6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards breaks records
(Posted 14th October 2023) Hosted by the Government of Botswana through the Botswana Tourism Organisation in collaboration with Africa Tourism Partners, UNWTO and AfCFTA, the 6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards was a resounding success. Held from 04 to 06 October at the Grand Palm International Convention Centre in Gaborone Botswana, ATLF […]
Discover Belgium’s Comic Con: FACTS
(Posted 14th October 2023) FACTS is celebrating their 30th edition this year! On the 21st and 22nd of October, you can fully immerse yourself in the worlds of Sci-Fi and Fantasy. Explore the countless stands, meet celebrities, show off your best cosplay skills or stroll past the food and shopping venues of your favourite […]
Envisioning the Future of Sustainable Tourism
(Posted 14th October 2023) The staggering impact of climate change and environmental issues means that sustainability can no longer be ignored. It is one of the few global trends set to be ever-present over the coming decades, impacting industries worldwide, and none more so than the global travel and tourism industry. Against this […]
#EthiopianAirlines wins “Cargo Airline of the year 2023” award
(Posted 14th October 2023) The prestigious Air Cargo News Awards took place in the UK on Thursday night with 15 companies walking away with a trophy. More than 240 people attended the 39th awards ceremony that was this year presented by writer and comedian Dominic Holland at the Hilton London Syon Park. […]
#AirSeychelles halts flights to Tel Aviv
(Posted 13th October 2023) Air Seychelles announced the suspension of flights between Mahe and Tel Aviv, effective immediately. The airlines was until now operating four flights per week, after Israel become a major source of tourists to the Seychelles islands over the past years. Said an airline spokesperson: “The safety of our passengers […]
TravelComments.com – George (Western Cape): George Airport (GRJ) is currently experiencing technical disruptions due to power cuts!
(Posted 13th October 2023) Definitely a Friday the 13th development with both Cape Town and now George temporarily out of service) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has announced that George Airport (GRJ) in George in South Africa’s Western Cape is currently experiencing technical disruptions due to unforeseen power related challenges. This disruptions have impacted the airport’s… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Main runway at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) temporarily closed!
(Posted 13th October 2023) The main runway at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town is currently closed due to an aircraft (TAAG Angola Airlines) that developed technical issues on the runway. The incident happend just after 14:00 on 12 October 2023. The aircraft was subsequently removed from the main runway, and this was followed […]
Mountain Dispatches – News from Mount Kenya Trust
(Posted 13th October 2023) The Kenyan community?s trusted co-steward in protecting, preserving, and enriching one of the most vulnerable UNESCO World Heritage sites in the world – Mount Kenya. We are so proud of our World Ranger Challenge team! MOUNTAIN DISPATCHES July – September 2023 Another extremely active quarter for the MKT teams! […]
#Kenya’s Mercy Makau recognized with ‘Women in Emerging Aviation Technologies Award’
(Posted 13th October 2023) Kenya’s Mercy Makau will be honored at the 7th Annual Women in Emerging Aviation Technologies Awards ceremony taking place at the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C. on Wednesday October 25th. Women and Drones has announced the list of inductees being named to the Women […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Africa’s first “Time Out Market” to open in Cape Town in November 2023!
(Posted 13th October 2023) The Time Out Group has annouced the opening date of the first “Time Out Market” in Africa. The “Time Out Market Cape Town” is set to open to the public on 17 November 2023 at 11:00 at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. “Time Out Market” is a food and cultural market that […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
Posted 13th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
#Airbus announces changes to the leadership team
(Posted 12th October 2023) Airbus SE has announced changes to the leadership team led by Chief Executive Officer Guillaume Faury, as well as the appointment of a designated Commercial Aircraft business management team which will operate under the helm of Christian Scherer. “Looking at our key priorities, we want to put the Company […]
Alain St. Ange set to be key note speaker at tourism conference in Egypt
(Posted 12th October 2023) Former Tourism Minister of Seychelles Alain St.Ange will be a speaker at the first international conference “Sustainable Scientific Research and Digital Transformation: A Future Vision for Tourism, Hospitality, and Antiquities”, The conference will be held in Egypt next week from October 17th to 19th, 2023 is being held under […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 12th October 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Launch | Flutterwave to Integrate Payments Settlements USDC Stablecoin on Hedera Blockchain Bitke Flutterwave recently announced the rebranding of its cross-border remittance solution from $end to Send App to facilitate easier, faster, and more affordable money transfers from people in the diaspora to Africa. […]
THE 6TH AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM AND AWARDS 2023 BREAKS ANOTHER RECORD
(Posted 12th October 2023) Hosted by the Government of Botswana through the Botswana Tourism Organisation in collaboration with Africa Tourism Partners, UNWTO and AfCFTA, the 6 th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards was a resounding success. Held from 04 to 06 October at the Grand Palm International Convention Centre in Gaborone […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 12th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – Angola: TAAG Angola Airlines to return to the UK
(Posted 12th October 2023) According to reports from various aviation news websites, TAAG Angola Airlines, the flag carrier of Angola, is set to make a return to the United Kingdom. The airline, which just recently ordered four 787 Dreamliner aircraft from Boeing, is set to introduce a non-stop service on bord a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft between Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport […]
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: Update on road closures and repairs following the recent adverse weather conditions!
