frica Tech Festival 2024 showcases innovation across Africa’s technology ecosystem
(Posted 19th November 2024) Organised by Informa Tech, the Africa Tech Festival’s anchor events –AfricaCom, AfricaTech, and AfricaIgnite – along with the AI Summit Cape Town Over 15,000 attendees were welcomed to the 27th annual Africa Tech Festival by South African Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Hon. Solly Malatsi. The Department is […]
Newmark Hotels opens lodge in Uganda
(Posted 18th November 2024) Newmark Hotels marked earlier this month opened their Gorilla Heights Lodge in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park at Nkuringo. The luxury lodge marks Newmark’s entry into the Ugandan gorilla trekking market, providing an exclusive experience that combines high-end accommodations with breathtaking wildlife encounters in one of Africa’s most […]
#AFRAA AGA gets top level attention from #IATA
(Posted 18th November 2024) IATA Director-General, Willie Walsh, addresses the AFRAA AGA Good morning colleagues, friends, and honoured guests. All protocols observed. Thank you to Eng. Yehia Zakaria, Chairman and CEO of Egyptair and President of AFRAA, and to Abderahmane Berthe, Secretary General of AFRAA for the kind invitation to address you […]
Africa Investment Forum: Top African Investors Gather in Casablanca Ahead of 2024 Market Days
(Posted 18th November 2024) Market Days is a three-day annual event that brings together project sponsors, financiers, governments and other key stakeholders to advance deals toward close A group of top African investors made a stop in Casablanca, Morocco, on Tuesday, November 12 to mobilise Moroccan investors and business leaders […]
Stray elephant kills Nwoya farmer outside Murchison Falls National Park
(Posted 18th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Christopher Nyeko, New Vision Sam Opiyo, a 53-year-old peasant farmer has been confirmed dead after he was trampled over by an adult elephant.The elephant ambushed him as he worked in his garden in Pakawera village, Langele parish, Koch-Lii sub-county, Nwoya district.The village […]
Dr. Carmen Nibigira – RIP
(Posted 17th November 2024) News just broke about the sad passing of Dr. Carmen Nibigira and the Tourism Industry of Eastern, Central and Western Africa have been messaging each other with shock and surprise. Those who’ve been in the industry long know Dr. Carmen Nibigira, pioneer CEO of the East Africa Tourism Platform, […]
TravelComments.com – East London: One of the city’s most popular beaches is temporarily closed!
(Posted 17th November 2024) The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality in South Africa’s Eastern Cape has temporarily closed one of the most popular and most central beaches in East London. According to the Municipality, parts of the… READ MORE
Mice Travel – The Power of Personalisation
(Posted 17th November 2024) Personalisation was a massive trend for the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) sector coming into 2024 – and it’s continuing to gain traction as we head into 2025. In an era where one-size-fits-all events no longer resonate; attendees and clients alike expect experiences tailored to their specific needs […]
The Royal African Society Benefit Gala Auction supported by ARTSY Bidding Has Started
(Posted 17th November 2024) The Royal African Society’s Benefit Gala on Friday, 22nd November, from 5:30pm – 11:30pm will be one of the most exciting and glamorous events in the London social calendar, kicking off the festive season The Royal African Society‘s Benefit Auction, starting with the Silent Auction, 11th November – 23rd November, and […]
Jinja / Uganda airfield to be closed until October 2025
(Posted 16th November 2024) The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority has issued a NOTAM that the airfield in Jinja will be closed until the 27th of October next year. Anyone intending to charter a plane into or out of Jinja will have to make alternative arrangements. Meanwhile has it be learned that […]
Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) urges African leaders and the international community to fulfill their commitments to climate justice
(Posted 16th November 2024) As COP29 takes place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, 2024, world leaders are urged to maintain the momentum established at COP28 The Justice, Peace, and Development Commission of SECAM in collaboration with its Environment and Climate Change Working Group, is urging African leaders and the international community […]
TravelComments.com – SANParks: Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park adjusts shop hours for stocktaking in late November 2024!
(Posted 16th November 2024) The management of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park has announced that due to monthly stocktaking all shops in the National Park will have to temporarily change its operating hours on selected dates at the end of November 2024. The shops at… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Zambia: Proflight Zambia signed its first interline ticketing agreement with a European airline partner!
(Posted 16th November 2024) Zambian privately owned regional carrier Proflight Zambia has signed its first interline ticketing agreement with a European airline partner. The new partnership with… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Windhoek-Okahandja dual carriageway (A1) officially opened!
(Posted 15th November 2024) The Namibian Roads Authority (RA), whose core business is to construct and maintain Namibia’s road sector, has officially opened the new Windhoek <> Okahandja dual carriageway (A1) in early November 2024. The N$2.8 billion road project is a major upgrade of the… READ MORE
Afreximbank asserts Africa’s climate position at the Conference of the Parties (COP29)
(Posted 15th November 2024) A primary objective of the Bank will be to advocate for the swift operationalization of the Loss and Damage Fund, which provides financial support to countries suffering from climate-related losses The African Export-Import Bank is participating at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, where it is doubling-down on its commitment […]
The Royal African Society appoints APO Group Founder and Chairman Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard as Strategic Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer
(Posted 15th November 2024) The Royal African Society is the UK’s longest-standing institution dedicated to promoting Africa The Royal African Society (www.RoyalAfricanSociety.org), a leading organisation in the UK promoting Africa’s global influence, today announces the appointment of APO Group Founder and Chairman Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard as Strategic Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer, […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Cape Town Pride to host Africa’s first WorldPride!
