IATA’s World Financial and Passenger Symposiums

(Posted 15th September 2023) Modern Airline Retailing is set to transform the passenger experience. Travelers will finally see the full value of airline offers, regardless of the channel, and have a single record for their order. The Airline Retailing Track at this year’s IATA World Financial and Passenger Symposiums provides you with everything you […]
#EthiopianAirlines Wins Best African Airline Award at Business Traveller Awards 2023

(Posted 15th September 2023) Ethiopian Airlines, one of the fastest-growing global airline brand’s and the Africa’s leading airline, announced that it has been awarded the ‘Best African Airline’ Award at Business Traveller Awards 2023. Business Traveller Awards has named Ethiopian as the Best African Airline for four years in a row, since 2020. […]
Dangerous Goods Survey Highlights Future Supply Chain Challenges

(Posted 15th September 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) Labelmaster, and Hazardous Cargo Bulletin today announced the results of their eighth annual 2023 Global Dangerous Goods Confidence Outlook. The survey results highlighted the need to reduce process complexity, establish effective staff recruitment and retention programs, and enhance digitalization to facilitate the safe and compliant transport of dangerous goods […]
Qatar Airways Receives Best Business Class by Business Traveller, Wins Three More Awards

(Posted 15th September 2023) Qatar Airways wins Best Long-Haul Airline, Best Business Class, Best Middle Eastern Airline, and Best Inflight Food and Beverage Hamad International Airport in Qatar named Best Airport in the Middle East Multi-award-winning airline, Qatar Airways, has triumphed in four categories at this year’s Business Traveller Awards at […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Some units in Shimuwini Bushveld Camp under renovation!

(Posted 15th September 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that some units in the Shimuwini Bushveld Camp in Kruger National Park are currently under renovations. The project is expected to be finished in… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Free entry to selected Iziko museums on Heritage Day 2023!

(Posted 15th September 2023) Iziko Museums of South Africa will be celebrating South Africa’s diverse heritage with the in_herit Festival 2023, an exciting programme exploring our histories, heritage and art. As part of the festival, Iziko Musuems will be offering free entry to selected museums in Cape Town on Heritage Day (24 September 2023). This includes… READ MORE
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News

(Posted 15th September 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Airbus and AviAssist sign partnership for safety promotion

(Posted 14th September 2023) Airbus today entered a partnership with AviAssist, the leading aviation safety promotion organization in Africa. Airbus forecasts a growth rate of 4% per year for Africa’s air transport. This highlights the importance of continued investment in safety performance improvements. “The number one priority of Airbus is safety: a […]
SITA DEMONSTRATES HOW PHYSICAL PASSPORTS CAN BE HELD AS A DIGITAL IDENTITY ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE

(Posted 14th September 2023) SITA, the leading IT provider to the air transport industry, and the Government of Aruba today showcased the successful implementation of verifiable digital credential technology, eliminating the need for passengers to show their physical passport when arriving on the island. Speaking together in a keynote discussion at the ICAO TRIP […]
#Batumi prepares to host Europe’s travel leaders

(Posted 14th September 2023) Europe’s new tourism hotspot, Batumi, Georgia is gearing up to host the leading travel industry figureheads from across the continent for WTA’s Europe Gala Ceremony 2023. The celebrations will include a complimentary three-day itinerary to enable international guests to uncover why Batumi is Europe’s new tourism investment capital. The trip will […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news

(Posted 14th September 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Breaking: Backed by CBN, Flutterwave’s new product Swap wants to solve Nigeria’s FX problems TechCabal Backed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Flutterwave has launched Swap, an attempt to digitise the Nigerian foreign exchange (FX) market, in partnership with Wema Bank, the 10th […]
TravelComments.com – LAM-Mozambique Airlines to launch flights between Maputo Cape Town!

(Posted 14th September 2023) The official Tourism, Trade and Investment Promotion Agency for Cape Town & the Western Cape, WESGRO, announced in a press release (12 September 2023), that the flag carrier of Mozambique, LAM – Mozambique Airlines, is set to launch flights to Cape Town in South Africa. According to WESGRO, the airline will commence operations between Maputo International Airport […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News

(Posted 14th September 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Fees payable for admission to protected places/heritage sites set to increase!

(Posted 13th September 2023) According to Government Gazette of the Republic of Namibia No. 8206, the fees payable at protected places and heritage sites in Namibia are set to increase from next year. This includes, amongst others, the Twyfelfontein main site, the Petrified Forest, the Brandberg White Lady, the Königstein, Zieben Platen, Lake Otjikoto […]
Unlock Your Inner Peace: 3 Days Until the Yoga Retreat, Wellness Talk and Staycation!

