Less than 1 week for a new Airport Management & Operations certificate
(Posted 21st September 2024) Get an IATA Airport Management & Operations certificate in less than 1 week Say yes to success with an IATA Airport Management & Operations certificate! Continuous learning is essential in an industry that evolves so fast like aviation. And there’s no better way to demonstrate your know-how of […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Free entry to Nature Reserves!
(Posted 20th September 2024) The City of Cape Town has announced that it is offering free entry to its Nature Reserves in Cape Town from 20 September 2024 to… READ MORE
Training flight out of Wilson Airport ends in crash
(Posted 19th September 2024) Image courtesy of social media sources A Cessna 152, after taking off from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport, crashed soon afterwards inside the Nairobi National Park. The aircraft is registered as 5Y-PSJ, MSN 15283169, owned and operated by the West Rift Aviation School and sustained substantial damage as it overturned during […]
TravelComments.com – Addo Elephant National Park: Full power shutdown in Addo Main Camp!
(Posted 19th September 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that there will be a full power shutdown in Addo Main Camp in Addo Elephant National Park overnight from 23:00 today (19 September 2024) to at least… READ MORE
Uganda Airlines fleet set to double over the next 5 years
(Posted 18th September 2024) After witnessing rapid growth over the past five years – apart from the pandemic enforced downtime – Uganda Airlines is presently weighing options for the next phase of its fleet development. Starting with four CRJ900s in August 2019, the airline then took delivery of two A330Neos in December 2020 […]
Nigerian Tourism Minister continues her advocacy
(Posted 19th September 2024) Recently the Minister of Tourism Mrs. Lola Ade-John has been engaging in a massive advocacy to grow tourism in Nigeria. She met with the Minister of Transport, Alhaji Said Alkali to work on modalities to improve domestic tourism in Nigeria using the rails and road infrastructure. The Tourism […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Airlink increases flights between Johannesburg and Beira (Mozambique)!
(Posted 19th September 2024) South African regional carrier Airlink increases its service between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Beira Airport (BEW) in Beira, Mozambique. Effective today (18 September 2024),… READ MORE Adds ATCNews: Meanwhile has Airlink choosen Accelya’s FLX Select for Modern Retailing Transformation Airlink has signed a multi-year agreement with Accelya to become the first customer of FLX […]
15th General Assembly of the African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) ends in success
(Posted 19th September 2024) From 02nd to 06th of September 2024, the 15th General Assembly of the African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) (www.UAR-AUB.org) was held in Gaborone, Botswana, with the theme “The future of African media in the face of the challenges of new technologies and climate change.” This meeting was marked by strategic […]
Direct route to Uganda’s north cut as Karuma bridge closes for several months
(Posted 19th September 2024) Effective next Monday, 23rd September, will the Karuma bridge, northern Uganda’s lifeline to the rest of the country, be closed for all traffic to facilitate major repair work. The bridge has for four months now been closed for heavy vehicles and busses, allowing saloon cars and motorcycles to […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 19th September 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Nigeria begins AI push with Google-backed fund Semafor LAGOS — Nigerian officials are banking on a new investment fund for artificial intelligence backed by Google to accelerate interest in deploying the technology… Read More>> Visa grants Safaricom payment facilitator certificate IT Web Africa Visa, a […]
Seychelles joins as one to bid farewell to Guy Rene Ah-Moye
(Posted 18th September 2024) The much loved General Practitioner / Physician (b1940; q1966 MB BS Lond / Barts, MRCP, FRCGP), died from sarcoma on 13 July 2024 and was put to rest in Seychelles yesterday as a large crowd of family, friends and mourners had come together for a final farewell. Dr. […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: One of Africa’s largest maritime museums opens in Lüderitz!
(Posted 18th September 2024) Namibia’s first even maritime museum, the Namibia Maritime Museum in the coastal town of Lüderitz, will officially open to the public on 01 October 2024. The museum, which is one of Africa’s largest maritime museums, is located in the historic Lüderitz Old Power Station (LOPS) from 1911. It covers 2,000m² and features… READ MORE
Africa commercial fleet to more than double driven by single-Aisle Jet demand through 2043
(Posted 18th September 2024) – Demand over next 20 years for 1,170 new airplanes highlights region’s potential – Over 70% of projected deliveries will be single-aisle airplanes As Africa’s young and growing population seeks new opportunities to travel, the region’s commercial airplane fleet is projected to more than double by 2043, according […]
RX Africa: International Events’ Untapped Potential
(Posted 18th September 2024) Global Exposure: Events like FAME Week Africa and Comic Con Africa draw international stars like Steve Harvey, who not only participate, but share their experiences with millions of fans, elevating South Africa’s profile on the global stage. Business Travel Boom: Business events, such as the upcoming G20 Summit in 2025, offer […]
Airlink takes delivery of four Embraer E175 Aircraft
(Posted 18th September 2024) Falko Regional Aircraft Limited (Falko) has completed the delivery of four Embraer E175 aircraft on lease to Airlink, South Africa’s premier independent regional carrier. The aircraft were delivered on behalf of Falko managed fund, Falko Regional Aircraft Opportunities Fund II (Fund II) with the first two deliveries […]
TravelComments.com – Rwanda: RwandAir suspends flights between Kigali Cape Town!
