TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African National Parks (SANParks) issues critical updates on Kruger National Park road closures amid heavy rains.
(Posted 13th January 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has released several updates on the road conditions in Kruger National Park over the weekend. Due to heavy rains, several roads and facilities had to be closed. This is a sum up of SANParks’ announcements…. READ MORE
Are You Ready For The New Year?
(Posted 13th January 2025) NEW YEAR, NEW ADVENTURES As we embark on a fresh start, we at Africa Tourism Partners are filled with optimism and excitement for what 2025 holds for the African tourism sector. We hope this year brings you joy, success, and incredible opportunities. This year promises to be […]
Five arraigned in Narok court for dealing in wildlife trophies
(Posted 13th January 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Ann Salaton, Kenya News Five people among them two women were arraigned in a Narok court where they were charged with dealing with wildlife trophies without a valid permit from the director general of Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) or other lawful […]
Suspects escape as cops recover 15 elephant tusks in Kwale
(Posted 13th January 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Cyrus Ombati, The Star Two suspects who were ferrying 15 pieces of elephant tusks escaped and abandoned the cargo as security agents approached their hideout in Lungalunga, Kwale County. Police and Kenya Wildlife Service officials said the two are believed to have […]
Sama on the Move: The World’s First Digital Human Cabin Crew Debuts on Social Media
(Posted 13th January 2025) Through her Instagram account, @SamaOnTheMove, Sama offers a curated mix of travel tips, personal anecdotes from her layovers, and an insider’s perspective on some of the world’s most exciting destinations Meet Sama, the world’s first AI-powered digital human cabin crew, now taking flight on social media. As […]
The Calabar Festival extravaganza 2024
(Posted 12th January 2025) The Calabar Festival extravaganza 2024 was a spectacular event that showcased the richness of Calabar culture. Here are some exciting facts and figures about the festival: The theme for the 2024 Calabar Carnival was “Our Shared Prosperity”. The festival lasted for 32 days, featuring a wide range of […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park shops announce adjusted hours for January stocktaking!
(Posted 12th January 2025) Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park management (SANParks) has announced temporary changes to the operating hours of all shops in the National Park on select dates in January 2025 due to monthly stocktaking. On 23 January, the shop at… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Angola: Fly Angola launched first international flights from Catumbela to Windhoek!
(Posted 12th January 2025) Fly Angola, a privately-owned Angolan airline, has introduced a new international route to Namibia. Starting 21 December 2024, the airline operates three weekly direct flights — on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays — between Catumbela Airport (CBT) in Catumbela, a coastal city in Angola’s Benguela Province, and Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) in Windhoek. This milestone marks […]
A Landmark Publication in Seychelles’ Political History – Alain St.Ange Announces the forthcoming Release of His New Book, ‘Alain St.Ange, My Journey – Life & Times in Politics’
(Posted 11th January 2025) The well known Seychellois politician Alain St.Ange is set to release (towards the end of January) his latest work, ‘Alain St.Ange, My Journey – Life & Times in Politics’, a comprehensive 785-page book chronicling the political history of Seychelles. This groundbreaking publication highlights Alain St.Ange’s personal experiences, his family’s […]
Air Cargo Demand up 8.2% in November 2024 – 16th Month of Consecutive Growth
(Posted 11th January 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2024 global air cargo markets showing: • Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 8.2% compared to November 2023 levels (9.5% for international operations) for a 16th consecutive month of growth. • Capacity, measured in available cargo […]
Airbus bags five more A350F freighter orders
(Posted 11th January 2025) STARLUX Airlines of Taiwan has placed a firm order with Airbus for five more A350F freighters. This doubles an initial order from the airline last year for five of the all-new cargo aircraft. The A350F fleet will be operated by STARLUX Cargo on some of the world’s busiest freight […]
Cessna 172 crashes near Malindi killing three on the ground
(Posted 10th January 2025) Image taken from social media A Cessna 172, registered as 5Y-CDC, built in 1978 under MSN 17271801, which is owned and operated by the Kenya Aeronautical College, crashed under yet to be established circumstances soon after taking off from Malindi Airport. Upon impact on the ground did the […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Heavy rains force temporary road closures!
(Posted 10th January 2025) Recent heavy rains have impacted Kruger National Park, leading to the temporary closure of several dirt roads. According to South African National Parks (SANParks), affected areas include… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: The Cape Point Furnicular is back in operation!
