5000 Stories of Change, here are 3
(Posted 18th October 2024) At African Parks, our mission goes beyond conservation. With over 5,000 full-time African staff and many more people benefitting from our work, we’re committed to empowering local people. Thanks to your support, thousands of lives across Africa are positively impacted by the work you help us do. Here are […]
United Helps 20,000+ Customers Find Right Aircraft for their Wheelchair with Industry-First Digital Sizing Tool
(Posted 18th October 2024) More than 20,000 customers who travel with wheelchairs have already used United’s industry-first digital sizing tool since it launched in March 2024, with feedback from those customers helping contribute to a nearly four-point improvement in customer satisfaction scores compared to a year earlier. As part of today’s announcement and as another way […]
Five elephants killed in Zambia after vexed translocations, NGO says toll is higher
(Posted 17th October 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Ed Stoddard, Daily Maverick The International Fund for Animal Welfare has confirmed that five elephants have been killed in recent months on the Zambian side of Malawi’s Kasungu National Park in retaliation for crop raiding. But an NGO says the toll is […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 17th October 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS United Airlines Announces New Nonstop Year-Round Flights Between Dakar and Washington D.C. Airspace Africa United Airlines today announced plans to further expand its Africa route network with the introduction of a new nonstop year-round three-times weekly service between Dakar and Washington, D.C., the airline’s […]
GITEX GLOBAL 2024: Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution unveiled to the world
(Posted 17th October 2024) As AI takes centre stage in drug discovery, the world could soon witness the most significant shift in medicine since the advent of modern pharmaceuticals International exhibitors presented the most groundbreaking innovations helping shape the future of society and industry “Cybersecurity Day” next up as world’s largest […]
African Development Bank Group Appoints Moono Mupotola as Deputy Director General for Southern Africa
(Posted 17th October 2024) The African Development Bank Group has appointed Moono Mupotola, as Deputy Director General for the Southern Africa Regional Development, Integration and BusinessDelivery Office, effective 16th October 2024. Mupotola, a Zambian national, brings over 25 years of development experience across Africa to her new role. Her expertise spans infrastructure […]
AFRAA & AviAssist join hands for safety
(Posted 17th October 2024) AviAssist is teaming up with the African Airlines Association AFRAA to boost safety excellence in African aviation. AviAssist and AFRAA have signed an agreement shortly after the World Aviation Festival that took place close to the Foundation’s home base in the Netherlands. Under the framework of collaboration, AFRAA […]
Are you wondering where the next Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge will be hosted?
(Posted 16th October 2024) Get Ready For The Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge Nairobi to Host Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge In a collaborative effort to foster youth entrepreneurship and innovation in the African tourism sector, Africa Tourism Partners (UN Tourism Affiliate Member), […]
Africa Tourism News and Culture Roundup
(Posted 16th October 2024) Courtesy of Africa Tourism Association OCTOBER 2024 | Issue 24-10 HOW TOURISM IS DRIVING ECONOMIC GROWTH ACROSS AFRICA From gorilla trekking in Rwanda to historical landmarks in Ghana, CNN explores the initiatives being done to promote tourism among Africans. Read More AFRICA & AMERICAS UNITE AT […]
GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE REPORTS OUTSTANDING Q3 NUMBERS
(Posted 16th October 2024) Hotel revenues reach U$2 billion up 15% year-to-date, with room-nights up 16% Cross-brand revenues hit US$276 million, up 30%, and direct bookings soar 40% International stays dominate, contributing 66% of room revenue US, UK, Germany and Australia are top feeder markets for Q3, together delivering 26% of total international […]
TravelComments.com – Ranking: Cape Town named world’s best value long haul holiday destination!
(Posted 16th October 2024) A report from Post Office Travel Money (UK) has revealed that Cape Town in South Africa is currently the world’s best value long haul holiday destination. Local price falls, together with a weaker South African rand, have combined to bring costs for… READ MORE
Namibia pushes for ivory stockpile sale
(Posted 16th October 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Albertina Nakale, New Era Live Environment minister Pohamba Shifeta has revealed plans to submit a Cabinet proposal to allow Namibia to sell or dispose of its tonnes of ivory and rhino horn stockpiles. In May, five nations that make up the Kavango-Zambezi […]
Elevate Your 2025 Celebration with Front-Row Views
(Posted 16th October 2024) Starting at 3:30 pm on December 31, 2024, guests can enjoy a vibrant array of live entertainment throughout the day, including DJ performances, live bands, and children’s activities Emaar (www.Emaar.com) is offering an exclusive New Year’s Eve experience at Burj Park, with front-row views of the Burj […]
Hospitality Providers Digital Skills & Online Sales Training Workshops from Experts
(Posted 15th October 2024) Hotel Link Solutions is offering a hospitality sector specific workshop in Entebbe in November. Boasting digital skills, online sales for hotel / accommodation, tourism & leisure businesses makes this event a must attend. In 3 Days, You’ll Learn About: Day 1: Tuesday 12th Nov 2024 | Registration at […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 41, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 15th October 2024) Introduction. Week 41 of 2024 marked Global Customer Service Week, with many organizations in both aviation and other sectors celebrating employees who have gone “Above and Beyond.” This year’s theme inspired reflections on the customer experience journey. At AeroTrail, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all […]
Hamburg Sustainability Conference spotlights youth entrepreneurship in Africa
(Posted 15th October 2024) African youth entrepreneurs supported the by African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) took center stage at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference on Monday. During a session, titled “Empowering Young Entrepreneurs in Africa,” executives of the African Development Bank and its partner the African Guarantee Fund, as well as young African […]
Africa Aviation Innovation Summit 2024, 17 – 18 October, Nairobi – Kenya
(Posted 15th October 2024) Kenya Airways and the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) have the pleasure to stage the Africa Aviation Innovation Summit, scheduled to be held from 17-18 October 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya. The Summit provides a forum for African aviation leaders and stakeholders to meet and forge ways of leveraging innovation for […]
TravelComments.com – South African Airways (SAA): More flights to key destinations!
