AASA heading to Mauritius for their AGA 2026
(Posted 02nd October 2026) AASA members are heading to Mauritius! The invitation-only AASA 56th AGA will take place from 07th – 11th of October 2026 at the Ocean’s Creek Beach Hotel, Mauritius. Proudly hosted by the Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA), and their Platinum Airline Partners Airlink and South African Airways […]
Chase Introduces New IHG One Rewards Premier Select Credit Card, Plus Updates Across Entire IHG One Rewards Card Portfolio
(Posted 02nd October 2026) New Premier Select Credit Card offers richer travel benefits and more ways for loyalists to elevate their stay at IHG® Hotels & Resorts Updated benefits across existing cards add new ways to earn points, Free Nights and elevated status, helping cardmembers take their next trips sooner Chase […]
12 Days Until the ICAO/ACI/IATA Accessibility Symposium
(Posted 02nd October 2026) 12 Days Left to Secure Your Spot. Register Today! Join the Discussions to Help Advance Accessible Aviation for All Passengers The Second Joint ICAO/ACI/IATA Symposium on Accessibility in International Civil Aviation taking place at ICAO Headquarters in Montréal on 14-15 October 2026 will bring together a range of participants from […]
Air Kenya issues an important update: Mandatory Travel Insurance for entry into Tanzania
(Posted 02nd October 2026) New requirement for all foreign visitors entering Mainland Tanzania Effective 1st October 2026, all foreign visitors entering mainland Tanzania will be required to hold valid Inbound Travel Insurance. Under the the insurance ( Inbound Travel Insurance) regulations, 2026 – Government Notice No. 256. The requirement applies to […]
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: CapeNature expands cashless payments to more Nature Reserves
(Posted 02nd October 2026) Visitors to 10 CapeNature reserves in the Western Cape can no longer pay for entrance fees, activities and other services in cash. The cashless payment system was introduced at five reserves in February 2026 and extended to another five reserves in September…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – South Africa’s summer 2026/27: Hotter weather and below-average rainfall expected
(Posted 02nd October 2026) South Africa is likely to experience a hotter and drier than normal summer in 2026/27, with below-average rainfall expected across much of the country’s north-eastern half. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) forecasts above-normal temperatures and an increased likelihood of below-normal rainfall between October 2026 and February 2027, […]
TravelComments.com – Botswana introduces visa-free entry for Omani passport holders
(Posted 02nd October 2026) Botswana has waived visa requirements for Omani passport holders, allowing them to visit the country for up to 90 days without a prior visa. The exemption, announced by Oman’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 23 August 2026, applies to all types of Omani passports…. READ MORE
Narok East MP calls for action over elephant invasion, livestock losses
(Posted 02nd October 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Emily Kadzo, Kenya News Agency (Kenya) October 1, 2026 Narok East Member of Parliament Aramat Kiloku has called on the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to urgently address an elephant invasion in the constituency that has left one resident dead, another seriously injured and destroyed […]
Three arrested for possession of wildlife products at Divundu / Namibia
(Posted 02nd October 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Dolly Menas, The Namibian (Namibia) 30 September 2026 Three men, aged 21, 36 and 36, have been arrested after allegedly attempting to sell two elephant tusks without a permit at Divundu in the Kavango East region on Monday. Kavango East head of crime investigations […]
Botswana condemned for slaughtering 23 elephants for independence celebrations
(Posted 02nd October 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Wycliffe Muia, BBC (Britain), September 30, 2026 Animal rights activists have criticised Botswana’s decision to authorise the killing of 23 elephants to provide meat for independence celebrations. The southern African country, home to the world’s largest elephant population, is holding nationwide festivities on […]
Uganda has dropped Yellow Fever Certificate demand on entry
(Posted 02nd October 2026) According to a letter seen from the Minister of Internal Affairs, National Citizenship and Immigration Control, is it now no longer necessary for visitors to Uganda to carry a Yellow Fever Certificate. The late receipt of the letter copy appears to be a sign of a flawed distribution […]
New Travel Industry Coalition Calls for EU Digital Omnibus to Enable Secure, Seamless Biometric Journeys
(Posted 02nd October 2026) ACI EUROPE, Amadeus, IATA, IDEMIA Public Security and SITA today announced the formation of the Responsible Biometrics Travel Industry Coalition, calling on EU policymakers to ensure the Digital Omnibus actively supports the voluntary and secure use of biometrics in travel while protecting passenger choice and privacy. The coalition is […]
Lamu’s Manda Airport makes history with jet aircraft arrivals
(Posted 01st October 2026) Manda Airport has reached a defining new milestone, welcoming a Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737-800 series aircraft, which touched down at 10:14 a.m. while also receiving international flights for the first time in its history. The landmark moment saw Manda Airport welcome five international flights from Nigeria, Ethiopia and Uganda, […]
Ethiopian Airlines orders Boeing 777 and 777-8 Freighters to expand their cargo fleet
(Posted 01st October 2026) Firm order includes eight 777-8 Freighters and two 777 Freighters First African carrier to purchase the world’s newest widebody freighter, the 777-8 Freighter Ethiopian Airlines doubles its 777X family order book Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines today announced the African carrier has ordered eight 777-8 Freighters and two […]
Advance your skills in aviation safety and oversight
