“It’s Not Funny”: Man Claps at Wild Elephant in Game Park, South Africans Furious Over Risky Stunt
(Posted 28th September 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Johana Mukandila, Briefly (South Africa), September 25, 2025 A video showing a man recklessly confronting a wild elephant has sparked outrage in South Africa, with many condemning his actions as irresponsible and dangerous. The incident has raised concerns about wildlife safety and the […]
WJC, NESREA sign landmark MoU to combat wildlife crime
(Posted 28th September 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Ngozi A. Nwankow, New National Protection (Nigeria), September 25, 2025 The Wildlife Justice Commission (WJC) and Nigeria’s National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen Nigeria’s response to organised wildlife crime. The MoU, signed […]
Wildlife Ambassador Dr Mnangagwa rallies unity on wildlife conservation
(Posted 28th September 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Blessings Chidakwa, Herald (Zimbabwe), September 24, 2025 WILDLIFE Ambassador, First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, has said wildlife conservation cannot be separated from livelihoods, food security, and the right of nations to benefit from their natural resources, urging diplomatic collective action and unity of […]
TravelComments.com – How tourists can get a VAT refund when leaving South Africa (2025 update)!
(Posted 27th September 2025) Foreign visitors to South Africa can claim back 15% VAT (Value Added Tax) on goods they take out of the country, provided the total value of purchases exceeds R250. Here’s your 2025 step-by-step guide to claiming your VAT refund quickly and hassle-free at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town and King Shaka International […]
Seychelles elections under dark cloud as Vice President ignores ‘cooling off’ period
(Posted 27th September 2025) An allegation has emerged that a voter at the English River Special Voting Station was given a pre-marked ballot paper, causing an immediate outcry by several parties and a demand for an instant investigation. The Electoral Commission has in fact confirmed the alleged incident and made efforts to […]
TravelComments.com – SANParks confirms localized anthrax cases in Kruger National Park – tourism remains safe!
(Posted 27th September 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed localized anthrax cases in the Kruger National Park. These cases are part of the disease’s natural cycle and pose an extremely low risk to visitors. Anthrax is endemic to the region, with sporadic outbreaks occurring annually – mostly in the… READ MORE
Ghana to host the AfCFTA’s Creatives Connect Afrika Festival
(Posted 26th September 2025) Register Now Click here to register for the inaugural Creatives Connect Afrika, a Festival and Forum spotlighting Africa’s creative industry as catalysts for continental integration under the AfCFTA! Don’t Miss Out Book your spot early for the AfCFTA Forum & Festival on Tourism, Creatives & Cultural Industries! Celebrating […]
Celebrate Excellence and Connect with Leaders: Nominations, Festivals, and Roadshows!
(Posted 26th September 2025) 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum & Awards We are thrilled to re-announce the ongoing Africa Tourism Leadership Awards 2025, a prestigious recognition program that honors outstanding individuals, , destinations and organizations across the African tourism industry value chain. The nominations are still open to welcome nominations from […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Matekenyane Lookout Point temporarily closed due to lioness with cubs!
(Posted 26th September 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the temporary closure of the Matekenyane Lookout Point in the southern region of Kruger National Park. The popular viewpoint has been closed to visitors after rangers confirmed the presence of a lioness with cubs in the immediate area. The decision was made to… READ […]
Royal Thai Air Force orders next generation Airbus A330 MRTT+
(Posted 26th September 2025) The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has ordered an Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport Plus (MRTT+). The A330neo-based evolution of the combat-proven, aerial refuelling and transport aircraft A330 MRTT, will be equipped with both the hose-and-drogue, and a boom, as refuelling systems. Also included is the […]
TravelComments.com – Netherlands: KLM adds more flights to Cape Town for Winter 2025/26!
(Posted 26th September 2025) Good news for travellers heading to South Africa! KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is increasing its flights between Schiphol Airport (AMS) in Amsterdam and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town for the upcoming Northern Hemisphere winter season (26 October 2025 – 28 March 2026). KLM will now operate… READ MORE
Snares remain a threat to wildlife in Hwange National Park
(Posted 25th September 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Obert Siamilandu, The Southern Eye (Zimbabwe), September 22, 2025 ZIMBABWE’S wildlife conservation efforts, celebrated across the world, have been hit by a new challenge with the emergence of an increasing use of snares against different animal species. According to the International Fund for Animal […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 25th September 2025) CCA IN THE NEWS Corporate Council on Africa Announces the Republic of Mauritius as Host of 2026 U.S.-Africa Business Summit Corporate Council On Africa New York, NYC – September 24, 2025 – The Corporate Council on Africa(CCA) and the Government of the Republic of Mauritius have the honor to […]
Tanzania is collaring elephants at Mkomazi National Park to avert Human-Wildlife clashes
(Posted 25th September 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Omega Mlay, Tanzania Times (Tanzania), September 20, 2025 Tanzania is embarking on the exercise of collaring elephants in the Mkomazi National Park in efforts to contain cases of human-wildlife conflict in the precinct. The Jumbo collaring project is being undertaken by the Arusha-based Tanzania […]
IATA World Passenger Symposium (WPS) / World Financial Symposium (WFS), 5-6 November 2025, Istanbul, Türkiye
(Posted 25th September 2025) It is a pleasure to invite you to attend the International Air Transport Association’s joint World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS) on 5–6 November 2025 in Istanbul, Türkiye, hosted by Turkish Airlines. Leaders across finance, technology, and passenger experience, including British Airways, Finnair, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, and Antom […]
World Gorilla Day: A Century of Conservation in Virunga
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TravelComments.com – Durban Beach Update: 21 beaches open for swimming
(Posted 25th September 2025) Durban – the vibrant coastal city of KwaZulu-Natal – continues to welcome visitors with its golden beaches, warm Indian Ocean waters, and subtropical climate, making it one of South Africa’s top year-round holiday destinations. To keep beachgoers safe and informed, the eThekwini Municipality regularly monitors water quality and provides updates on the status of Durban’s beaches and […]
Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa – Be Part of AFRAA’s 57th AGA, November 30 – 02 December, Luanda – Angola
(Posted 25th September 2025) Join us for the 57th Annual General Assembly (AGA) and Summit of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), hosted by TAAG Angola under the high patronage of the Government of Angola. This year’s theme: “Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa.” Why Attend? Insightful Discussions – Hear from airline CEOs & global aviation leaders. Exhibition […]
Where tourism helps protect Africa’s wildlife corridors
(Posted 25th September 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Lee-Ann Steyn, Getaway (South Africa), September22, 2025 Africa’s great migrations and seasonal movements rely on freedom of passage. Elephants crossing rivers, predators following prey, antelope moving to greener pastures — all depend on intact corridors that connect national parks and reserves. Yet fences, […]
TravelComments.com – Botswana/South Africa: Tlokweng Border Post temporarily closed!
