TravelComments.com – Camdeboo National Park: Lakeview Tented Camp closes temporarily for maintenance!
(Posted 31st May 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the Lakeview Tented Camp in the Camdeboo National Park will be closed from 02 June 2025 to… READ MORE
Magical Kenya – Signature Experiences
(Posted 31st May 2025) Kenya is not just a destination It’s an adventure of a lifetime. The Magical Kenya Signature Experiences (MKSE) brings you handpicked, heart-pounding activities that redefine what it means to explore. For the Bold & Brave: Mountain Trekking: Conquer the peaks of Mount Kenya, where every step rewards you with […]
TravelComments.com – Garden Route National Park: Island Lake reopens for recreation after blue-green algae closure!
(Posted 31st May 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the reopening of Island Lake in the Wilderness Section of the Garden Route National Park in South Africa’s Western Cape, effective… READ MORE
Aviation Leaders Assemble in New Delhi for IATA’s 81st AGM
(Posted 31st May 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that leaders of the global aviation industry are gathering for the 81st IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) which will take place in New Delhi, India from 1-3 June 2025. India’s Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, is expected to […]
Enter 2025 World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards!
(Posted 31st May 2025) Is your organisation a pioneer in creating a net positive future for travel and hospitality? If so, we invite you to participate in the 2025 World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards. Entry is free of charge and open until 30 June. KEY FACTS 30 categories covering full range of sustainable […]
Air Cargo Demand up 5.8% in April
(Posted 31st of May 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2025 global air cargo markets showing: • Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 5.8% compared to April 2024 levels (+6.5% for international operations). • Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 6.3% compared […]
RHINO CHARGE 2025 – SCRUTINEERING UNDERWAY IN HISTORIC BARINGO RETURN
(Posted 30th May 2025) Final preparations are well underway for the 36th edition of the Rhino Charge, with scrutineering having officially kicked off this morning in the spectacular, fossil-strewn wilderness of Saimo Soi, Baringo North. This year’s edition marks a historic return to Baringo County—renowned for its rugged landscapes and rich cultural tapestry—as […]
TravelComments.com – Air Tanzania launches new Zanzibar Johannesburg service via Dar es Salaam!
(Posted 30th May 2025) Air Tanzania, the national carrier of Tanzania, is expanding its regional network with a new flight service connecting Zanzibar and Johannesburg. Starting 10 June 2025, the airline will operate twice-weekly flights between Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) in Zanzibar and OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa. The new route will operate on a triangular schedule, with […]
ICAO Aviation Climate Week 2025
(Posted 30th of May 2025) The ICAO Aviation Climate Week 2025 will take place from 2 to 4 June at their headquarters in Montréal. Registration for virtual and in-person attendance will remain open until 5 pm EST tomorrow. Secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eagY2Qxe As ICAO gears up for next week, they expressed their […]
Nigeria: Wildlife protection bill scales third reading
(Posted 30th May 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Chinedum Uwaegbulam, The Guardian, May 29, 2025 The House of Representatives, yesterday, passed its third and final reading of the Endangered Species Conservation and Protection Bill, awaiting the concurrence of the Senate. The historic bill, championed by the Federal Ministry of Environment […]
Kenya Wildlife Service arrest 3 Wildlife Traffickers, Seizes 6 Elephant Tusks
(Posted 30th May 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Wiltord Otieno, The Kenya Times, May 29, 2025 A joint team of law enforcement officers drawn from Mbeere South-based detectives and Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers has arrested three wildlife traffickers and recovered six elephant tusks. Michael Kariuki Kithaka, Morris Kariuki Njuki, and […]
All set for Rhino Charge scrutineering in Saimo-Soi
(Posted 30th May 2025) The rugged landscapes of Saimo-Soi in Baringo North are set to come alive this weekend as the 36th edition of Kenya’s legendary Rhino Charge kicks off with scrutineering on Friday, 30th May. A total of 64 vehicles, including a groundbreaking electric entry (Car No. 29), will undergo rigorous technical inspections to ensure compliance […]
Royal Senchi Hotel Partners with Akwaaba for 2025 Accra Weizo
(Posted 30th May 2025) The prestigious Royal Senchi Hotel & Resort has announced its partnership with Akwaaba African Travel Market for the 8th edition of the Accra Weizo Travel Conference, set to take place on Friday, June 27, 2025, in Accra, Ghana. This year’s edition will feature the West Africa Tour Operators Summit […]
Passenger Growth Accelerates to 8% in April
(Posted 30th May 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 8.0% compared to April 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 6.5% year-on-year. The April load factor […]
Baringo North Unveiled as Host of Rhino Charge 2025
(Posted 29th May 2025) The cat is out of the bag! The long-anticipated secret location of the 36th edition of the Rhino Charge, Kenya’s iconic off-road motorsport fundraiser for environmental conservation, has finally been revealed. Saimo-Soi, a remote and breathtaking area in Baringo North Constituency, is the venue for the 2025 Charge, bringing […]
Ethiopian Airlines offers increased baggage allowance, double air miles for new Lagos flights
