Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 1, 2025 Highlights
(Posted 07th January 2025) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd. and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. According to International Air Transport Association (IATA)‘s latest projections, global passenger numbers are expected to reach 5.2 billion in 2025, a 6.7% increase compared to 2024, marking the first time they exceed five billion. Total industry revenues […]
Bale Robe Wako Gutu Airport – New Terminal officially launched
(Posted 06th January 2025) Ethiopian Airlines has announced the inauguration of the newly built Wako Gutu Airport Terminal at Bale Robe in the presence H.E. Shimelis Abdisa, President of the Oromia Regional State, high government officials, Ethiopian Airlines Group executive management members and dignitaries. The new state of the art airport terminal is […]
African Development Fund approves a grant of over $9 million to strengthen protection and sustainable use systems for natural capital and ecosystems
(Posted 06th January 2025) The project will help secure the land in the protected areas concerned and support the local economy through income-generating activities The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund – the African Development Bank Group’s concessional financing window – approved a donation of $9.42 million to Madagascar to […]
Despite global protests does Botswana issue 400 new elephant hunting licenses
(Posted 06th January 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Mqondisi Dube, VOA Botswana has issued 400 elephant hunting licenses amid fresh opposition from conservationists. International hunters pay up to $50,000 to obtain a license in order to hunt an elephant. In a recent notice from the Wildlife and National Parks […]
Two poachers killed in shootout with ZimParks Rangers
(Posted 06th January 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and New Zimbabwe Two suspected poachers were killed in a shootout with Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) rangers in Makuti’s Musingwizi area on December 21, 2024, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed. In a statement issued in December, ZRP […]
Serena Hotels Kenya releases January to June 2025 East Africa Resident Rates
(Posted 06th January 2024) Please find details of Serena Hotels’ January to June 2025 East African Resident Rates for our camps, lodges and Serena Beach Resort & Spa.
Air Canada orders five additional A220s
(Posted 06th January 2025) Air Canada, the national carrier of Canada, has signed a firm order with Airbus for five more latest generation single-aisle A220-300s on the fifth anniversary since taking delivery of its first A220 in December 2019. This follows an initial order in 2016 for 45 A220-300s and a reorder in […]
African Parks – A Bold Vision for Africa’s Future
(Posted 05th January 2025) As the world grapples with escalating environmental challenges, Africa’s vast landscapes remain critical to sustaining life—not just for wildlife, but for all of us. African Parks is at the forefront of this effort, with a bold strategy to conserve and restore Africa’s most vital ecosystems. Thanks to your […]
Uganda announces dates for the 2025 edition of POATE
(Posted 03rd January 2025) Event Details Dates: 21st – 24th of May 2025 Location: Speke Resort & Convention Center, Kampala, Uganda For more information click on www.poate2025.com This year’s event will have on the agenda a conference, panel sessions, a tourism services exhibition and as a social programme addition feature a regatta […]
Kenya Airways announces additional flights to the UK
(Posted 03rd January 2025) Starting 2nd of July 2025, Kenya Airways will offer an additional service to the United Kingdom (UK) by launching direct flights to London’s Gatwick Airport (LGW) from their hub at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). This addition to the existing flights to Heathrow Airport (LHR) provides travelers to […]
Qatar Airways adds 11th destination in Saudi Arabia as flights to Syria resume
(Posted 03rd January 2025) Qatar Airways Touches Down in Abha, its 11th Connection in Saudi Arabia With the resumption of its operations in Abha, Qatar Airways is showcasing its ongoing commitment to the Saudi market with over 140 weekly flights to 11 cities in the Kingdom Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline […]
How the Africa Tourism Fair 2025 will shape the Industry?
