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), […]
TravelComments.com – Australia: Qantas to reduce weekly flights between Sydney Johannesburg!
(Posted 26th May 2025) Qantas, the flag carrier of Australia, is set to rediuce its weekly flights from Sydney to Johannesburg. Currently operating six weekly Airbus A380 flights between Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) and OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, Qantas will scale back to four weekly flights starting in… READ MORE
Vietjet orders 20 more A330neo’s
(Posted 26th May 2025) Vietjet, Vietnam’s largest private airline, has placed a new order with Airbus for 20 widebody A330-900 aircraft to support strategic expansion over the next decade. The agreement was signed in Hanoi by Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao and Wouter van Wersch, President Airbus International. The documents were […]
New documentary explores Namibia’s groundbreaking wildlife conservation success
(Posted 26th May 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Namibia Economist, May 24, 2025 A new documentary, ‘Namibia’s Wildlife Economy,’ is set to shed light on Namibia’s globally recognized success in wildlife conservation. Produced by MaMoKoBo Video & Research for the Namibian Chamber of Environment (NCE), the film traces the nation’s […]
Elephant tracking helps Zimbabwean villagers avoid deadly encounters
(Posted 26th May 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Randolph Nogel, TRT World, May 24, 2025 Elephants are regarded as one of Africa’s most iconic animals. But some villages in Zimbabwe see the herds as nuisance and even a threat. This is why rangers in wildlife parks have devised a tracking […]
High-stakes jumbo collaring secures Hwange future
(Posted 26th May 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Rutendo Nyeve, Herald, May 24, 2025 THE sunrise at Hwange National Park is truly a breathtaking spectacle, a serene blend of the African wilderness’s raw beauty and the gentle glow of dawn. Yet, on this particular Tuesday morning, the landscape’s usual splendour […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park camps reopen as Orange River water levels drop!
(Posted 24th May 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the partial reopening of several camps in the /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park, following a significant drop in Orange River water levels. The camps were temporarily closed in April and earlier in May 2025 due to flooding. Reopened camps now available for bookings:… READ MORE […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: The Museum of Illusions to open in Cape Town!
(Posted 24th May 2025) Cape Town is set to welcome a thrilling new attraction with the launch of the Museum of Illusions, a global chain renowned for its immersive and interactive experiences. Scheduled to open on 31 May 2025, this will be the museum’s second location in South Africa, its third in Africa, and the […]
TravelComments.com – Durban beach & pool update: Latest openings and closures (22 May 2025)!
(Posted 23rd May 2025) Durban in KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa, renowned for its stunning coastline, offers a variety of beaches catering to both locals and tourists. As of 22 May 2025, the eThekwini Municipality, which includes the city of Durban and surrounding towns, has provided an update on the status of its beaches and swimming pools, ensuring visitors are […]
Africa-Europe Tourism Exchange Forum (AETEF 2025) in Rome Opens Door
(Posted 23rd May 2025) In a historic move to strengthen tourism cooperation between Africa and Europe, the inaugural Africa-Europe Tourism Exchange Forum took place at The Hive Hotel in Rome, ltaly on May 16, 2025. The forum, co-organised by Globetrotters SA Ltd. (Europe) headed by Michelina Sanquest and Kalo Africa Media (Africa) […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: SANParks successfully relocates 42 elephants to Kabouga section of Addo Elephant National Park!
(Posted 23rd May 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has completed the successful translocation of 42 elephants from the Main Camp section of Addo Elephant National Park to the newly secured Kabouga section, marking a major step in ongoing conservation efforts in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. The operation, carried out between 12 and 15 May 2025, was a… READ MORE
Afreximbank Announces 2025 AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum to Accelerate Trade, Investment and Economic Growth
(Posted 23rd May 2025) African Export-Import Bank in partnership with the Government of Grenada, is pleased to announce that the fourth edition of the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF2025) will be held in St. George’s, Grenada, from 28 to 29 July 2025 under the theme: “Resilience and Transformation: Enhancing Africa-Caribbean Economic Cooperation in an Era of Global Uncertainty.” […]
Ivory worth Sh4m recovered after shootout in Maralal / Northern Kenya
(Posted 23rd May 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and The Star, Nairobi Cyrus Ombati, The Star, May 21, 2025 Multi-agency teams in Maralal, Samburu County, recovered 47 kilos of elephant tusks after a shootout with suspected poachers. The seven pieces of ivory were abandoned on a motorcycle on a roadside on […]
Charting A Bold Path for Responsible Tourism in Kenya and Beyond
(Posted 23rd May 2025) In a time when the tourism industry is becoming increasingly aware of its integral role in conservation and community development, Ecotourism Kenya’s newly launched strategic plan sets a bold course for responsible tourism in Kenya and beyond. With climate change, community livelihoods, and biodiversity now at the forefront of […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Progress update on Whale Trail maintenance at De Hoop Nature Reserve!
(Posted 22nd May 2025) CapeNature, the public institution tasked with conserving biodiversity in South Africa’s Western Cape, recently completed essential maintenance along the iconic Whale Trail in the De Hoop Nature Reserve. The 10-day trail closure addressed facility upgrades and environmental concerns raised by visitors, particularly around trail conditions and the spread of invasive alien plant […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 22nd May 2025) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Spirit Resources to Invest C$4m in Star Diamond Corporation Jean Boulle Group Star Diamond Corporation (the “Company”) (TSX: DIAM) is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with Spirit Resources s.a.r.l. (“Spirit”) to provide funding to the Company by way of a […]
