in Brussels Airlines’ […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: FlyNamibia launches flights to Botswana!
(Posted 25th April 2024) Namibian domestic and regional carrier FlyNamibia is set to launch flights to Botswana. The airline will operate three weekly direct flights on Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays between Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) in Windhoek and… READ MORE
Africa Tourism Forum – Register Now
(Posted 25th April 2024) Dear Tourism Professionals You can create your entrance card for Africa Tourism Forum 2024, which will take place on May 20-21, 2024, online by clicking the button below! REGISTER NOW After completing your registration form, your registration will be sent to you by e-mail. It is […]
Africa’s $824 billion debt burden and opaque resource-backed loans hinder its potential
(Posted 25th April 2024) Africa’s immense economic potential is being undermined by non-transparent resource-backed loans that complicate debt resolution and compromise countries’ future growth, African Development Bank President Akinwumi Adesina (www.AfDB.org) said on Thursday. “I think it’s time for us to have debt transparency accountability and make sure that this whole thing […]
TravelComments.com – Livingstone: Public WiFi launched on the Zambian side of the #VictoriaFalls!
(Posted 25th April 2024) A new public WiFi service is now available in Livingstone on the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls. The new service was launched on 23 April 2024 by the Zambian Minister of Tourism, Rodney Sikumba, and Constance Nalishebo Muleabai, the Mayor of Livingstone. The public Wi-Fi service is powered by the Zambia […]