(Posted 03rd January 2025) We are thrilled to announce the Africa Tourism Fair 2025, an unmissable event set to take place in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, from 22nd to 23rd of May 2025, and poised to shape the future of tourism across Africa. This premier event offers unparalleled opportunities for professionals and businesses in the […]
Gorilla Highlands – Unpacking the Region, Illuminating the World
(Posted 02nd January 2025) The Morrises are our most recent guests — an American family living in Moshi, Tanzania, where Wade teaches at the United World College East Africa. These colleges bring students from different countries together to promote peace and sustainability (much like the Illumineers pitched at the end of this […]
African Parks – Their impact in 2024
(Posted 02nd January 2025) Dear ATCNews Readers, Conserving over 20 million hectares across Africa is an enormous undertaking, and often a sobering endeavour. But what inspires us at the end of each year is what was made possible thanks to the unwavering support of our government, community, and NGO partners, our key funders, […]
Protect Mt Elgon’s elephant maternity habitats, experts urge
(Posted 02nd January 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Evans Jaola & Barnabas Bii, The Nation The Mt Elgon National Park is a unique tourism destination in the Western region [of Kenya and Eastern region of Uganda] owing to its unique attraction sites with forest elephants being a major attraction […]
Happy New Year from Africa Tourism Partners
(Posted 02nd January 2025) Dear ATCNews Readers, As the clock strikes midnight and we step into a brand new year, the Africa Tourism Partners team extends our warmest wishes for a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2025! We hope this year brings you joy, success, and fulfilment in all your endeavours. We are […]
Virunga National Park is reflecting on 2024
(Posted 02nd January 2025)
Dr. Alain St. Ange bids Good Bye 2024 and Welcome 2025
(Posted 31st December 2024) As 2024 draws to a close, it’s an important moment to pause, reflect, and look back on the year we are leaving behind. It has been a year of accomplishments and challenges, of shared moments with friends and colleagues, and the love of family members who remain closest to […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 52, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 31st December 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced a major update to its IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) program. Starting in 2025, IOSA renewal audits will adopt a risk-based methodology, shifting to more tailored and focused […]
World Travel Awards News
(Posted 25th December 2024) As 2024 draws to a close, may we wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season, and we extend our best wishes for a happy, peaceful and prosperous 2025. We would also like to congratulate all our 2024 winners and nominees for your hard work, fortitude and […]
Airlink confirms disruptions of their flights to Mozambique as travel warnings come down fast and furious
(Posted 24th December 2024) The continued and escalating unrest in Mozambique has brought immediate travel warnings from key Western countries, impacting on the country’s tourism sector at a crucial time of the year – the Festive Season of Christmas and New Year. The unrest has also prompted airlines to review their flights […]
Diary of a Muzungu – Hanging up the boots for the holidays
(Posted 24th December 2024) As we hang up our boots for the holidays, I just wanted to wish you a Happy Christmas and say a big THANK YOU to everyone who has read Diary of a Muzungu & listened to the first 20 episodes of the East Africa Travel Podcast. A special […]
TravelComments.com – SANParks announces Augrabies National Park festive season reception hours!
(Posted 24th December 2024) The South African National Parks (SANParks) management of Augrabies National Park in South Africa’s Northern Cape has announced the operating hours for the National Park’s reception over the festive season. The recepetion will be open from… READ MORE
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 50, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 24th December 2024) Introduction. African airlines face a significant challenge as the European Union rolls out the world’s first mandatory shift to sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) for the air transport industry. Approved by the European Parliament and EU Council in April 2023, the regulation mandates that fuel suppliers at EU […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Adjusted Christmas Day shop hours announced!
(Posted 20th December 2024) The management of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park has announced that the shops in the National Park will change its operating hours on Christmas Day (25 December 2024). The shops at Nossob Rest Camp and Mata-Mata Rest Camp will operate from… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban: All e-hailing pick-up and drop-off locations have been relocated!
(Posted 20th December 2024) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has announced an update regarding the designated e-hailing pick-up and drop-off points at King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban. To enhance convenience and streamline operations, all e-hailing pick-up and drop-off activities have been relocated from the previous Pick-Up Zone to… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Zambia waives visa requirements for 53 countries, aiming for tourism growth!
(Posted 20th December 2024) The Zambian Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security has announced a visa waiver for citizens of 53 countries under Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2024. This decision raises the total number of countries with visa-free access to Zambia to 167. The new policy will come into effect on… READ MORE
Happy Holidays, a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Peaceful and Prosperous New Year 2025
(Posted 20th December 2024) The ATCNews team, publisher, managing editor, contributing editors, our two volunteers and our intern, all wish you Happy Holidays, a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We all thank you, our subscribers, our readers, our followers – in total nearly 100.000 – across the social and professional media […]
Afreximbank and Ecobank partner to simplify trade and compliance for African businesses
(Posted 20th December 2024) The Ecobank Single Market Trade Hub connects registered businesses across Africa on a single platform, helping them benefit from opportunities in the unified market of 1.4 billion people created by the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and Ecobank Group have embarked on […]
Uganda – Key route to the North reopens today as Karuma bridge repairs end
(Posted 20th December 2024) Murchison Falls National Park’s environment to be more peaceful and quiet again as major traffic route resumes service According to information received will the State Minister for Works, Hon. Musa Ecweru, visit the Karuma bridge site today Friday, December 20th and will outline essential guidelines to travellers […]
