Air Seychelles confirms Rome as next long haul destination
(Posted 19th March 2026) Starting on the 28th of March will Air Seychelles add a twice weekly service to and from Rome. This comes in addition to an earlier announcement made that from 20th of March the airline will start to operate thrice weekly flights to and from Paris. The move is […]
China Is Traveling Again — Are You Ready?
(Posted 19th March 2026) CVS: China Visitors Summit 2026 – China Market Update ? March 19, 2026 ? 11:00 AM (Frankfurt Time / CET) Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RPVv0GgaQVGk–QMpZJhCw Join us for a 30-minute webinar introducing the China Visitors Summit (CVS) 2026, taking place September 1–2, 2026 at the Frankfurt Marriott Hotel. During this session […]
TRIP Symposium 2026: Registration is now open
(Posted 19th March 2026) Registration is now open for the Twenty-First Symposium and Exhibition on the ICAO Traveller Identification Programme (TRIP), taking place from 22 to 24 September 2026 at ICAO Headquarters in Montréal, Canada. As the global aviation industry responds to increased traveller volumes, the need for more efficient and secure ways to identify and process travellers […]
Huge Order for Airbus as AerCap confirms 100 additional Airbus A320neo Family aircraft
(Posted 19th March 2026) AerCap Holdings N.V. (“AerCap”) has signed a firm order with Airbus for 23 A320neo and 77 A321neo aircraft. This transaction underscores AirCap’s strategy of investing in the world’s most in-demand, fuel-efficient technology to meet the long-term requirements of its global airline customer base. “This order for 100 A320neo Family […]
Beitbridge RDC tackles elephant-human conflict across the district
(Posted 18th March 2026) Thupeyo Muleya, Herald Online (Zimbabwe), March 17, 2026 The Beitbridge Rural District Council (BBRDC) has enlisted the services of professional hunters to address the ongoing problem of elephants and human conflict across the district. Elephants have become a perennial problem for the community members living near water bodies […]
‘We cannot replace USAID, but we can do big things’: conservation plots a future without American money
(Posted 18th March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Michelle Nijhuis, The Guardian (U.S), March 16, 2026 On 22 January 2024, at the inauguration of the current Liberian president, Joseph Boakai, the US-based Liberian poet Patricia Jabbeh Wesley paid tribute to the west African nation’s tropical forests – one of the places […]
Uganda’s government considering a railway link with Tanzania
(Posted 18th March 2026) Uganda and Tanzania advance plans for a Cross-Border Railway linking Western Uganda to Dar es Salaam port Regional officials say once the Uganda–Tanzania section progresses to advanced planning stages, the Democratic Republic of Congo is expected to formally join the project, potentially expanding the railway deeper into one of […]
BWH® Hotels Strengthens Commitment to African Development Ahead of Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa 2026
(Posted 18th March 2026) Rising Investor Confidence Fuels Ambitious Expansion Across Key African Markets BWH Hotels, a leading global hospitality enterprise including WorldHotels™ , Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay® Hotels announced today its renewed commitment to the African continent as the group prepares to participate in the upcoming Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa taking place […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Point’s Flying Dutchman Funicular temporarily closed for repairs
(Posted 18th March 2026) The Motsamayi Tourism Group, which manages visitor facilities at Cape Point in the Cape of Good Hope section of Table Mountain National Park, Cape Town, has confirmed that the iconic Flying Dutchman Funicular is currently out of operation due to essential maintenance…. READ MORE
IATA – Air Travel Demand Will More Than Double by 2050
(Posted 18th March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its Long Term Demand Projections (LTDP) for air travel, showing that global air passenger demand is expected to more than double by 2050. Under the mid range scenario, demand is forecast to reach 20.8 trillion revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), based on a […]
Tropic Air 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge 2026
(Posted 18th March 2026) ANOTHER AMAZING WEEKEND ON THE MOUNTAIN! AWESOME RIDING, NEAR-PERFECT CONDITIONS, MAGICAL LOCATION WITH OVER 400 COMPETITORS WE WERE ONCE AGAIN AT CAPACITY! YOU RODE AND RAN THROUGH FORESTS, TREKKED ACROSS FARMS, AND POWERED THROUGH CONSERVANCY LAND, ALL TO RAISE ** $82,000 ** VITAL FUNDS TO SUPPORT […]
TRIO NABBED FOR POSSESSION OF IVORY
(Posted 17th March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Arron Nyamayaro, Herald Online (Zimbabwe), March 16, 2026 THREE people were arrested on Thursday for unlawful possession of ivory in Zimuto. Grace Masaiti, 48, Norman Bere, 38, and Richard Madoro, 73 were nabbed by detectives from CID Masvingo. Their arrest came after a […]
See all that you’ll learn in Human Factors in Aviation
(Posted 17th March 2026) Boost aviation safety and performance by understanding human behaviour Thank you for visiting the Human Factors in Aviation (Classroom / Virtual Classroom) page on the IATA website. It looks like you and your organization want to boost aviation safety and performance by understanding human behaviour, and we’d […]
Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa 2026 Announces Award Recipients: Vimbai Masiyiwa and Colin Bell to Be Honoured in Nairobi
(Posted 17th March 2026) The recipients will be celebrated as part of the event programme, including exclusive one-to-one interviews in which they will share reflections on their life stories, leadership journeys and the milestones that have shaped their impact on African hospitality FHS Africa organised by The Bench, is proud to announce the 2026 […]
Atlas Air Worldwide becomes Airbus’ largest A350F freighter customer with an order for 20 aircraft
(Posted 17th March 2026) Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. (“Atlas”), a global leader in airfreight logistics based in the United States in New York, has placed a landmark firm order for 20 Airbus A350F freighters. The order is the largest ever placed for the latest generation fuel efficient A350F and makes Atlas […]
TravelComments.com – Flooding forces closure of Pafuri & Giriyondo Border Posts in northern Kruger
(Posted 17th March 2026) The South African Border Management Authority (BMA) announced on 15 March 2026 that operations at the Pafuri Port of Entry and Giriyondo Port of Entry have been temporarily suspended due to flooding affecting the border facilities and surrounding areas…. READ MORE
Auric Air 2027–2028 Rates Are Now Available!
