Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa – Be Part of AFRAA’s 57th AGA, November 30 – 02 December, Luanda – Angola
(Posted 25th September 2025) Join us for the 57th Annual General Assembly (AGA) and Summit of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), hosted by TAAG Angola under the high patronage of the Government of Angola. This year’s theme: “Sustainable Skies, Connected Africa.” Why Attend? Insightful Discussions – Hear from airline CEOs & global aviation leaders. Exhibition […]
Where tourism helps protect Africa’s wildlife corridors
(Posted 25th September 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Lee-Ann Steyn, Getaway (South Africa), September22, 2025 Africa’s great migrations and seasonal movements rely on freedom of passage. Elephants crossing rivers, predators following prey, antelope moving to greener pastures — all depend on intact corridors that connect national parks and reserves. Yet fences, […]
TravelComments.com – Botswana/South Africa: Tlokweng Border Post temporarily closed!
(Posted 24th September 2025) The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) has announced the temporary closure of the Tlokweng Border Post, known on the South African side as the Kopfontein Border Post, on 24 September 2025. The closure is due to operational challenges and will affect all travellers, commuters, and cross-border trade for the day. The Tlokweng/Kopfontein […]
Maryline Zita Marie Declares for Lalyans Nouvo Sesel as Two SUM Candidates Formally Pledge Support to Alain St.Ange
(Posted 24th September 2025) Maryline Zita Marie, former Executive Committee Member of the Seychelles United Movement (SUM) and past Chairperson of its Women’s Organisation, has announced her support for Lalyans Nouvo Sesel and its presidential candidate, Alain St.Ange. In a meeting with Mr. St.Ange, she made clear that she no longer has […]
Seychelles Elections 2025 – campaigns end as election days loom large
(Posted 24th September 2025) For decades, the Red Party built a system where power was concentrated in the hands of a few, opportunities were unevenly shared, and many Seychellois were left behind. The TRNUC hearings exposed the lasting scars of that era — stories of lost land, silenced voices, and families denied justice. […]
World Spa Awards announces 2025 best in global spa and wellness
(Posted 24th September 2025) The global spa and wellness community has spoken and the World Spa Awards has revealed its 2025 winners. Following a year of exceptional global participation, the programme has honoured the world’s finest spa and wellness brands, recognising excellence and innovation across a wide range of experiences – from hotel and resort […]
Exciting sales team updates & a look ahead to WTM Africa 2026
(Posted 24th September 2025) As we head into the last quarter of 2025, we’re excited to share some updates about our sales team as we remain dedicated to ensuring you always receive the support you deserve. Effective 1 October 2025, here’s how our team will be assisting you: WTM […]
Smarter Mobility Africa to Announce its 2026 Host City Partner at CoMotion GLOBAL
(Posted 24th September 2025) Smarter Mobility Africa to Announce its 2026 Host City Partner at CoMotion GLOBAL in Riyadh, 7-9 December 2025 African cities to be spotlighted in Riyadh gathering Smarter Mobility Africa the continent’s flagship platform for transport and mobility transformation, has announced a strategic partnership with CoMotion GLOBAL, a leading international summit […]
Tourism – Kaspersky warns travellers: Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered attacks are targeting hotel guests
(Posted 24th September 2025) Between June and August 2025, Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) discovered a new wave of cyberattacks by a threat group called RevengeHotels, which targets hotels to gain access to guests’ payment information. The group has been operating since 2015 and has since upgraded its methods. The threat actor […]
Unstoppable Africa 2025: Africa’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ambitions and Digital Future Go Global
(Posted 24th September 2025) Global Africa Business Initiative highlights groundbreaking projects shaping Africa’s digital and financial future Major projects and initiatives that are set to position Africa at the heart of global innovation, notably the expansion of the continent’s AI infrastructure, were announced today at Unstoppable Africa 2025 in New York as […]
AI in Airports Summit confirms venue
(Posted 24th September 2025) 8-9 December 2025 | London Unlocking the Power of AI to Shape the Future of Airports Connect with peers, startups, and AI solution providers in a curated environment Venue The Artificial Intelligence in Airports summit will take place within the South Stand of the Allianz […]
558 students graduate from Africa’s Pathways to Space programme
(Posted 24th September 2025) The Future African Space Explorers STEM Academy (FASESA), in partnership with Boeing, celebrated the graduation of the second cohort of the Pathways to Space program at the Planetarium Dome in the Science Museum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Henok Teferra Shawl, Boeing managing director for Africa, said: “African youth […]
IATA Study Confirms that SAF Technology Rollout is Main Bottleneck to Net Zero, not Feedstock Availability
(Posted 24th September 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA), in partnership with Worley Consulting, has published a study demonstrating that sufficient sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feedstock exists to enable the airline industry to achieve net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. All feedstocks considered meet stringent sustainability criteria and do not lead to changes […]
Africa Tourism Awards to debut in London, spotlighting continent’s Travel Excellence
(Posted 23td September 2025) Africa Tourism Awards 2025 | Hilton London Canary Wharf | November 2 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT HONOUREE ANNOUNCEMENT We are honoured to announce Professor Wolfgang H. Thome as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the inaugural Africa Tourism Awards 2025. A name that resonates across Africa’s […]
Kateka blames government for growing human-animal conflict