(Posted 15th November 2024) The organizers of the annual Cape Town Pride, a gay pride event in Cape Town ending with a pride parade, have announced that they have won the bid to host the WorldPride 2028 in the Mother City. This is the first time a WorldPride will be held in Africa. Cape Town Pride… READ MORE
Winners of the 2024 Africa Tech Festival Innovation and Excellence Awards Announced
(Posted 15th November 2024) This year’s Africa Tech Festival Awards highlighted the pioneering work that is transforming lives and industries across Africa, inspiring future innovation and growth The Africa Tech Festival Awards 2024 took place on the 13th of November 2024 at the stunning Bay Hotel in Camps Bay, Cape Town, celebrating […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: SANParks released a road maintenance update!
(Posted 14th November 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has released the Kruger National Park (KNP) 100 days road maintenance report. According to SANParks, most roads in the south of Olifants River (Marula Region of Kruger National Park) were… READ MORE
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 14th November 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines secures management deal for South Sudan’s national carrier Business Insider Africa The government of South Sudan and Ethiopian airlines have entered a partnership agreement to establish and manage a national carrier for South Sudan… Read More>> Coca-Cola Beverages Africa invests $50mln in Namibia, […]
US Federal Court Strikes Down New York Ivory Sales Ban
(Posted 14th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Devdiscourse A federal appeals court has invalidated a New York law that effectively prohibited sales and displays of ivory and rhinoceros horns by antiques dealers. The decision from the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals argued the law unfairly restricted commercial […]
Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve: Swadini Waterfall to get temporarily closed to the public!
(Posted 14th November 2024) The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has announced that the Swadini Waterfall in the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve in Mpumalanga will get temporarily closed. Due to filming that will be taking place the waterfall will be not be accessible to the public from… READ MORE
Africa – Conference of the Parties (COP29): Lack of Clean Cooking Access Poses Deadly Risks for Millions in Africa
(Posted 14th November 2024) At a Paris summit held In May 2024, African Development Bank President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina pledged to allocate 20 percent of Bank financing for energy projects that promote clean cooking alternatives African policymakers and international partners meeting at this year’s UN Climate Change Conference, COP29 on Tuesday […]
VFS Global appointed to offer new Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival service to South Africans and 96 other nationalities
(Posted 13th November 2024) The e-VoA can be easily obtained by visiting VFS Global website, submitting all the required documents, and paying the necessary fees online prior to travel New Indonesia Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) service to commence in the first half of December 2024. Group booking facility to be available […]
Tourism – Morocco beckons: Unlock the lucrative potential of Africa’s rising tourism star
(Posted 13th November 2024) The summit will highlight the opportunities for hotel brands and investors to establish themselves in Morocco’s thriving hospitality market with immense potential The inaugural Morocco Showcase Summit: Tourism, Hospitality, Invest will take place Nov. 19-20 at the Marriott Hotel in Casablanca, emphasising how Morocco creates a compelling […]
29th Conference of the Parties #COP29: The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce to host a panel discussion on Access to Finance & Sustainability at the Côte d’Ivoire Pavilion on 14th November
(Posted 13th November 2024) 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29): The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce to host a panel discussion on Access to Finance & Sustainability at the Côte d’Ivoire Pavilion on 14th November at 3:30pm The Baku panel will explore avenues for sustainable growth in African maritime with participation from leaders across […]
2 Tanzanians Arrested for Alleged Smuggling of Tusks Valued at KSh 3.3m in Mombasa
(Posted 13th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Nancy Odindo, Tuko Police officers from Mtwapa Police Station, along with Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers, have arrested two Tanzanian nationals allegedly involved in the illegal ivory trade. Paul Kuya and Paul Telek were nabbed from their hideout in Majengo, Mtwapa. The […]
53 years of survey data confirm African elephant decline
(Posted 13th November 2024) (Courtesy of African Elephant News and Colorado State University, Phys.org) Habitat loss and poaching have driven dramatic declines in African elephants, but it is challenging to measure their numbers and monitor changes across the entire continent. A new study has analyzed 53 years of population survey data and […]
Mauritius’ electorate sends government packing and gives former opposition massive mandate
(Posted 12th November 2024) Dr. Alain St.Ange of the Seychelles has issued a communique to congratulate Navin Ramgoolam and his election coalition on the big election win last weekend. Dr. Alain St.Ange, the former Seychelles Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine, who knew Navin Ramgoolam during his time as Prime […]
2024 Royal African Society’s (RAS) Benefit Gala in London delivered by Professor Benedict Oramah, President & Chairman of Afreximbank
(Posted 12th November 2024) The Annual Lecture is part of the Royal African Society’s wider end of year event programme which ties in with the Society’s Benefit Gala which takes place on Friday, 22nd November 2024 The Royal African Society (https://RoyalAfricanSociety.org) has announced that their Annual Lecture will be delivered […]
