TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Orpen Road (R31) detour reopens just in time for Heritage Day weekend
(Posted 25th September 2026) Good news for anyone heading to Kruger National Park’s Orpen Gate this long weekend: the temporary detour around the flood-damaged section of the R531 is open again — but only for now…. READ MORE
The technology for seamless and contact-free air travel is ready and rolling out
(Posted 25th September 2026) Talks at ICAO TRIP Symposium focus on how to broaden and accelerate implementation The facilities and systems enabling passengers to fly and cross borders will soon face unprecedented pressure, with global passenger volumes more than doubling over the next 25 years. The good news is that the […]
ACI Africa – 35 YEARS. ONE CONTINENT. A JOURNEY STILL TAKING FLIGHT.
(Posted 25th September 2026) From airports that once served as gateways between a handful of destinations to an increasingly connected continent alive with possibility, Africa’s aviation story has been one of remarkable transformation, and for 35 years, ACI Africa has grown alongside it. Through changing skies, emerging technologies and evolving passenger expectations, we […]
Auric Air Tanzania – Nachingwea is closer than ever before
(Posted 25th September 2026) BRINGING REMOTE TANZANIA CLOSER TO YOU Fly Dar es Salaam ? Nachingwea with Auric Air Auric Air connects Dar es Salaam and Nachingwea, offering a convenient air link for business travellers, residents, visitors and those travelling to explore more of Southern Tanzania. Skip the long journey by road and […]
TravelComments.com – Malawi Tightens Currency Rules: What travellers need to know
(Posted 25th September 2026) Travellers leaving Malawi now face new limits on the amount of foreign and Malawi currency they can take across the country’s borders. The changes are particularly relevant to visitors who bring substantial amounts of cash into Malawi for their trip…. READ MORE
Cargo Screening Alone Cannot Solve Undeclared Dangerous Goods Risk
(Posted 25th September 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for stronger, collaborative action across the air cargo supply chain in a multi-layered approach to counter the risks from undeclared and mis-declared dangerous goods. The call comes amid discussions among regulators on the role of existing aviation security screening processes as a […]
Moses Matovu of Afrigo Band – RIP
(Posted 24th September 2026) Uganda’s veteran musician and Afrigo Band leader Moses Matovu has died last night after he was aattacked by unknown assailants in Kampala. A police statement said that Matovu, who was a key figure in the formation and growth of Afrigo Band and known well beyond Uganda’s borders, was […]
Europe just beat its first SAF mandate
(Posted 24th September 2026) Courtesy of Damian Mc Loughlin / LinkedIn EASA – European Union Aviation Safety Agency‘s numbers: 1.1 million tons of SAF in 2025, 2.8% against a 2% obligation, delivered to 121 airports. A real result for our supply chain. The other numbers: 80% of it was used cooking […]
Africa Tourism Awards 2026
(Posted 24th September 2026) If you’re discovering Africa Tourism Awards for the first time, start here. Africa Tourism Awards is a celebration of the people, organisations, destinations and innovations shaping African tourism. On 1 November 2026, the industry comes together at Hilton London Canary Wharf for an evening of recognition, connection […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town Beach Alerts: New tool lets travellers check beach water quality
(Posted 24th September 2026) Travellers heading to Cape Town’s beaches and tidal pools now have a new way to check coastal conditions before heading to the water. The City of Cape Town has launched Cape Town Beach Alerts, an online platform covering beaches and tidal pools along the Atlantic and False Bay […]
Invitation: Joint ICAO/ACI/IATA Symposium on Accessibility in International Civil Aviation
(Posted 24th September 2026) Creating an air transport system that is accessible, inclusive and welcoming to all travellers requires collaboration, shared expertise and a collective commitment to removing barriers across every stage of the passenger journey. With this purpose in mind, we are pleased to invite you to participate in the Second […]
Lions in Tanzania / Here’s what’s happening
(Posted 24th September 2026) Courtesy of Serengeti Watch The good news, and this is very important — Tanzania’s protected areas have become a haven for most of the world’s lion population. This last bastions for the species provides hope for the future. Estimate vary, but a recent census by the Tanzania Wildlife […]
Showcase Indian Ocean: Unlock Capital, Real Estate, Hospitality
IPosted 24th September 2026) The re-positioned, fourth edition of the flagship real estate summit highlights the Indian Ocean corridor as a proving ground for the world’s most recognisable luxury hospitality brands and independent operators, representing one of Africa’s most compelling investment stories Showcase Indian Ocean, formerly the API Mauritius & Indian Ocean […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa’s Rhino population grows 4.9%, but poaching remains a threat
(Posted 24th September 2026) South Africa marked World Rhino Day on 22 September 2026 with an update on its rhino population — still the largest in the world. Here’s what the numbers actually mean if you’re planning a safari…. READ MORE
Seychelles gets August visitor boost
(Posted 24th September 2026) A 14.1 percent visitor arrival increase in August, the strongest in four years, has boosted the overall arrival statistics of the Seychelles. The first half of 2026 saw numbers dwindling, largely caused by the outbreak of the Middle East war and subsequent air transport disruptions. Gulf carriers serving Mahe […]
TravelComments.com – Eastern Cape Free Access Week 2026: 11 reserves waive entry fees from 24 September
(Posted 24th September 2026) The Eastern Cape Parks & Tourism Agency (ECPTA) will offer free day access to 11 provincial nature reserves in the Eastern Cape from 24 September to 04 October 2026…. READ MORE
African Parks: 3 Years In. 745 Rhino Rewilded. 19 Landscapes. More than 550,000 Hectares. And Counting.