(Posted 15th October 2024) South African flag carrier, South African Airways (SAA), has announced a significant increase in its flight frequencies to key African destinations, starting next month. Starting in November 2024, SAA will operate 12 weekly flights to both… READ MORE
Uganda signs major construction deal with Turkish company
(Posted 14th October 2024) Standard gauge electric railway line to be built between the Kenyan border in Malaba to Kampala (Phase 1) Turkish construction company Yapi Merkezi and Uganda government sign contract for the SGR extension to link Kampala to the Kenyan capital Nairobi and the Indian Ocean port city of Mombasa […]
Wildlife populations decline 73 percent over past half-century, report says
(Posted 14th October 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Al Jazeera Wildlife populations across the globe have shrunk by more than 70 percent over the past half-century, according to the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). The conservation charity published a stocktake on Thursday, assessing more than 5,000 species of mammals, […]
5 must-have courses in 2024 for Civil Aviation Authorities & ANSPs.
(Posted 14th October 2024) 2024 Essentials to Improve Your ANSPs & Civil Aviation Authorities Skills State Safety Program (SSP) Implementation Explore Classroom > Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS) Explore Classroom > Explore Virtual Classroom > Human Factors in Aviation Explore Classroom > Explore Virtual Classroom > Regulatory and Operational Management of […]
GITEX GLOBAL and Expand North Star set to accelerate world’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) economy
(Posted 14th October 2024) GITEX GLOBAL and Expand North Star set to accelerate world’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) economy with market projected to reach $2.7 trillion by 2032 GITEX GLOBAL the world’s largest tech and startup event, takes centre stage in the UAE as of today with this year’s 44th edition […]
Tanzania Pushes for More Elephant Hunting Permits Amid Controversy
(Posted 14th October 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and allAfrica Tanzanian authorities are moving to issue more hunting permits for elephants, despite rising international calls to ban trophy hunting near its border with Kenya. Because of the country’s initiative, the number of legal elephant kills has increased over the […]
WWF report offers glimmer of conservation hope — yet warns of a planet in peril
(Posted 14th October 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Anne Nzouankeu, David Akana, MongaBay With recent conservation efforts and the involvement of Indigenous peoples and local communities in managing protected areas, forest elephant populations are on the verge of stabilizing. This is, among other things, what emerges from the “Living Planet […]
Comic Con Africa 2024 draws 70,000 visitors
(Posted 13th October 2024) Comic Con Africa, which took place from the 26 th to the 29 th of September, drew 70,000 visitors to the Johannesburg Expo Centre, making it one of the biggest pop culture and gaming festivals on the continent. “When you break Comic Con Africa down by the numbers, […]
United Adds Eight New Destinations in Largest International Expansion in its History
(Posted 13th October 2024) United’s Summer 2025 schedule includes service to eight new cities: Dakar, Senegal Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia; Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Nuuk, Greenland; Palermo, Italy; Bilbao, Spain; Madeira Island, Portugal; Faro, Portugal. United Airlines has announced the largest international expansion in its history with service to eight new cities. Starting in May 2025, […]
Tourism Sector: SuperBridge Summit 2024 attracts prominent industry leaders and announces key speakers
(Posted 13th October 2024) The summit, to take place on October 15th and 16th, 2024, at the One&Only One Za’abeel Hotel, Dubai, will foster collaboration and dialogue on critical global issues The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and the SuperBridge Council have announced the diverse lineup of its key speakers for the second […]
TravelComments.com – Mthatha Airport (UTT): Flight disruptions expected due to inclement weather conditions!
(Posted 12th October 2024) Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS), the company that provides air traffic, navigation, training and associated services within South Africa, has informed the public that inclement weather conditions are currently affecting operations at Mthatha Airport (UTT) in Mthatha in South Africa’s Eastern Cape…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – eSwatini: Eswatini Air launches a complimentary shuttle service to/from King Mswati III International Airport (SHO)!
(Posted 12th October 2024) The flag carrier of the Kingdom of eSwatini, Eswatini Air, is set to introduce a complimentary shuttle service for all its passengers travelling to and from King Mswati III International Airport (SHO). The shuttle stops include Mbabane, Ezulwini, Matsapha, and Manzini. Eswatini Air’s new shuttle service will commence operations on… READ MORE
First of four Airbus A350-1000 scheduled for delivery to Ethiopian Airlines
(Posted 12th October 2024) Ethiopian Airlines will take delivery of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000 this October. The airline ordered initially four of the largest A350 family member in 2022. The new aircraft has already been registered as ET-BAW and is configured in a two class layout of 46 seats in business class and […]
