The 56th AFRAA Annual General Assembly Paces on to Transform and Develop African Aviation Industry
(Posted 03rd December 2024) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and concluded its 56th Annual General Assembly (AGA) in Cairo – Egypt. Graciously hosted by EgyptAir, the event was held under the High Patronage of the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt and officiated the Honourable Minister of Civil Aviation of the Arab […]
TravelComments.com – Festive season 2024/25: Kruger National Park enforces gate quotas for day visitors!
(Posted 03rd December 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that daily quotas for day visitors will once again apply at the entrance gates of Kruger National Park during the festive season 2024/25. Three time slots have been introduced, of which day visitos can choose from. Visitors are urged to make pre-bookings for their […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 48, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 03rd December 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. The African Civil Aviation Commission AFCAC convened its 35th Ordinary Plenary Session and held the 25th celebration of the Yamoussoukro Decision (YD), in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, from September 25 to 29, 2024. This key event […]
Airlink announces night flights from Johannesburg to Nairobi from March 2025
(Posted 02nd December 2024) Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will add three weekly night flights to its Johannesburg-Nairobi service from 30th of March 2025. The extra flights will provide greater choices for business and leisure travellers flying between the two cities and bolster Airlink’s daily service which it launched last year, […]
African Development Fund to provide a partial credit guarantee to support the financing of green projects
(Posted 02nd December 2024) The Togolese government will allocate the proceeds to eligible projects and initiatives in sectors aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the country’s Sustainable Financing Framework The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved a EUR 200 million partial credit guarantee (PCG) to […]
Monrovia welcomes Ethiopian Airlines back
(Posted 02nd December 2024) Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline group in Africa, has announced the resumption of passenger flights to Liberia’s capital, Monrovia. This milestone was celebrated during an inaugural flight event in Monrovia attended by the President of Liberia, Ministers, Ambassadors, high-ranking officials, and Ethiopian Airlines executives. The event highlighted […]
Emirates receives its first of 65 A350-900s
(Posted 01st December 2024) Emirates has taken delivery of its first A350-900 aircraft, marking an important step in Emirates’ fleet growth strategy. It marks the long-standing partnership between Emirates and Airbus which is built on innovation, efficiency and operational excellence. The A350 is set to enhance Emirates’ medium and long-haul operations beyond the airline’s […]
South African Travellers to Take More Holidays in 2025
(Posted 30th November 2024) Research among over 2,000 South African travellers reveals that more than six in 10 plan to take more holidays in 2025. Bravecations and heritage holidays emerge as key travel trends for 2025. Savvy spenders on the rise as travellers seek the best value for their trips. AI usage in […]
Communiqué of the 4th African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AfSNET) Conference in Kisumu / Kenya
(Posted 30th November 2024) African sub-sovereign governments are essential for realising the goals of the AfCFTA by promoting cross-border industrial clusters and trade partnerships that transcend national boundaries WE, the Network of African Sub-Sovereign Governments, having convened at the 4th African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AfSNET) Conference, hosted by the County Government of […]
Airbus delivers first A330neo for Malaysia Airlines
(P0sted 30th November 2024) Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has taken delivery of its first A330neo. The A330-900, is the first of 20 to be leased from Avolon by MAG, setting new standards for fuel efficiency and passenger experience. MAG’s A330neo is configured with a premium two-class layout, […]
Dr. Alain St.Ange meets Yerzhan Yerkinbayev, the Kazakhstan Minister of Tourism & Sports
(Posted 30th November 2024) Dr. Alain St.Ange & Minister Yerzhan Yerkinbayev, the Kazakhstan Junior Minister of Tourism & Sports meet in Almaty Minister Yerzhan Yerkinbayev, the Junior Minister of Tourism and Sports of Kazakhstan travelled to Almaty from Astana, the Capital City of Kazakhstan and made time to meet the Official Trainers who […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways eyes international growth with new routes to Europe, US, and Asia!
(Posted 29th November 2024) South African Airways (SAA) is gearing up for significant growth in its international operations, according to interim CEO John Lamola. In an interview with Bloomberg, Lamola revealed plans to expand the airline’s global network, including launching flights to… READ MORE
Entries open for World Travel Awards 2025
(Posted 29th November 2024) WTA has announced the call for entries for the 32nd annual World Travel Awards, inviting the best travel industry organisations from each country to submit their applications and compete for the ultimate industry accolade. The organisation will in 2025 celebrate their 32nd anniversary, awarding the best there is with what […]
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) Heads to Cape Town for the First Time for its 13th Edition
(Posted 29th November 2024) New Format Promises Enhanced Networking, Hands-on Workshops, Interactive Insights and Country Showcases The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF), Africa’s premier conference for tourism and hospitality investment, is gearing up for its 2025 edition in Cape Town. Taking place from 17th to 19th of June at The Westin Cape Town, […]
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: Herold’s Bay Beach in Herold’s Bay is temporarily closed!