(Posted 24th September 2026) Courtesy of African Parks This World Rhino Day marks three years since African Parks took responsibility for approximately 2,000 southern white rhino and began an ambitious ten-year effort to rewild them into secure, well-managed protected areas across Africa. Since then, 745 rhino have been moved into 19 […]
IATA Brings World Passenger & Financial Symposium to Macao
(Posted 23rd September 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the joint World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS) on 28–29 October 2026 in Macao (SAR), China. Under the theme “From Vision to Value: The Next Era of Air Travel,” the event will bring together leaders from across airline […]
TravelComments.com – Free access to selected Cape Town nature reserves over Heritage Day weekend
(Posted 23rd September 2026) The City of Cape Town is giving travellers and locals a good reason to get outdoors in Cape Town this Heritage Day weekend. From Thursday, 24 September to Sunday, 27 September 2026, entry to four of the city’s usually-paid nature reserves will be completely free…. READ MORE
Don’t miss your chance to be part of CNSS 2026
(Posted 23rd September 2026) CNSS is almost here – have you registered? Act soon to secure your place In just a few weeks, the global CNS community will come together in Kotor, Montenegro, for ICAO Air Navigation World 2026 – Communications, Navigation, Surveillance, and Spectrum Symposium (CNSS) — if you’re planning to attend, now is […]
Africa Aviation Trails: Week 37, 2026.
(Posted 23rd September 2026) Courtesy of Mr. Alex Koech and AeroTrail Limited The latest edition of AeroTrail Africa Aviation Trails is out! From new routes and regulatory developments to fleet additions, infrastructure investments, financing, agreements and strategic partnerships, we track the developments shaping Africa’s aviation industry—so you don’t have to search […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts named Official Hotel Partner of Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027
(Posted 23rd September 2026) Partnership builds on IHG’s long-standing commitment to rugby around the world Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 set to be the largest edition of the tournament to date, with 24 teams competing across 52 matches in seven Host Cities. IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s […]
World Spa Awards reveals finest spa and wellness experiences for 2026
(Posted 22nd September 2026) World Spa Awards has announced its 2026 winners, celebrating excellence across the global spa and wellness industry. Now in its twelfth year, the awards programme recognises the outstanding spas, wellness retreats, brands and experiences setting the benchmark for excellence in a rapidly evolving sector. Leading this year’s honours, […]
TravelComments.com – British Airways increases London–Cape Town flights for northern summer 2027
(Posted 23rd September 2026) British Airways will increase its London Heathrow–Cape Town service from seven to 10 flights per week during the 2027 summer season, giving travellers more flexibility when planning trips between the UK and South Africa… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Sendelingsdrift pontoon closed in |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park
(Posted 22nd September 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the the Sendelingsdrift Pontoon at the Sendelingsdrift border post in the |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park is temporarily closed from 21 September 2026 due to high water levels…. READ MORE
Condor confirms their Frankfurt-Seychelles service to be year-round
(Posted 22nd September 2026) German leisure airline Condor has made its direct Frankfurt-Seychelles service year-round, ending the roughly four-month seasonal gap on a route linking the island nation with its largest tourism source market. The first flight following the seasonal break arrived at Seychelles International Airport last Saturday, September 19th, marking the start […]
Peace needs credible and responsible tourism
(Posted 22nd September 2026) Courtesy of Amb. Dr. Alain St. Ange Former Seychelles tourism minister and Ambassador-at-Large Alain St. Ange approaches the issue from another direction: credibility. His message warns against measuring tourism success principally through visitor volume. Tourism, he argues, can strengthen communities or gradually erode them, and economic reach […]
Botswana will slaughter 25 elephants to celebrate the country’s 60th Anniversary of Independence
(Posted 22nd September 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Tanzania Times (Tanzania Times), September 20, 2026 Botswana will be celebrating the country’s 60th Anniversary of Independence on Wednesday, the 30th of September 2026. And somehow the government in Gaborone is planning to kill nearly 25 elephants for the Diamond Jubilee occasion. Reports […]
Why Discounting Isn’t Always the Answer to Low Demand
(Posted 22nd September 2026) Courtesy of Mr. John Kangethe / LinkedIn When demand slows, the instinct in travel is simple. Lower the price. But discounting carries a hidden cost, especially when lodges and safari suppliers start offering cheaper rates directly to consumers than the rates given to the agents and DMCs who […]
Michelin Guide recognizes Hemingways Nairobi and Hemingways Ol Seki
(Posted 22nd September 2026) A particularly special recognition came for the Hemingways Collection this week. For the second year running, both Hemingways Nairobi and Hemingways Ol Seki Mara have been recognised in the MICHELIN Guide Key Awards with Nairobi retaining One MICHELIN Key and Ol Seki Two MICHELIN Keys. With only seven properties […]