(Posted 17th March 2026) We are pleased to announce that Auric Air’s rack rates for 2027–2028 are now available. These rates will help you plan your future safari itineraries across Tanzania and East Africa with confidence. Extensive Safari Network Auric Air connects travelers across Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations with seamless bush-to-bush and bush-to-beach connectivity. Top Routes […]
Sudden Change is More Challenging Than High Fuel Prices
(Posted 17th March 2026) Jet Fuel is the highest cost for airlines (along with labor), and fluctuations in fuel prices have an important effect on the airline industry’s profitability. However, the pace of change tends to matter more than the price level. Rapid changes qualify as shocks and are hard to adjust […]
Uganda grants ‘Visa Free’ access for 40 countries
(Posted 17th March 2026) Uganda has announced visa free entry for nationals from 40 countriesunder new visa exemption arrangements. Nationals of member countries of the East African Community were Visa Free already under a multilateral arrangement but seem to have been listed in the recent announcement anyway. What is also interesting is that, […]
TravelComments.com – Flooding disrupts access in northern Kruger National Park
(Posted 16th March 2026) Kruger National Park is currently experiencing flooding in several northern and central areas following persistent rainfall, according to an update from South African National Parks (SANParks)…. READ MORE
KZN considers reducing elephant population
(Posted 16th March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant Newws Chris Ndaliso, The Witness (South Africa), March 14, 2026 Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife is considering relocating 1 050 elephants from several game reserves under its management due to concerns about the growing population’s impact on ecosystems. The conservation authority said once legislative approval is granted, […]
IATA Launches DG Digital to Fully Digitalize Dangerous Goods Declarations
(Posted 16th March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched DG Digital, IATA’s digital Dangerous Goods Declaration solution, as a feature of DG AutoCheck. The new tool fully digitalizes the creation and approval of shippers’ declarations for more than 3,800 dangerous items—from lithium batteries to explosives and chemicals. This results in faster […]
ICAO Global Aviation Gender Summit – Register Now
(Posted 16th March 2026) Aviation is a cornerstone of global connectivity and innovation, yet women continue to be significantly underrepresented across technical, operational, and leadership roles, limiting the industry’s ability to draw on the full range of skills, talent, and perspectives needed for the future. To address this critical need, the ICAO Global Aviation Gender […]
Take a First Look at the Programme for ICAO’s Legal Forum
(Posted 14th March 2026) The ICAO Civil Aviation Legal Advisers Forum (CALAF) will take place in Nassau, Bahamas, from 27 to 29 May 2026. Now in its fourth edition, CALAF has become a key global platform for dialogue among civil aviation legal advisers, Directors General, senior decision-makers, and industry professionals. This Forum provides a dedicated space […]
IATA Announces World Data Symposium 2026 in Singapore to Accelerate Aviation’s Data, Technology & Cybersecurity Transformation
(Posted 14th March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold its 2026 edition of the World Data Symposium (WDS) in Singapore on 8–9 April. The Symposium will bring together data, technology, and cybersecurity leaders to share ideas and showcase real use cases around three themes driving transformation in aviation: Using data to […]
For decades there were rumors of ghost elephants in Angola. This explorer found them
(Posted 13th March 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Michelle Cohan, Edition CNN (U.S) March 11, 2026 The Nkangala people of southeast Angola have an origin story: One day, a small elephant walked away from the herd and headed for the Quembo River. At the water’s edge, it began to remove its skin. A […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park Update: Letaba High-Level Bridge reopening pushed back
(Posted 13th March 2026) Travellers heading to the northern section of Kruger National Park should note a slight delay in the reopening of the Letaba High-Level Bridge on the H1-6 tar road…. READ MORE
IATA Advances AI Initiatives to Support Air Cargo Operations
(Posted 13fh March 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in air cargo with three initiatives to improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety and compliance, and accelerate innovation across the global air cargo value chain: Making publications more efficient: IATA is launching an AI Subject Matter […]
Tulia Camp Amboseli Enhances Guest Experience with Two New Land Cruisers and Seamless Train Transfers
(Posted 13th March 2026) Tulia Camp Amboseli is proud to announce the purchase and delivery of two brand-new Toyota Land Cruisers, further elevating the comfort, safety, and overall safari experience for guests exploring the iconic Amboseli ecosystem. Renowned for its unrivalled views of Mount Kilimanjaro and exceptional wildlife encounters, Tulia Camp is […]
ATTA® for Action Awards 2026 Open to Celebrate Sustainability Champions in African Tourism
(Posted 13th March 2026) The African Travel & Tourism Association (ATTA®) has opened entries for the 2026 ATTA® for Action Awards. Now in their third year, the awards have evolved from a celebration of good intentions into a respected industry benchmark for impact-focused work. As the gap widens between ‘marketing sustainability’ and ‘operational […]