(Posted 01st October 2026) Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme Continuous Monitoring Approach (USOAP CMA) Phase 1 25 hours The Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme Continuous Monitoring Approach (USOAP CMA) provides a mechanism for ICAO to collect and analyse safety information from Member States and other stakeholders in order to identify and prioritize […]
Africa Tourism Awards 2026 name Hotel Group of the Year and Safari Lodge of the Year nominees
(Posted 01st October 2026) Across Africa, hotel groups are shaping the hospitality landscape through the properties, experiences and destinations they bring to travellers. For Hotel Group of the Year, these 10 names have been recognised among this year’s nominees: Accor, Hilton, CityBlue Hotels, IHG Hotels & Resorts, JAZ Hotel Group, Marriott International, […]
Jambojet dumps Zanzibar flights
(Posted 01st October 2026) It was learned that the Nairobi-based airline – a subsidiary of Kenya Airways – stopped operating the route from Mombasa to Zanzibar during the month of September. The airline is however launching flights to Entebbe in early October, a route probably more viable compared to the Mombasa to Zanzibar […]
Xigera Safari Lodge brings first ever Michelin Keys to Botswana
(Posted 01st October 2026) Botswana continues to strengthen its position as a distinctive global tourism destination, celebrated for its pristine wilderness, extraordinary wildlife, rich cultural heritage and exceptional safari experiences. Adding to this international recognition, Xigera Safari Lodge in the Okavango Delta has been awarded Two MICHELIN Keys in the 2026 MICHELIN […]
Air Passenger Demand Slips 0.8% in August
(Posted 01st October 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2026 global passenger demand: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was down 0.8% compared to August 2025. Excluding the Middle East, demand grew by 0.6%. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), increased 0.3% year-on-year. The […]
Airbus records more A321Neo sales
(Posted 01st October 2026) FLYONE Armenia, the country’s largest carrier, has finalised an order with Airbus for the acquisition of two A321neo aircraft. The agreement was first announced as a Memorandum of Understanding during French President Emmanuel Macron’s official visit to Yerevan on the 5th May 2026. The two A321neo aircraft, representing […]
Air Zimbabwe adjusts seasonal schedule for their Harare to London flights
(Posted 01st October 2026) Due to seasonal changes, Air Zimbabwe advises that the Harare ? London Gatwick service will operate under a revised timetable with effect from 01st of October 2026. Plan your travel with confidence and experience Zimbabwean Hospitality in the Skies.
Sayari Dunia Sustainable Tourism Foundation’s thoughts on WTD 2026
(Posted 01st October 2026) Sayari Dunia Sustainable Tourism Foundation joined the global tourism community last weekend in celebrating World Tourism Day 2026, observed on September 27, under the theme “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism.” World Tourism Day celebrated the power of tourism to connect cultures, enrich lives and create […]
TravelComments.com – Addo Elephant National Park: Main Camp swimming pool to close for maintenance
(Posted 30th September 2026) The swimming pool at Main Camp in Addo Elephant National Park will be closed for approximately four weeks from 13 October 2026 for maintenance ahead of the summer season…. READ MORE
Africa Tourism Awards – Nominees for Resort of the Year 2026 are now known
(Posted 30th September 2026) In just 39 days, the people, organisations, destinations and innovators shaping Africa’s tourism story will come together in London for an evening dedicated to recognition, celebration and connection. From the red carpet to the awards stage, from industry conversations to meaningful connections, Africa Tourism Awards 2026 is bringing the […]
Wellness Tourism – a complete guide
(Posted 30th September 2026) Courtesy of Travel & Tourism Industry Professionals Worldwide / LinkedIn The Wellness Tourism Market was valued at USD 903.28 Billion in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2026 to 2034, reaching nearly USD 1,688.79 Billion by 2034. Wellness tourism combines travel […]
Air Cargo Demand Grows 4.4% in August
(Posted 30th September 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 4.4% compared to August 2025 (+5.3% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), decreased by 0.1% compared to August 2025 (+0.1% […]
Two Crises, One Lesson: How Seychelles Learned to Keep Its Door Open
(Posted 30th September 2026) By Shelda Commettant, Chief Press Secretary, State House, Republic of Seychelles As the world marks Tourism Week, an island nation that lives on tourism asks whether the pandemic prepared it for conflict in the skies. In March 2026, nothing had changed on Seychelles’ beaches. The water was as clear, […]
Airbus A350F freighter successfully performs its maiden flight
(Posted 30th September 2026) The A350F freighter (MSN 700), the first of two test aircraft, has completed its first flight. The aircraft, fitted with special flight test instrumentation, flew for 4 hours and 10 minutes reaching an altitude of 25,000 feet. The aircraft was flown by a dedicated Airbus Flight Test crew. […]
How the new EU anti greenwashing regulations affect tourism and hospitality operators in Africa
(Posted 30th September 2026) Courtesy of Nirmal Jivan Shah – Seychelles / LinkedIn African tourism businesses marketing or selling to European consumers are being urged to review how they communicate their environmental credentials as new EU rules on environmental claims come into effect on 27 September 2026. The African Travel and Tourism […]
TANAPA advises on Kilimanjaro fires
(Posted 30th September 2026) A new fire has broken out on Mount Kilimanjaro. According to TANAPA, the fire started in the early hours of Monday, 28th of September 2026, in the Sangarini area near the Kamwanga elevation, moving toward the Shira Plateau on the western side of the mountain (around 3,800 metres above […]