(Posted 29th May 2025) The 14 weekly flights from Lagos do not just offer more flights, it comes with extra benefits. More baggage allowance, “You can also get double double miles if you fly with us,” says the Area Manager of Ethiopian Airlines Mrs. Firiehiwot Mekonnen. The extra baggage allowance is for passengers […]
Air Niugini discloses order for two more Airbus A220s
(Posted 29th May 2025) Air Niugini, the national carrier of Papua New Guinea, has signed a firm order with Airbus for two more latest generation single-aisle A220-100s. This follows an initial order in 2023 for six aircraft. In addition, the carrier has lease agreements signed for three A220-300s from US-based lessor Azorra. The […]
Tarime Aerodrome Closure: Update
(Posted 29th May 2025) Following our previous communication on April 16th 2025, regarding the temporary closure of Tarime Aerodrome for maintenance works, we foresee a situation where the airstrip might not re-open on June 1st 2025 due to continued heavy rains in the area. As a result, we will be contacting passengers […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 29th May 2025) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS ATIDI and RELP Sign MOU to Catalyze Renewable Energy Investment in Africa Aditi.com The African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) and the Global Renewable Mass Adoption Program ASBL (RELP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to unlock investments in renewable energy projects […]
African Economic Outlook 2025—Africa’s short-term outlook resilient despite global economic and political headwinds
(Posted 29th May 2025) With the right policies, Africa has the potential to mobilize an additional $1.43 trillion in domestic resources from both tax and non-tax revenue sources, and curbing leakages Africa’s economy is projected to increase from 3.3 percent growth in 2024 to 3.9 percent in 2025, reaching 4 percent […]
Voting opens for 2025 World Spa Awards
(Posted 29th May 2025) The 2025 World Spa Awards, the most prestigious programme in the global spa and wellness industry, is now officially open for voting. Industry professionals, media and consumers alike are invited to cast their votes across a wide range of categories, including the newly-introduced ‘World’s Best Longevity Programme’. Voting runs until […]
Meru National Park in Transition: Preserving a Wild Legacy in a Changing Climate
(Posted 28th May 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Andi Cross, Earth.org In the heart of Kenya’s Meru National Park, a landscape of raw beauty and untamed wilderness sets the stage for a remarkable conservation story. From the iconic Elsa the lioness to the dedicated work of modern-day stewards like […]
Ecobank named Best Bank in Africa 2025 in Global Finance Awards
(Posted 28th May 2025) Ecobank, the leading private pan-African financial services Group which has unrivalled African expertise, is delighted to have been named Best Bank in Africa 2025 in Global Finance’s World’s Best Banks 2025 Awards. The Awards also selected Ecobank Gambia and Ecobank Togo as the Best Banks 2025 in their respective […]
IPT Africa Joins the Canada-Africa Chamber of Business to Strengthen Cross-Border Trade Between Canada and Africa
(Posted 28th May 2025) IPT Africa’s platform addresses these issues with same-day or next-day settlement The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business is proud to welcome IPT Africa, a leading pan-African cross-border payment and collections platform, as its newest member. Headquartered in Mauritius, IPT Africa empowers global businesses to operate seamlessly across the African continent. […]
Hyatt’s Brand Footprint in Africa Set for 50% Rooms Growth by End of 2030
(Posted 28th May 2025) This expansion plan follows a significant 51% rooms growth across the region in the past two years, with openings in Kenya, Morocco, Egypt and Zimbabwe Hyatt announced that Hyatt expects around 50% rooms growth across new and existing markets in Africa by the end of 2030. In the […]
AFRAA – OAG: From Insight to Altitude: Powering African Aviation with Intelligence
(Posted 28th May 2025) Reliable, real-time data is no longer a luxury in today’s aviation landscape, it is a strategic asset. As part of our continued efforts to enhance decision-making, safety, and growth across the continent, AFRAA has partnered with OAG, one of the world’s most trusted aviation data providers. Key highlights […]
Introducing the AYITIS Top 20 Finalists
(Posted 28th May 2025) Introducing the 7th Africa Youth in Tourism in Innovation Summit & Challenge Top 20 Finalists Join us in congratulating these exceptional young talents whose innovative projects stood out amongst a highly competitive pool of applicants. They are set to showcase their solutions at the AYTIS 2025 Summit […]
NEW SATELLITE CONNECTIVITY SERVICE KEEPS AIRPORTS ONLINE
(Posted 27th May 2025) SITA Managed Satellites delivers reliable, secure communication in over 130 countries, even during blackouts and emergencies In an industry where every second of downtime can disrupt passengers and delay operations, a new satellite service is helping airports and airlines stay connected, no matter what. With the launch […]
The World’s Largest Tech Show Brand, GITEX, Unveils Expansion into Kenya
(Posted 27th May 2025) Ai Everything Kenya x GITEX Kenya to debut as East Africa’s largest AI and innovation ecosystem event from 19–21 May 2026 in Nairobi As Kenya invests heavily in key economic growth and national resilience drivers, from digital infrastructure and AI factories to hyperscale data centres and green […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 21, 2025
(Posted 26th May 2025) Introduction. The 11th African Flight Procedure Programme (AFPP) Steering Committee meeting took place in Lusaka, Zambia, from May 21 to 23, 2025. Hosted by the Zambia Civil Aviation Authority (ZCAA) in partnership with the African Civil Aviation Commission AFCAC and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), […]
