TravelComments.com – King Shaka International Airport: One lane of the M65 highway temporarily closed!
(Posted 12th November 2024) The Dube TradePort Corporation and Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA) have announced that one lane of the M65 highway heading into King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban is temporarily closed between 08 November 2024 and… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Zambia: Proflight Zambia launches flights between Livingstone Cape Town!
(Posted 12th November 2024) Zambian privately owned regional carrier Proflight Zambia has announced the launch of direct flights between Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) in Livingstone and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town. Effective… READ MORE
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 45, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 12th November 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. The Tenth Meeting of the International Civil Aviation Organization Regional Aviation Safety Group for the AFI Region (RASG-AFI/10) officially begun in East London, South Africa. The significant event was led by Uganda Civil Aviation Authority Director General […]
SITA integrates IPS Intelligent Passenger Solutions into its SITA Airports portfolio
(Posted 12th November 2024) Integration of IPS following 2024 acquisition produces global leader in CUTE and CUSS product offer – paving the way for frictionless airport travel SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, has announced the formal integration of IPS Intelligent Passenger Solutions into its SITA Airports portfolio. The […]
Ecobank Partners with Nium to Unlock Real-Time Cross-Border Payments Across 35 African Markets
(Posted 12th November 2024) Nium announces its partnership with Ecobank, a pan-African financial solutions leader, bringing real-time cross-border payments to 35 markets on the continent Nium, the leading global infrastructure for real-time cross-border payments, announced a partnership with Ecobank Transnational Incorporated. Ecobank, the leading independent pan-African financial services group, to enable seamless […]
Suspected Poacher Shot, Ivory Worth Sh3 Million Found on Him in Kuria
(Posted 12th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and KahawaTungu A suspected poacher was shot and injured in a confrontation with police along Kehancha-Isebania road in Kuria, Migori County. Police said they recovered eight pieces of ivory weighing 30 kilograms and valued at Sh3 million from the suspect in the […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (November 2024 to March 2025)!
(Posted 12th November 2024) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period November 2024 to March 2025. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently still in a neutral state. It is predicted to… READ MORE
Dr. Alain St.Ange addresses ‘Africa Celebrates 2024’ in the Nelson Mandela Plenary Hall of the African Union
(Posted 11th November 2024) The 2024 edition of ‘Africa Celebrates‘ saw one of its many open sessions move to the Nelson Mandela Plenary Hall of the African Union (AU). One of those selected to address the conference at the African Union (AU) was Dr. Alain St.Ange, the respected Tourism Consultant who is regarded […]
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 […]
The Royal African Society’s Annual Lecture and Benefit Gala 2024
(Posted 11th November 2024) Following the huge success of the Royal African Society’s (https://RoyalAfricanSociety.org/) spectacular Film Africa 2024 festival, (25 October to 3 November 2024), the Society is delighted to announce two further top level events in November 2024. ROYAL AFRICAN SOCIETY ANNUAL LECTURE, THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER The Royal African Society Annual Lecture […]
Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit (AYTIS) June 2025
(Posted 11th November 2024) We’re thrilled to announce that the 2025 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit (AYTIS) is heading to Kenya! Set to take place in June 2025, this event is an incredible opportunity for young entrepreneurs, innovators, and tourism professionals to network, gain mentorship, and showcase their projects to industry […]
Five Winners of the 2024 Earthshot Prize Unveiled at Awards Ceremony in Cape Town
(Posted 10th November 2024) Advanced Thermovoltaic Systems, High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People, Keep IT Cool, Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative and Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) revealed as 2024 Earthshot Prize Winners during star-studded ceremony broadcast live across 50 African countries Each Winner to receive £1 million to accelerate and scale the impact of their […]
Africa Travel Week 2025 – Submissions for awards now open
(Posted 10th November 2024) Entries for the Africa Travel Week (ATW) 2025 Media Awards are now open! Following on the success of the inaugural awards in 2024, ATW is calling on travel writers, bloggers, videographers, and photographers who produce content related to African tourism to submit their entry – as […]
2024 ULTRAS CELEBRATE THE FINEST IN LUXURY TRAVEL
(Posted 09th November 2024) Portrait Milano named hotel of the year, The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts voted leading luxury hotel brand, Italy shines as most popular holiday hotspot and The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel, New York recognised as best new hotel, while Emirates wins best airline in the world The world’s […]
oneworld crowned ‘Best Airline Alliance’ during sky-high anniversary celebrations
(Posted 09th November 2024) oneworld® has once again been named the ‘Best Airline Alliance’ by leading corporate travel magazine, Business Traveller, as the alliance continues to soar to new heights during its 25th anniversary year. The victory makes this the 12th consecutive year oneworld has taken home the trophy, as customers continue to […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Two beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 08th November 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 04 November 2024) open and safe for swimming, closed for swimming and of swimming pools that are currently open to the public. According to the lists,… READ […]
Dr. Alain St.Ange addresses ‘Africa Celebrates 2024’ in Addis Ababa
(Posted 08th November 2024) ‘Africa’s tourism industry must succeed if we all work towards a welcoming approach with no ambiguities or complications‘ said Alain St.Ange as he addressed ‘Africs Celebrates 2024‘ in Addis Ababa. The globally renowned tourism personality of the African continent who is widely regarded as a leading expert took the […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (November 2024 to March 2025)!
