#TourismInvestAfrica concludes first ever on-line workshop
(Posted 03rd October 2023) It’s exactly a week today when we launched the maiden edition of the “African Tourism and Hospitality Investment-Ready Business Workshop“, and it was a successful event. We made history as the workshop was held on #worldtourismday and aligned with the theme “Tourism and Green Investment” where we also directed attention […]
First World Sustainability Symposium Opens in Madrid
(Posted 03rd October 2023) The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) inaugural World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) opened in Madrid with a focus on actions needed to achieve the aviation industry’s commitment to net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. “Air travel demand shows that we all want a world where we can fly and do so while […]
#AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues – This month with Ms. Jenifer Bamuturaki, CEO – #UgandaAirlines
(Posted 03rd October 2023) Compliments from AFRAA! Ms. Jenifer Bamuturaki, CEO – Uganda Airlines and President/Host of the AFRAA 55th Annual General Assembly takes centre stage at the October edition of AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues session scheduled for tomorrow, 04th October at 14h00 EAT (UTC: 11h00). Join us for a thought-provoking one-on-one dialogue […]
#UgandaAirlines set to hold Uganda – Nigeria business forum
(Posted 03rd October 2023) Uganda Airlines is joining hands with UNDP Uganda for a joint hosting of the #UgandaNigeriaBusinessForum ahead of the #Entebbe #Lagos route launch. Like previously done ahead of the launch of the new Mumbai route, when the airline had hosted a similar business forum to bring together the commercial communities […]
#WorldHabitatDay worth the recognition it deserves says Alain St.Ange
(Posted 03rd October 2023) The Vice President of WTN (World Tourism Network) Alain St.Ange, said as he left Bali after TIME 2023 Tourism Summit that recognising World Habitat Day needed more attention. The Bali Tourism Summit brought to the table points that needed consideration for a sustainable tourism development order. The scary thoughts […]
Did you know that Lord Baden Powell was buried in #Nyeri #Kenya
(Posted 03rd October 2023) By Lucy Maruhi, Guru Nature Walk Paradise Did you know that Lord Baden Powell was the founder and first Chief Scout of the world-wide Scout Movement and founder, with his sister Agnes, of the world-wide Girl Guide/Girl Scout Movement? Baden-Powell authored the first editions of the seminal work […]
Can UNESCO safeguard this lush African watershed from oil drilling?
(Posted 03rd October 2023) By Jeffrey Barbee/Laurel Neme, National Geographic via African Elephant News / Save the Elephants The Okavango Delta took center stage at UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee annual meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in September, with the committee expressing its “utmost” concern for the potential risk of oil and gas […]
ATLF 2023 MASTERCLASSES AND INTRA AFRICA BUSINESS NETWORKING SESSIONS STARTS TODAY
(Posted 03rd October 2023) ATLF 2023 transformational entrepreneurship masterclasses and Intra-Africa Business to Business networking sessions starts will start today, 03rd October at the Gaborone International Convention Center (GICC) – Okavango room from 9am -5pm. These will serve as a precursor to the 6th and 2023 Africa Tourism Leadership Forum. The B2B […]
LATAM Airlines takes delivery of its first A321neo, adds 13 more to orderbook
(Posted 03rd October 2023) LATAM Airlines has taken delivery of its first A321neo leased from AerCap and placed an order for 13 additional A321neo aircraft to further expand its route network and drive its regional growth. This is the first delivery of a committed backlog of 76 A321neo aircraft. In total, LATAM […]
Exploring the Enchanting Lower Zambezi in #Zambia: Top 5 Things to Do
(Posted 03rd October 2023) From breath-taking landscapes to thrilling activities, here are the Top 5 things to do in Lower Zambezi… READ MORE New ‘Electric Dhow’ at Tongabezi The surge in electric vehicles shows no signs of abating. Lodges across the country are dipping their toes into […]
#BrusselsAirlines gets new amenity kit created by three Belgian craftswomen
(Posted 03rd October 2023) After successful collaborations between Brussels Airlines and famous Belgian brands such as Natan and Rainpharma, it is now time for three eminent entrepreneurs from Ghent to design the amenity kit for business class passengers on Brussels Airlines’ long haul flights. Handbag designer Griet Aesaert, skincare expert Barbara Geusens […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 03rd 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
#AuricAir #Tanzania’s latest news updates
(Posted 02nd October 2023) Auric Air has received the BARS (Basic Aviation Risk Standard) registration status 2023 – 2024 We are delighted to infom you that we have completed the latest BARS audit and have received our BARS certification for the year, 2023-2024 from The Flight Safari Foundation’s (FSF) Basic Aviation Risk Standard […]
Rodrigues Island: Funding Secured for the Plaine Corail Airport New Runway Project
(Posted 02nd October 2023) Rodrigues Island received official confirmation from the World Bank on Saturday morning, September 30, 2023, regarding the financing of the Plaine Corail Airport runway extension project. The World Bank has agreed to allocate $184 million to this significant project, with an additional $16 million provided by the European Union. […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 02nd 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
Customs Arrests Wanted Wildlife Smuggling Kingpin In Lagos
(Posted 01st October 2023) Via African Elephant News by Yusuf Babalola, Leadership The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Friday, said it has arrested a daredevil wildlife smuggler, Felix Maiva, in Lagos. Maiva, according to a press statement made available to LEADERSHIP by the public […]