(Posted 24th September 2025) The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) has announced the temporary closure of the Tlokweng Border Post, known on the South African side as the Kopfontein Border Post, on 24 September 2025. The closure is due to operational challenges and will affect all travellers, commuters, and cross-border trade for the day. The Tlokweng/Kopfontein […]
Maryline Zita Marie Declares for Lalyans Nouvo Sesel as Two SUM Candidates Formally Pledge Support to Alain St.Ange
(Posted 24th September 2025) Maryline Zita Marie, former Executive Committee Member of the Seychelles United Movement (SUM) and past Chairperson of its Women’s Organisation, has announced her support for Lalyans Nouvo Sesel and its presidential candidate, Alain St.Ange. In a meeting with Mr. St.Ange, she made clear that she no longer has […]
Seychelles Elections 2025 – campaigns end as election days loom large
(Posted 24th September 2025) For decades, the Red Party built a system where power was concentrated in the hands of a few, opportunities were unevenly shared, and many Seychellois were left behind. The TRNUC hearings exposed the lasting scars of that era — stories of lost land, silenced voices, and families denied justice. […]
World Spa Awards announces 2025 best in global spa and wellness
(Posted 24th September 2025) The global spa and wellness community has spoken and the World Spa Awards has revealed its 2025 winners. Following a year of exceptional global participation, the programme has honoured the world’s finest spa and wellness brands, recognising excellence and innovation across a wide range of experiences – from hotel and resort […]
Exciting sales team updates & a look ahead to WTM Africa 2026
(Posted 24th September 2025) As we head into the last quarter of 2025, we’re excited to share some updates about our sales team as we remain dedicated to ensuring you always receive the support you deserve. Effective 1 October 2025, here’s how our team will be assisting you: WTM […]
Smarter Mobility Africa to Announce its 2026 Host City Partner at CoMotion GLOBAL
(Posted 24th September 2025) Smarter Mobility Africa to Announce its 2026 Host City Partner at CoMotion GLOBAL in Riyadh, 7-9 December 2025 African cities to be spotlighted in Riyadh gathering Smarter Mobility Africa the continent’s flagship platform for transport and mobility transformation, has announced a strategic partnership with CoMotion GLOBAL, a leading international summit […]
Tourism – Kaspersky warns travellers: Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered attacks are targeting hotel guests
(Posted 24th September 2025) Between June and August 2025, Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) discovered a new wave of cyberattacks by a threat group called RevengeHotels, which targets hotels to gain access to guests’ payment information. The group has been operating since 2015 and has since upgraded its methods. The threat actor […]
Unstoppable Africa 2025: Africa’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ambitions and Digital Future Go Global
(Posted 24th September 2025) Global Africa Business Initiative highlights groundbreaking projects shaping Africa’s digital and financial future Major projects and initiatives that are set to position Africa at the heart of global innovation, notably the expansion of the continent’s AI infrastructure, were announced today at Unstoppable Africa 2025 in New York as […]
AI in Airports Summit confirms venue
(Posted 24th September 2025) 8-9 December 2025 | London Unlocking the Power of AI to Shape the Future of Airports Connect with peers, startups, and AI solution providers in a curated environment Venue The Artificial Intelligence in Airports summit will take place within the South Stand of the Allianz […]
558 students graduate from Africa’s Pathways to Space programme
(Posted 24th September 2025) The Future African Space Explorers STEM Academy (FASESA), in partnership with Boeing, celebrated the graduation of the second cohort of the Pathways to Space program at the Planetarium Dome in the Science Museum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Henok Teferra Shawl, Boeing managing director for Africa, said: “African youth […]
IATA Study Confirms that SAF Technology Rollout is Main Bottleneck to Net Zero, not Feedstock Availability
(Posted 24th September 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA), in partnership with Worley Consulting, has published a study demonstrating that sufficient sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feedstock exists to enable the airline industry to achieve net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. All feedstocks considered meet stringent sustainability criteria and do not lead to changes […]