(Posted 10th January 2025) The Motsamayi Tourism Group, responsible for managing facilities at Cape Point in the Cape of Good Hope section of Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town, has announced the resumption of the Cape Point Funicular service as of… READ MORE
Africa: A booming continent needs a new payment infrastructure
(Posted 10th January 2025) Africa’s exploding population presents huge growth opportunities; A world-class digital payments ecosystem will be fundamental to that. Africa is an exciting, vibrant and creative place to do business. But make no mistake, it has its challenges. Currency devaluation, political instability, and service disruptions are endemic. Africa is not […]
AviAssist 2025 events
(Posted 10th January 2025) GET READY FOR AN INCREDIBLE YEAR AHEAD! We are thrilled to announce our 2025 event lineup, where aviation safety leaders, experts and professionals like you will come together for cutting-edge discussions and training. MARK YOUR CALENDAR AND SAVE THE DATES ? Aeronautical Knowledge for Safety CLASSROOM EDITION!! 10-12 March, […]
Airbus reports 766 commercial aircraft deliveries in 2024
(Posted 10th January 2025) Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft in 2024. 878 gross orders (826 net), including 82 A330s and 142 A350s Demonstrates continued momentum for widebody orderbook complementing leading position in single aisle market The 2024 year end backlog stands at 8,658 aircraft. Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft to 86 customers around the world in […]
African airlines see 12.4% y-o-y rise in demand for passenger air travel in Nov 2024, higher than 8.1% global average
(Posted 10th January 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 8.1% compared to November 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 5.7% year-on-year. The November load factor was […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: FlySafair to introduce a new daily service between Johannesburg George!
(Posted 09th January 2025) South African regional low cost-carrier FlySafair is set to introduce scheduled daily flights between Lanseria International Airport (HLA) in Johannesburg and George Airport (GRJ) in George, often referred to as the “Capital of the Garden Route“. Effective… READ MORE
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 09th January 2025) CCA IN THE NEWS Olajide: Using Tech To Provide Greater Access To Healthcare Leadership News Niyi John Olajide is a United States US)-based technology entrepreneur, owner of healthcare technology company called Axxess, who in partnership with its global partner, Cavista, has a massive presence in North America, Asia, Europe, […]
Qatar Airways Holidays Launches Fan Packages for the Formula 1® 2025 Season
(Posted 09th January 2025) Qatar Airways, the Global Partner and Official Airline of Formula 1®, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, today announced the launch of its 2025 fan packages, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the F1®. After an incredible 2024 season and an exciting Qatar GP race, fans are now able to […]
Mozambique: SERNIC seizes elephant tusks in Tete
(Posted 09th January 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Club of Mozambique The National Criminal Investigation Service (Sernic) in Tete seized four ivory tusks about to be sold to Mozambican citizens, leaving Three individuals now in police custody in connection with the case. The four tusks, weighing 30 kilograms, were seized […]
Airlink to resume Nampula, Mozambique flights
(Posted 09th January 2025) Airlink will resume scheduled flights to and from Nampula in Mozambique from tomorrow, Thursday 09 January 2025. The decision to resume operations to Nampula follows guidance and reassurances from South African and Mozambican official authorities, which indicate the situation has been defused sufficiently to permit flights without Airlink […]
CINNAMON HOTELS & RESORTS JOINS GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE
(Posted 09th January 2025) Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts, a leading hospitality brand renowned for its exceptional properties across Sri Lanka and the Maldives, has joined UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. It will see the Sri Lankan-based group’s 17 hotels and resorts join GHA’s diverse portfolio of […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: FlySafair named the most on-time airline in the Middle East and Africa region in 2024!
(Posted 09th January 2025) Aviation analytics company Cirium has announced the winner of its annual On-Time Performance Review. According to the company’s set of extensive and unbiased data, derived from over 600 real-time information sources, South African regional low cost-carrier FlySafair has been named the most on-time airline in the Middle East and Africa region in 2024. […]
Uganda Tourism advertises job of CEO
(Posted 08th January 2025) The Uganda Tourism Board has published an advert to seek applications for the position of CEO as the present office holder’s second term is due to end in early March of this year. The details of the advert are shown below: Vacancy title: Chief Executive Officer [ Type: FULL […]
Airlink cancels flights to Nampula / Mozambique
(Posted 07th January 2025) Airlink regrets to announce the cancellation of today’s flights to and from Nampula in Mozambique. Affected customers will be given a full refund or re-routed via Maputo, Beira or Vilanculos. The decision to cancel today’s operations to Nampula follows a claim for damages instituted in Mozambique Court application by […]
Kruger National Park: Heavy rain forces temporary closure of Phabeni Gate and several roads! [update]
(Posted 07th January 2025) SANParks has announced that the S39 north of the Timbavati Picnic site is badly damaged and unaccessible. Access to the picnic site is only possible via the S127 and Satara Rest Camp at this stage. South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that due to the current heavy rain Phabeni Gate, located on the southwestern edge […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (January to May 2025)!
(Posted 07th January 2025) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued the Seasonal Climate Watch for January to May 2025. The outlook shows that the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) remains in a neutral state and is expected to weaken further. Forecasts suggest that a weak La Niña may develop by mid-summer, potentially impacting South Africa’s summer rainfall only in the […]
Uganda ready to host the African Union Extra-Ordinary Summit
(Posted 07th January 2025) Uganda will host the African Union Extra-Ordinary Summit to Consider the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy & Implementation Plan 2026 – 2035 at Speke Resort Munyonyo between 9th – 11th January 2025 The Summit is expected to draw participation from the forty-nine (49) AU Member States. […]