#SarovaHotels expand to #Nanyuki as Maiyan Resort comes under their management
(Posted 01st October 2023) Sarova Hotels & Resorts has expanded its portfolio with the signing of a franchise agreement with Maiyan Resort, Nanyuki. Starting November 1, 2023, Maiyan Resort will proudly carry the name Sarova Maiyan Nanyuki! This marks the ninth property to join the Sarova group. Sarova Maiyan Nanyuki promises to […]
#ATLF2023: Groundbreaking Masterclasses on Entrepreneurship
(Posted 01st October 2023) University of South Africa, Millat Investments and Africa Tourism Partners have joined forces to deliver Transformational Entrepreneurship Masterclasses for African women, youth, start-ups and entrepreneurs in tourism. These will serve as precursor to Africa Tourism Leadership Forum 2023 and scheduled to take place on the 3rd of October 2023 at the […]
#LufthansaGroup, Air Canada and United Airlines conclude East Africa roadshow
(Posted 30th September 2023) The Lufthansa Group, United and Air Canada concluded the: Connecting East Africa: A Successful Joint Venture Roadshow! The teams in East Africa have just concluded a fantastic East African Roadshow where they joined hands with partners United Airlines and Air Canada. The Joint Venture incorporated 7 of the worlds leading airlines […]
Alain St.Ange – A Life in Tourism, has been launched in Bali
(Posted 30th September 2023) The biography, Alain St.Ange – A Life in Tourism, has been launched in Bali on Friday 29th September in the opening sessions of the WTN Tourism Summit – TIME 2023. Alain St.Ange personally launched the book in the presence of the island’s dignitaries and tourism professionals. On stage […]
#BrusselsAirlines has won a prestigious award for the fifth consecutive year
(Posted 30th September 2023) Brussels Airlines has won a prestigious award for the fifth consecutive year for “THE LOFT by Brussels Airlines and Lexus”, one of the airline’s lounges. THE LOFT was awarded “Europe’s Leading Airline Lounge” on the World Travel Awards, this year awarded in Batumi, Georgia. The Belgian airline keeps […]
AFRICA TOURISM PARTNERS AND UNISA PARTNERS WITH MILLAT INVESTMENTS TO DELIVER TRANSFORMATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP MASTERCLASSES AT ATLF 2023
(Posted 30th September 2023) University of South Africa, Millat Investments and Africa Tourism Partners have joined forces to deliver Transformational Entrepreneurship Masterclasses for African women, youth, start-ups and entrepreneurs in tourism through a transformational entrepreneurship Masterclass. This will serve as precursor to Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards 2023. This is scheduled to take place […]
PODCAST: flydubai’s new route announcement, FlySafair’s new route expansion and Discover Airlines’ African Dream
(Posted 30th September 2023) PODCAST: flydubai’s new route announcement, FlySafair’s new route expansion and Discover Airlines’ African Dream Dear ATCNews Readers, We are delighted to bring you three podcasts looking at some of the latest developments in the African aviation market. To keep up to date with these news ensure you are […]
TravelComments.com – Mozambique: LAM – Mozambique Airlines has launched a new non-stop service to South Africa!
(Posted 29th September 2023) The flag carrier of Mozambique, LAM – Mozambique Airlines, has introduced new non-stop service to South Africa. With immediate effect, as of today 29th September, is the airline operating one weekly flight between Inhambane Airport (INH) in Inhambane and… READ MORE
The Elewana Collection Newsletter
(Posted 29th September 2023) SPECIAL OFFERS Enjoy a complimentary night on bookings of three nights over two Elewana properties Guests can claim a free fourth night when booking three nights at select Elewana properties across Kenya and Tanzania. Read more Repeat guests receive 5% discount combinable with other offers We love nothing more […]
Cathay Group orders 32 A320neo Family aircraft
(Posted 29th September 2023) Hong Kong’s Cathay Group has announced the purchase of an additional 32 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft as it continues to invest in expanding and modernising its fleet. The agreement doubles the Cathay Group’s total orders for the A320neo Family to 64, of which 13 have already been delivered. The […]
#UgandaAirlines goes flat out to promote new destinations
(Posted 29th September 2023) Ahead of the launch of flights between Entebbe and Mumbai in October – Uganda Airlines will be the only carrier on the route flying directly between the two airports – has the airline pulled out all stops to promote traffic. The route will be served with Uganda Airline’s […]
Create the ultimate passenger experience
(Posted 29th September 2023) Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from the experts and network with the industry leaders as they debate a multitude of passenger experience topics such as: Digital identity Industry-government partnerships Aligning airport infrastructure Wayfinding A top-down approach to accessibility Wheelchair best practice Get all the information you need […]
The return of the elephants to Babanango Game Reserve
(Posted 29th September 2023) Via Africa Elephant-News and The Novum Times Babanango Game Reserve has introduced elephants onto its 20,000-hectare property in an extraordinary stride for South African wildlife conservation efforts. This occasion signals their triumphant return to an area of Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, where they have been absent for more than 150 […]
African Fashion Meets Afternoon Tea at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
(Posted 29th September 2023) This November, Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town will host CONFECTIONS X COLLECTIONS (CxC): an annual coming-together of creative expression fusing five days of exclusive salon-style fashion shows, with designer-inspired confectionery. During this much-anticipated event, the iconic pink hotel will showcase an all-star cast of leading fashion […]