(Posted 23rd September 2025) Daily Nation (Zambia), September 18, 2025 With the growing national population, town planning needs should put into consideration the need for a buffer zone between humans’ residences and game management areas to reduce the growing number of incidences of human-animal conflict, New Heritage Party president Chishala Kateka has […]
Timbuktu Travel Expands its Award-Winning Travel Platform into Brazil
(Posted 23rd September 2025) Timbuktu, named the #1 tour operator by Travel + Leisure, is delighted to announce the launch of Brazil on its innovative travel platform. From July 2026, travellers will be able to build and personalise itineraries across Brazil’s vast and varied landscapes, combining a seamless digital experience with support from a […]
GOHORI RESORT ANNOUNCES EXPANSION PLANS
(Posted 23rd September 2025) Industry redefining Gohori Resort has announced plans for the expansion of the boutique property to offer an all-new luxurious wing. The new Presidential room will deliver an elevated product offering that aligns with modern, prestigious Presidential rooms across the world. The new luxury product is scheduled for completion […]
Global Africa Business Initiative’s (GABI) ‘Unstoppable Africa’ 2025 Puts Africa at the Center of Global Growth
(Posted 23rd September 2025) Fourteen CEOs and heads of multilateral organizations, representing companies based in 16 African countries with a combined revenue of US$22 billion, called on governments to do more to improve the business environment New York’s Times Square became the stage for Africa’s economic ambitions today as heads of […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts to grow Luxury & Lifestyle Portfolio in Egypt
(Posted 23rd September 2025) Partnership with Jadeer Group will see the addition of 120-keys to the city by 2031 IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Jadeer Group for a new Hotel Indigo property in New Cairo. The signing strengthens IHG’s […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 38, 2025
(Posted 23rd September 2025) Introduction. Global air cargo rates held steady at $2.42/kg in early September, down from $2.56 in August, signaling market stabilization after pandemic-era volatility. Africa led capacity growth with a 7% increase over five weeks, while North America contracted by 4% and saw a 2% rate decline. Asia […]
Uganda Tourism Board suspends the licences of 18 tour companies
(Posted 22nd September 2025) A public notice issued by the Uganda Tourism Board – in this case as the licensing body for tour operators – was it announced that 18 tour companies’ licenses were suspended over allegations of fraud, while investigations are ongoing. The full list is shown below: A month ago another […]
FlyDubai set to increase Mombasa flights to daily while adding Nairobi as a new destination
(Posted 22nd September 2025) FlyDubai has announced the launch of new flights to Nairobi International Airport (NBO) starting from 15th of October 2025. Flights to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) will initially operate 4 times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB). It was also […]
The Rusinga Festival 2025 is set to take place on 18th and 19th December
(Posted 22nd September 2025) Welcome to Rusinga Festival 2025! Greetings from the scenic Rusinga Island. We are thrilled to present the 14th edition happening on 18th and 19th December, staying true to our tradition of hosting the festival every last Thursday and Friday before Christmas. Rusinga Festival is a vibrant celebration of the […]
The Ethiopian Aviation University graduates over a thousand Aviation professionals
(Posted 22nd September 2025) Ethiopian Aviation University, the largest aviation center of excellence in Africa, proudly announces the graduation of 1053 professionals in various aviation fields including international trainees from 18 countries. Marking the trainees’ achievement, the university held a vibrant graduation ceremony at its facility, in the presence of Ethiopian Airlines Group […]
Uganda government confirms formation of new national parks
(Posted 22nd September 2025) In a gazette notice has the Ugandan government notified the public that six new national parks have been created, upgraded from their previous status’ as forest of game reserves. While this will improve the legal standing and protection of these areas, now all falling under the Uganda Wildlife Authority […]
Addo Elephant Park’s balanced model of conservation holds lessons for wildlife reserves
(Posted 21st September 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Christiaan Bakkes, Daily Maverick (South Africa), September 18, 2025 If ever an elephant reserve could serve as a template for effective conservation, it is Addo. What makes it remarkable is not only its thriving elephant population, but the way it has grown, adapted […]
How do you stop elephants from destroying a cocoa farm? Send in the bees
(Posted 21st September 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Abyssinia Abebe, The Globe and Mail (Canada) September 19, 2025 Each rainy season in southern Ivory Coast, farmers in the town of Grihiri watch in frustration as herds of elephants migrating south from the Dassioko forest in search of fresh water and food […]
Five in Court Over 235kg Ivory Haul as Trial Postponed
(Posted 20th September 2025) Judith Nyuke, 263 Chat (Zimbabwe), September 18, 2025 The trial of five suspects, including a woman, who were arrested in Braeside, Harare, in June this year for the recovery of 41 elephant tusks weighing 235kg, was postponed at the Harare Magistrates Court on Wednesday because one of the accused’s […]
TravelComments.com – Botswana seasonal weather outlook 2025/26: Wet and green safari season forecast!
(Posted 20th September 2025) The Botswana Ministry of Environment and Tourism, through the Department of Meteorological Services (DMS), has released its seasonal rainfall and temperature outlook for October 2025 to March 2026. Travellers, safari operators, and farmers can expect a slow start to the rains in the north and west, followed by above-average rainfall across […]
Artificial Intelligence to Take Centre Stage at the 2025 Afreximbank Compliance Forum
(Posted 20th September 2025) #ACF2025 builds on Afreximbank’s leadership in trade-related compliance and its investment in AI-powered platforms that streamline client onboarding, enable real-time risk monitoring, and ensure secure transaction processing Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping trade in Africa – curbing illicit financial flows, driving growth and boosting market opportunities. […]