(Posted 11th October 2023) The Western Cape Government has released an update on road closures and repairs in the Western Cape following the severe rainfall and subsequent flooding on the weekend of 22 – 25 September 2023. According to the Premier of the Western Cape, Alan Winde, the damage is widespread and extensive. The current estimate of the […]
#Condor partners with #AviaReps in Eastern Africa
(Posted 11th October 2023) (AviaReps General Manager Kenya and Tanzania, Ms. Lilian Musyoka, is seen in the picture with the Condor Team East Africa) AVIAREPS, the world’s leading international representation, marketing and communications company for aviation, tourism, hospitality, and food & beverage brands, has been appointed as General Sales Agent (GSA) for […]
Just weeks to go now for the 55th AGA of #AFRAA
(Posted 11th October 2023) The 55th Annual General Assembly of AFRAA, the African Airlines Association, promises to be one of the year’s most exciting aviation events. The meeting will take place in Kampala / Uganda at the Speke Conference Centre in Munyonyo, where national airline Uganda Airlines is the host carrier. […]
Rodrigues se prépare pour accueillir des bateaux de croisière à partir du 12 décembre 2023
(Posted 11th October 2023) Courtesy of Joey Nicles, written for ATCNews L’annonce de l’arrivée des bateaux de croisière à Rodrigues à partir du 12 décembre a été annoncée, mercredi 03 octobre dernier à Paris, en ouverture de la 45e édition du grand rendez-vous des professionnels du tourisme et du voyage […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 11th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news 0
Nairobi JKIA security personnel foil ivory smuggling attempt
(Posted 10th October 2023) Via African Elephant News and Achieng’ Mary, K24 News An Indonesian national was on Monday arrested at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for illegal possession of ivory worth Ksh10 million. According to a statement shared by the Kenya Airports Authority, the suspect was arrested moments before he boarded […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Steenbras River Gorge and Crystal Pools hiking trail closed for this hiking season!
(Posted 10th October 2023) The City of Cape Town has announced that the Steenbras River Gorge and Crystal Pools hiking trail will remain closed for this hiking season. The storm over the long weekend (22 – 25 September 2023) resulted in severe flooding of the Steenbras Nature Reserve and along Clarence Drive near Gordon’s Bay. Rivers have been diverted and entire sections of the Steenbras […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Table Bay Nature Reserve Rietvlei section bird hide temporarily closed!
(Posted 10th October 2023) Following the severe rainfall and subsequent flooding on the weekend of 22 – 25 September 2023, the Old Friend’s hide and a section of the boardwalk leading to the hide located in the Rietvlei section of the Table Bay Nature Reserve in Cape Town have been temporarily closed. According to the City of Cape Town’s Spatial Planning […]
#easyJet signs up to #Airbus’ pioneering carbon removal solution
(Posted 10th October 2023) easyJet has become the first airline in the world to sign a contract with Airbus for its carbon-removal initiative. Available through the Airbus Carbon Capture Offer, the technology uses Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DACCS), to offer airlines worldwide carbon removal credits to advance their decarbonisation goals. […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 10th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – #Angola lifts tourist visa requirement for travellers from 98 countries!
(Posted 10th October 2023) Angola has waived tourist visa requirements for citizens from several countries in a bid to boost local tourism. According to Presidential Decree No. 189/23 (29 September 2023), the country has passed a resolution to allow travellers from 98 countries visa-free entry for for a period of up to… READ MORE
Experience Africa 2024 – Dates have now been confirmed!
(Posted 09th October 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, It’s that time of year again! Gear up for Experience Africa 2024 which will be taking place in central London from 01st to 03rd of July 2024. We will be building on the vibrancy from Chelsea Football Club with an exciting new venue which […]
Alain St. Ange meets Shanna Shannon, the youth Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia
(Posted 09th October 2023) Shanna Shannon, a Singer, Social Activist, Youth Motivator, Founder of Shanna Shannon Indonesia Banget Fondation met Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports & Marine in Jakarta and received a copy of the biography ‘Alain St.Ange – A Life in Tourism’ in the presence of […]
