TravelComments.com – Durban beaches update: 22 of 23 beaches now safe for swimming
(Posted 15th July 2026) Visitors planning a trip to Durban can look forward to spending time on the city’s famous beaches. According to the latest beach water quality results released by the eThekwini Municipality on 11 July 2026, 22 of Durban’s 23 regularly monitored bathing beaches currently meet South Africa’s national recreational water quality standards, making them safe for swimming, surfing […]
RSOO/RAIO Forum for Aviation Safety
(Posted 15th July 2026) We are pleased to invite you to the Third Global RSOO/RAIO Forum for Aviation Safety, taking place from 29 to 30 September 2026 in Georgetown, Guyana, in collaboration with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This marks the first time the Global RSOO/RAIO Forum will be held in the Americas, representing an […]
Airport Modernization and ORAT Case Studies
(Posted 15th July 2026) At the 15th ORAT World Summit 2026, taking place 26th – 29th of October 2026 in HONG KONG, hearing best practices from globally on how you can tackle the most common problems in ORAT project design, development, planning and execution. Plus, find out how you can ensure your ORAT process is relevant to the rapid adoption […]
UN Tourism Calls for Skills, AI and Women’s Empowerment to Shape Africa’s Tourism Future
(Posted 15th July 2026) Africa’s tourism future will be defined not only by infrastructure and investment, but by the people driving the industry. That was the key message from UN Tourism Secretary General Shaikha Al Nuwais during the 69th UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa meeting in Seychelles. Addressing tourism ministers and industry […]
Call for Airport Speakers: AI in Airports 2026
(Posted 15th July 2026) 2026 Theme From Possibility to Performance: Creating Operational, Commercial & Strategic Value with AI AI in Airports 2026 builds on the success of last year’s inaugural summit and a webinar programme that has already attracted more than 350 registrations and delegates from over 40 countries, confirming the industry’s […]
TravelComments.com – Etosha National Park in August 2026: Wildlife, weather & travel tips
(Posted 15th July 2026) August is one of the best months to visit Etosha National Park. With the dry season firmly established, wildlife congregates around the park’s permanent waterholes, making game viewing exceptionally rewarding. Sparse vegetation, mild daytime temperatures and virtually no rainfall also make it easier to spot animals across Etosha’s iconic salt pan […]
The Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM)
(Posted 15th July 2026) Courtesy of and published by Date Dovene Tevi-Benissan / LinkedIn Early this May, I wrote the article below on the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), which was published in the July 2026 edition of ASKY’s inflight magazine. After participating in AviaDev Africa and the […]
AFRAA and ALG set to host session on AI’s role to transform aviation
)Posted 14th July 2026) AFRAA and ALG will be hosting an insightful session on how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the aviation industry.?? Learn how AI can automate data validation, detect anomalies, improve forecasting, and help airlines predict passenger demand using examples aligned with industry practices. Thursday, 16th July 14h00 EAT (11:00 UTC) […]
Appointment of the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Tourism Board
(Posted 14th July 2026) The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Mrs Maria Azemia as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Tourism Board. Mrs Azemia holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business Administration from Amity University, India, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism Management and […]
AFRAA held its 198th Executive Committee Meeting last weekend in Nairobi
(Posted 14th July 2026) AFRAA convened its 198th Executive Committee Meeting on Saturday, 11th July 2026, in Nairobi, Kenya, under the chairmanship of Capt. Dr. George I. Kamal, ag. Group CEO – Kenya Airways. The committee deliberated on key actions and advocacy matters aimed at advancing AFRAA’s mission and championing the interests […]
TravelComments.com – Okavango Delta in August: Weather, wildlife & safari guide
(Posted 14th July 2026) August is one of the finest months to visit Botswana’s Okavango Delta. The annual floodwaters from Angola have spread across much of the delta, transforming the Kalahari into a vast oasis of shimmering lagoons, papyrus-lined channels and wildlife-rich islands. Combined with cool, dry weather and exceptional game viewing, August offers some of […]
Neos to launch Milan Kilimanjaro Zanzibar flights on 15th July
(Posted 14th July 2026) Neos SpA is set to launch a new scheduled service between Italy and Tanzania on July 15, strengthening air connectivity between the two countries. The airline will operate flights from Milan Malpensa Airport in Italy to Kilimanjaro International Airport, before continuing to Zanzibar. The return flight will follow the […]
Ethiopian Airlines launches direct flights to Mauritius
(Posted 14th July 2026) Ethiopian Airlines has officially launched direct passenger flights between Addis Ababa and Mauritius, with three weekly services now in operation. Mauritius becomes the airline’s 41st destination country in Africa, enhancing connectivity through Ethiopian Airlines’ global network of over 125 destinations. The new route is expected to boost tourism, […]
AeroTrailAfrica | Route Trails | Week 27, 2026
(Posted 14th July 2026) Africa‘s aviation network continues to gain momentum. During Week 27, airlines launched new routes, restored long-awaited international services, expanded flight frequencies, and strengthened passenger and cargo connectivity across the continent and beyond. This week’s AeroTrail Route Trail highlights the biggest network developments shaping African aviation, including: 1 Ethiopian […]
Ethiopian Airlines set for double daily flights to Seychelles come December 2026
(Posted 14th July 2026) Ethiopian Airlines, currently flying once a day from Addis Ababa to the Seychelles, has confirmed that from 01st of December 2026 a second daily flight will be introduced. Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest aviation group, will then offer travelers from across their growing network, a twice a say option […]
AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues | Aviation Developments in Kenya and the Finance Act 2026 with KAAO CEO | 15 July | 2:00pmEAT (11:00am UTC)
(Posted 14th July 2026) Welcome to the 2026 AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues session where industry leaders discuss critical matters and how to forge a way forward with practical and actionable solutions. This July’s Second Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Ms. Liz Aluvanze, CEO of Kenya Association of Air Operators. In […]
JW Marriott Expands Luxury Safari Portfolio with New Rhino Reserve Retreat in Kenya
({Posted 14th July 2026) JW Marriott has officially unveiled the JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp, a luxury safari retreat located in Kenya’s iconic Solio Game Reserve – a 45,000-acre private conservancy celebrated for its world-leading rhino conservation efforts. The all-inclusive property features 19 luxury tented suites, immersive wildlife experiences, […]
Africa’s Five Largest Airlines by Fleet Size:
(Posted 13th July 2026) Courtesy of and published by Hailegebriel Tadese Seboka / LinkedIn Fleet size is more than just a measure of an airline’s scale—it reflects strategic vision, network expansion, operational capability, and long-term investment in aviation. Based on current fleet data, Africa’s five largest airlines are: Ethiopian Airlines – […]
Welcome to the 49th edition of TravelComments.com’s Weekly Travel Update
(Posted 13th July 2026) This week’s digest focuses on major developments across Southern Africa’s travel and tourism sector, including South Africa’s latest seasonal weather outlook, Mozambique’s ongoing post-flood tourism recovery, a major new partnership between Etihad Airways and fastjet Zimbabwe, planned upgrades to Mpumalanga’s nature reserves, and our latest guide to visiting […]
Get Ready! ANW-ATFM Programme Revealed
(Posted 13th July 2026) ANW 2026 – ATFM Programme Revealed! ICAO Air Navigation World (ANW) 2026 – Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM), taking place from 5 to 9 October 2026 at ICAO Headquarters in Montréal, Canada, will bring together aviation stakeholders to explore the policies, procedures, and technologies supporting the evolution of global air navigation. […]
GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE REPORTS DOUBLE-DIGIT REVENUE GROWTH IN Q2 DELIVERING STRONG H1 RESULTS
(Posted 13th July 2026) ? Total revenue generated by GHA DISCOVERY members increased by 11% year-on-year to reach US$858 million in Q2, lifting H1 total revenue to US$1.8 billion ? Room nights booked by loyalty members rose by 21% year-on-year in Q2, reflecting higher occupancy and longer stays across member properties ? Italy, Spain and Thailand […]
Former Ethiopian Airlines CEO takes over at PIA
(Posted 12th July 2026) Tewolde Gebremariam has taken over as Chief Executive Officer at Pakistan International Airlines. Ethiopian Airlines grew into Africa’s largest carrier under the leadership of Tewolde Gebremariam Development follows Pakistan’s transfer of PIA’s control to new owners, advancing landmark privatization The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has selected former […]
Missed the Webinar? Digital Travel Credentials Recap
(Posted 11th July 2026) ?? Watch Now Digital Travel Credentials (DTC) are no longer just a concept. They are entering live operations, pilot projects, and real-world border environments. This Amadeus-sponsored webinar explored how DTC, combined with biometrics, API/PNR data flows, and interoperable orchestration platforms, can move from technical specification to scalable deployment. A panel […]
The East Africa Travel Podcast – #30 Flippers and full moon tracks with Diani Turtle Watch, Kenya
(Posted 11th July 2026) This article was originally published by Charlotte Beauvoisin on Diary of a Muzungu. Standing on the sun-bleached white coral sands of Kenya’s famous Diani Beach with a crowd of excited holidaymakers, I watch tiny turtles emerge from their sandy egg chamber for their maiden scramble into the […]
The Pyne Africa Awards – The Unveling Begins
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Radisson Grows Faster With Strong Owner Confidence
(Posted 11th July 2026) Activity continues to be driven by a diversified portfolio spanning luxury, lifestyle, upscale, resort, conversion, and mixed-use opportunities Radisson Hotel Group continued to accelerate its growth strategy in the first half of 2026, signing and opening 160 hotels, representing more than 22,000 keys. This sustained momentum reflects […]
Scientists probe Namibian desert elephant calf deaths
(Posted 10th July 2027) Courtesy of African Elephant News Hertta Maria Amutenja, Namibian (Namibia), July 8, 2026 Scientists are expanding research into the deaths of desert elephant calves in north-western Namibia amid concerns over rising mortality rates. The research follows the death of a newborn calf whose final hours were captured on video […]
Amboseli loses another iconic giant as Tusker One Ton dies
(Posted 10th July 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Mary Wambui, Eastleigh Voice (Kenya), July 7, 2026 One of the eight remaining Amboseli iconic tuskers, One Ton, renowned for its massive body, impressive long tusks, and exceptionally calm demeanour, died over the weekend, months after the death of the iconic Craig. According to […]
Life-size elephant puppets raise awareness of looming threat of culling in South Africa
(Posted 10th July 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Yaeesh Collins, Independent Online (South Africa), July 8, 2026 A herd of giant, life-size puppets trod solemnly through the shrublands of Cape Point, embodying the spirit of elephants against a backdrop of impending doom. This evocative scene features two adult elephant puppets and […]
The People You’ll Hear at TRIP 2026
(Posted 10th July 2026) The Voices that Will Shape TRIP 2026 The Twenty-first Symposium on the ICAO Traveller Identification Programme (TRIP) will bring together senior officials from Member States, international organizations, industry and academia to discuss advancements, challenges and the way forward for creating a seamless travel ecosystem. Register for the Event […]