(Posted 08th November 2024) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period November 2024 to March 2025. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently still in a neutral state. It is predicted to… READ MORE
UK Immigration Changes, Digital Identity and the Latest on Passenger Document Requirements
(Posted 08th November 2024) UK Immigration Changes: Stay Ahead of the eVisa & ETA Requirements Big changes are coming for UK-bound passengers. The shift to eVisas and new Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETA) may impact the journey for visa holders or your visa-exempt travellers. Ensure your team and travellers are prepared by learning what […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Windhoek-Okahandja dual carriageway (A1) officially opened!
(Posted 07th 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) on 01 November 2024. The N$2.8 billion road project is a major upgrade of the… READ MORE
Dr. Alain St.Ange, the globally known tourism personality from Seychelles, meets Africa Leaders at Africa celebrates 2024 in Addis Ababa
(Posted 07th November 2024) Dr. Alain St.Ange, himself a former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of the Seychelles met with the Hon. Selamawit Kassa, Minister of Tourism of Ethiopia and with Mr. Lexy Mojo Eyes, the Convener of Africa Celebrates 2024 that is taking place this week at the […]
Africa Tourism Partners appoints Claire Mugabi (MCIM, MBA) as representative for East Africa
(Posted 07th November 2024) Africa Tourism Partners (ATP) is a UN Tourism Affiliate Member and a recipient of the Distinction Award. As a Pan-African firm specialising in tourism development and strategic destination marketing, ATP focuses on strategy formulation, master planning, and strategic marketing in the travel, tourism, hospitality, aviation, and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 07th November 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines Set to Receive Africa’s First Airbus A350-1000 Airspace-Africa Ethiopian Airlines is set to make history with the delivery of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000, a step that signifies both the airline’s growth trajectory and its commitment to operating one of the most modern […]
Pre-session of Africa Tourism Day and Africa Tourism Climate Action Forum ATCAF 2024 Kicks Off in Addis Ababa
(Posted 06th November 2024) As the events and activities gear up for the UNFCCC COP29 climate conference in Baku Azerbaijan scheduled for the 11th – 24th of November, 2024, the Preliminary Session of Africa Tourism Day and Africa Tourism Climate Action Forum ATCAF commences today 6th November, 2024. Dr. Alain St. Ange, […]
Vanilla Islands – A Springboard for Entrepreneurship in the Indian Ocean
(Posted 06th November 2024) In The Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) and the European Union have successfully launched the COPISTE 2024 pitch competition, a flagship event of the “Entrepreneurship and Business Facilitation in the Indian Ocean” (ENFA-OI) project. This ambitious regional program aims to: – Promote regional entrepreneurship, with a special focus […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Four beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 06th November 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 01 November 2024) open and safe for swimming, closed for swimming and of swimming pools that are currently open to the public. […]
United Kingdom (UK) visa services in Sub-Saharan Africa are now available through VFS Global
(Posted 06th November 2024) UK visa customers can now choose from a range of optional services, depending on their location, offered by VFS Global to provide enhanced comfort and convenience UK Visa Applications Centres open in Abidjan, Antananarivo, Banjul, Eden Island, Kinshasa, Libreville, and Port Louis VFS Global was recently awarded […]
Airbus delivers first A350-1000 to Africa
(Posted 06th November 2024) Ethiopia’s national flag carrier and largest Airbus operator in Africa, Ethiopian Airlines, has taken delivery of its first of four A350-1000 from Airbus in Toulouse, France. The first of its kind to be operated by an african based operator, the A350-1000 will enable Ethiopian Airlines to enhance […]
AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues with EgyptAir Chairman and CEO – Eng. Yehia Zakaria
(Posted 05th November 2024) Eng. Yehia Zakaria takes centre stage at the November edition of AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues scheduled for Wednesday, 06 November at 14h00 EAT (UTC: 11h00). Join us for a thought-provoking dialogue session with Eng. Zakaria as he shares views and thoughts as EgyptAir Group Chairman and President and Host […]
TravelComments.com – Qatar Airways operates up to 35 weekly flights to South Africa during the southern hemisphere summer season!
(Posted 05th November 2024) The flag carrier airline of Qatar, Qatar Airways, has increased the number of flights to South Africa for the southern hemisphere summer season. Since the end of October 2024, the airline is operating… READ MORE