(Posted 29th November 2024) The George Municipality in South Africa’s Western Cape has announced that Herold’s Bay Beach in Herold’s Bay is temporarily closed to swimming and surfing. According to the Municipality, this is due to a… READ MORE
Kenya’s curent ‘Visa Free’ policy leads to massive drop in openness rankings
(Posted 29th November 2024) First published by Basillioh Rukanga BBC News, Nairobi Kenya has plunged in the latest rankings of how open it is to visitors from other African countries despite introducing a “visa-free policy” earlier this year. It dropped 17 places to 46th out of 54 nations, according the 2024 Africa […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Four beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 28th 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 27 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 […]
Rodger Foster set to retire as CEO of Airlink in 2025
(Posted 28th November 2024) Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will undergo a change of leadership following the decision by current CEO and Managing Director, Rodger Foster, to step down at the end of March 2025 after almost 33 years at the company’s helm. Airlink’s current Chief Financial Officer, de Villiers Engelbrecht, will […]
Registration is Now Open: Secure Your Spot at WTM Africa 2025!
(Posted 28th November 2024) Get ready for the must-attend event of the year! WTM Africa 2025 is happening from 09-11 April, and it’s set to be the most exciting, impactful, and dynamic reunion of the global travel and tourism industry. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned attendee, this is an event you won’t […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 28th November 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS ExxonMobil, Qatar Energy to drill two new wells Ekathimerini ExxonMobil, in partnership with Qatar Energy, is planning to drill two more wells in Cyprus’ offshore Blocks 5 and 10 early next year. The announcement came after a meeting between ExxonMobil Vice President John Ardill […]
Illegal gold mining drives deforestation in DRC reserve home to ‘African unicorn’
(Posted 28th November 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Ruth Kamnitzer, Mongabay Illegal mining inside the Okapi Wildlife Reserve in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to spread, satellite data show, driving environmental devastation. Deforestation stayed at a near-record high in 2023, and preliminary data for 2024 shows that […]
GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE UNVEILS TRAVEL PLANS, PREFERENCES AND TOP DESTINATIONS FOR 2025
(Posted 28th November 2024) Japan and Thailand holiday favourites for second year running, followed by China, Australia, New Zealand and Italy Business travel makes a comeback (13% increase in planned business trips globally), led by travellers in China, Germany and Spain Asia and Europe dominate business and leisure travel plans for 2025 Longest […]
Southern African Countries in Bid to Fight UK Anti-Hunting Bill
(Posted 28th November 2023) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Mqondisi Dube, VOA via AllAfrica Six southern African countries have voiced disappointment with new efforts by the British Labour Party government to introduce a bill that seeks to ban the importation of wildlife trophies from Africa. Representatives from the six nations […]
Qatar Airways Ushers in Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix with F1®-themed Onboard Offerings
(Posted 28th November 2024) Qatar Airways, the Global Partner and Official Airline of Formula 1®, is commemorating the imminent Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix with a limited-edition capsule of F1®-inspired premium loungewear, and dining options onboard the award-winning airline. This year’s Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix will be held from 29 November […]
New Cruise Season in the Indian Ocean: A Wind of Renewal
(Posted 28th November 2024) The 2024/2025 cruise season has officially begun in the Vanilla Islands of the Indian Ocean. From November 2024 to May 2025, more than 35 ship calls are expected in the region, marking a promising return to tourism dynamism. Among the most frequent operators, Norwegian Cruise Line […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Swimming pool at the Shimuwini Bushveld Camp is temporarily closed!
(Posted 27th November 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the swimming pool at the Shimuwini Bushveld Camp in Kruger National Park is temporarily closed. According to SANParks, this is due to… READ MORE
Emirates receives its first of 65 A350-900s
(Posted 27th November 2024) Emirates has taken delivery of its first A350-900 aircraft, marking an important step in Emirates’ fleet growth strategy. It marks the long-standing partnership between Emirates and Airbus which is built on innovation, efficiency and operational excellence. The A350 is set to enhance Emirates’ medium and long-haul operations beyond the airline’s […]
oneworld lands ‘Best Airline Alliance’ award from Business Traveler USA
(Posted 27th November 2024) oneworld® is continuing its award winning streak, having been named ‘Best Airline Alliance’ by the leading North American travel magazine, Business Traveler USA, at last week’s awards ceremony. The victory makes this the ninth year oneworld has been crowned the winner in this category, as frequent business travellers continue […]
Seychelles’ celebrates the Ocean Festival from 28th to 30th November
(Posted 27th November 2024) The Seychelles Ocean Festival, formerly known as SUBIOS, will commence tomorrow across the islands after a 5 year absence and run until Saturday this week. Activities are planned on the main island of Mahe but also on Praslin, La Digue, Alphonse and D’Arros where beach and ocean […]
TravelComments.com – East London: ATNS secures approval for Runway 11 instrument landing system at King Phalo Airport (ELS)!
(Posted 27th November 2024) Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS), the company that provides air traffic, navigation, training and associated services within South Africa, has announced that the instrument landing system (ILS) flight procedure for… READ MORE