(Posted 18th September 2024) The flag carrier airline of Rwanda, RwandAir, has announced the suspension of flights between Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Kigali and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa. According to the airline, the suspension becomes effective on… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town International Airport (CPT): Cape Town e-hailing drivers to strike on 17 September 2024!
(Posted 17th September 2024) Due to planned strike action by the Western Cape E-Hailing Association (WCEA) on 17 September 2024, the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is recommending passengers to allow extra time when heading to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town and to complete online check-in before departure. ACSA is also encouraging passengers to… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Free entry to selected Iziko museums on Heritage Day 2024!
(Posted 17th September 2024) Iziko Museums of South Africa will be celebrating South Africa’s diverse cultural heritage and identities with the in_herit Festival 2024, which will be filled with activities for everyone! During the festival, curious minds and culture lovers can expect public conversations and traditional dance performances, exhibition opening and behind-the-scenes tours, planetarium shows, puppet […]
TATO takes issue with Zanzibar’s new mandatory insurance scheme for tourists
(Posted 17th September 2024) As reported by ATCNews some time ago, has the Zanzibar government demanded that foreign visitors to the island must now purchase a travel insurance, exclusively from a local provider and regardless of already having a relevant insurance policy. #Zanzibar introduces mandatory travel insurance for inbound tourists As ATCNews […]
African Parks – why they track species
(Posted 17th September 2024) As we work to protect Africa’s diverse ecosystems, advancements in tracking technology are providing valuable insights into the behaviours of some of the continent’s most threatened and elusive species. Collecting and analysing these data, we gain a deeper understanding of species patterns—where they go, why they move, the […]
GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE EXPANDS ITS FOOTPRINT IN POPULAR TOURISM DESTINATIONS
(Posted 17th September 2024) · Expands presence in Norway, the UAE, Malaysia & Greece · Adds 32 hotels to the GHA portfolio · Mix of resort and city hotels reaffirm GHA’s leadership in upscale and luxury positioning Four new prestigious regional hotel brands have joined the fast-growing Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), expanding its presence in some of the […]
WTM Africa 2025 to ‘Ignite Africa’
(Posted 17th September 2024) RX Africa today announced “Ignite Africa” as the official theme for its WTM Africa 2025 event, taking place from 9 to 11 April in the Host City of Cape Town at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). Next year, WTM Africa promises a revamped format with a […]
Qatar Airways Launches Four Additional Flights from Amsterdam
(Posted 17th September 2024) The four additional weekly flights will begin from 12th of November 2024 until 29th of March 2025, following increased demand from passengers travelling from the Dutch capital to sun-soaked destinations Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline as voted by Skytrax in 2024, is growing its operations in […]
Lucky escape for Cessna Grand Caravan passengers as take off fails
(Posted 16th September 2024) Image courtesy of social media /@omwambaKE 10 passengers plus one pilot on board a Cessna Grand Caravan had a lucky escape after their aircraft failed to take off at Lichota Airstrip in Migori earlier today. The C208B, registered in Kenya as 5Y-ZBW, MSN 208B0409, owned and operated by Boskovic […]
Webinar with STTA this Wednesday – Charlotte Beauvoisin in attendance
(Posted 16th September 2024) Is your digital marketing aligned with responsible tourism? REGISTER now for the WEBINAR this Wednesday September 18th. It’s time to shift the focus from basic marketing tips to critical questions that have been overlooked for too long: Is digital marketing supporting responsible tourism? Are sustainable tourism marketers using digital tools […]
Uganda Airlines – now all attention is on the Lusaka – Harare launch
(Posted 16th September 2024) With the launch of flights from Entebbe, via Lagos, to Abuja successfully concluded are all eyes now on the upcoming inaugural flight to Lusaka and on to Harare. Due to take off for the first time on the 25th of September, will those two new destinations be served […]
Are you attending the AfCFTA Virtual Workshop on Tourism Services
(Posted 16th September 2024) The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is pleased to invite you to a Virtual Capacity Building Workshop on Tourism Services, taking place on September 18-19, 2024. About AfCFTA The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) aims to boost intra-African trade and Africa’s global position by […]
You are invited to the launch of the Africa Tourism Innovation Hub
(Posted 16th September 2024) You are invited to attend the Launch of the Africa Tourism Innovation Hub, a landmark event aimed at transforming Africa’s tourism sector through technology and innovation. Theme Leveraging Technology and Innovation to Transform Africa’s Tourism Sector The event brings together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers, including: Prof […]
Zimbabwe proposes culling Elephants
(Posted 16th September 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Columbus Mavhunga , VOA Zimbabwe Zimbabwe’s government said Thursday it is considering a proposal to cull its elephant population to address food shortages and reduce the effects of an El Nino-induced drought. “Zimbabwe has more elephants than our forests can […]
Akwaaba Organisers commend Nigerian Immigration
(Posted 16th September 2024) The organizers of Akwaaba African Travel Market have commended the Nigerian Government for the support and prompt resolution of the visa issues for its foreign delegates. In a WhatsApp message to tourism stakeholders, the organizer Ambassador Ikechi Uko shared his relief that the knotty issue of Nigerian visa […]