(Posted 13th September 2023) 2 DAY WELLNESS RETREAT — 3 DAYS TO GO !! WELLNESS TALK + YOGA Rejuvinate your body,mind and recharge at our wellness weekend. Saturday 16th Sept 3pm Wellness Talk with Babra inc. canapes and glass of sparkling wine Sunday 17th Sept 9pm A Rejuvinating Yoga Session with reknowned wellness […]
#Malawi Tourism Council announces the nominee’s finalists of its 2023 Tourism Industry Awards

(Posted 13th September 2023) The Malawi Tourism Council is pleased to announce the nominee’s finalists of its 2023 Tourism Industry Awards of Excellence scheduled to take place on 30th September, 2023 at Bingu International Conference Center. Let’s support our favourites and vote for them on: http://www.mtcmw.com #NationalTourismMonth #TidziyambaNdifeaMalawi #IpatseMoto
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Free entry to heritage sites during the “Namibian Heritage Week 2023”!

(Posted 13th September 2023) Namibia is celebrating the Namibian Heritage Week 2023 from 18 September 2023 to 24 September 2023. During these seven days, entrance will be waived for Namibians at (selected) heritage sites in Namibia managed by the National Heritage Council of Namibia. The opening times are daily… READ MORE
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News

(Posted 13th September 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Gentle Reminder: AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues with Ms. Elcia Grandcourt

(Posted 13th September 2023) Compliments from AFRAA! Ms. Elcia Grandcourt, Director Africa Region – UNWTO takes centre stage at the September edition of AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues session scheduled for 13th September 2023 at 14h00 EAT (UTC: 11h00). Join us for a thought-provoking one-on-one dialogue session with Ms. Grandcourt as she shares on the […]
#IATA: Exploring Accessibility: Mobility Aids Handling

(Posted 12th September 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, Join us on September 28th for a free webinar on “Exploring Accessibility: Mobility Aids Handling”. The safe and dignified travel of persons with disabilities traveling with their own mobility aids is an important topic to be addressed and a key area of action. The industry’s goal is to work […]
Herbs & Spices Restaurant at Nairobi Serena Hotel was awarded the prestigious Thai SELECT Classic Certification

(Posted 12th September 2023) The Herbs & Spices Restaurant at Nairobi Serena Hotel was recently awarded the prestigious Thai SELECT Classic Certification. This accolade, presented by Mr. Natthapong Senanarong, Minister Consular (Commercial) of the Royal Thai Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, signifies a remarkable achievement in serving authentic Thai cuisine. Chef Polsak Intara-O-Sot, […]
#AviaDevAfrica PODCAST: Previewing the New Luanda Airport Investor Presentation

(Posted 12th September 2023) PODCAST: A new airport for Africa. Previewing the New Luanda Airport Investor Presentation In this episode, we speak with Hon Minister Ricardo Viegas d’Abreu, the Minister of Transport of the Republic of Angola, where the new Luanda International Airport will soon come online with the ambition to become a […]
Mount Kenya 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge 2024 dates announced

(Posted 12th September 2023) Need something to look forward to? 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge 2024 Dates Confirmed! What: Mount Kenya Trust 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge Where: Borana Conservancy, Kenya When: Friday 16th to Sunday 18th February 2024 Who: Old friends and new from across Kenya, southern Africa and the world Why: To raise vital funds to support the […]
Aviation and Morocco Earthquake Relief Efforts

(Posted 12th September 2023) The tragic earthquake that has struck Morocco has devastated significant parts of the country and killed and injured thousands of people. As part of the international relief effort, the aviation industry is playing a vital role, in the rapid delivery of humanitarian aid to Morocco. IATA’s Regional Vice-President for […]
#BrusselsAirlines set for return to #Nairobi #Kenya in June 2024

(Posted 12th September 2023) Brussels Airlines adds a tenth aircraft to its long-haul fleet and commits to growth in Sub-Saharan Africa, its most important market. With the extra capacity, the Africa expert airline of the Lufthansa Group reopens the route to Nairobi and increases its connections between Brussels and Kigali to a daily […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News

(Posted 12th September 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – Eastern Cape: The Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency (ECPTA) has announced the dates for the “Free Access Week 2023”!

(Posted 12th September 2023) The Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency (ECPTA) has announced the dates for the “Free Access Week 2023”. Entrance will be waived for day visitors to twelve Nature Resorts in the Eastern Cape from… READ MORE
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala – a Caribbean lunch delights my taste buds

(Posted 11th September 2023) I took the opportunity to check out the new Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Kampala a few days ago, which finally opened its doors to the public last week. Having stayed at both Four Points by Sheraton in Nairobi (Hurlingham and JKIA), I can only attest to the […]
#MagicalKenya invites for #MKTE2023 and #EARTE2023

(Posted 11th September 2023) The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is delighted to invite you to Magical Kenya & East Africa Regional Tourism Expo (MK & EARTE) to be held from 20th to 22nd November 2023 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) is a Pan […]
Shazmin Manji of #TwigaTours in #Kenya bags key #PyneAward

(Posted 11th September 2023) Female Trailblazer of the year 2023 The Pyne Awards 2023 saw Mrs. Shazmin Manji-Karmali named as Female Trailblazer of the year 2023. Shazmin, presently Chairperson of the Kenya Association of Travel Agents, is part of the Manji family and a director of Twiga Tours, a […]