#VirungaNationalPark – Latest updates on the park’s recent projects
(Posted 05th September 2023)
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: CapeNature has announced the dates for the “Access Week 2023”!
(Posted 05th September 2023) CapeNature, the public institution with the responsibility for biodiversity conservation in South Africa’s Western Cape, has announced the dates of the “Access Week 2023. Entrance will be waived for visitors to selected CapeNature reserves between… READ MORE
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 05th 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
#Kenya – Sustainable Tourism During Africa Climate Summit
(Posted 04th September 2023) Kenya hosts the inaugural Africa Climate Summit (ACS) and Africa Climate Week (ACW) from 4th to 6th September 2023 and 4th to 8th September 2023. Kenya has made significant strides towards sustainability by implementing various initiatives that have seen it become a global leader in sustainable tourism practices. A […]
#BrusselsAirlines welcomes Belgian two-star chef Michaël Vrijmoed on board
(Posted 04th September 2023) From 1 October 2023, Business Class travelers on Brussels Airlines’ long-haul flights will enjoy a gastronomic experience by Michelin-starred chef Michaël Vrijmoed of the eponymous Ghent restaurant Vrijmoed**. Vrijmoed thus becomes the fourteenth Michelin-starred chef in a string of Belgian top chefs, with whom the airline has been delighting […]
TravelComments.com – Saudi Arabia: Saudia announced launch date for flights to South Africa!
(Posted 04th September 2023) The national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, Saudia, has announced a launch date for its non-stop service to South Africa. The carrier, which last flew to South Africa in April 2020, is set to operate four weekly flights between Jeddah International Airport (JED) in Jeddah and OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg on board a state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. […]
#Entebbe to #Mumbai launch date set by #UgandaAirlines
(Posted 04th September 2023) Uganda Airlines is presently expanding its network with the addition of both Mumbai / India and also Lagos / Nigeria, the new destinations coming on line on October 07th and October 19th respectively, as reported earlier by ATCNews. #UgandaAirlines announces date for #Lagos flights This expansion happens alongside […]
#IATA demands that Controversial Schiphol Flight Cuts Must Not Be Pushed Through by a Caretaker Government
(Posted 04th September 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA), European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), and European Regions Airline Association (ERA) warned that the proposed cuts to flight numbers at Schiphol airport must not proceed under the leadership of a caretaker government. This matter remains before the courts and the proposed process is […]
Tickets to Africa’s most prestigious awards for the hospitality and tourism industry almost sold out
(Posted 04th September 2023) The Pyne Awards Africa MMXXIII is just around the corner! This year’s event promises to be bigger, better, and more exciting than ever. The theme of the awards is “Celebrating the Resilience of the Hospitality and Tourism Industry,” which reflects the challenges that the industry has faced in recent […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 04th 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
#UgandaAirlines set for daily Johannesburg flights
(Posted 03rd September 2023) Following the confirmation by Airlink, that the airline has ceased operations on the Johannesburg to Entebbe route at the end of August, has national airline Uganda Airlines swiftly reacted and announced daily services to South Africa’s main business hub, effective 01st of October. This follows hot on the heels […]
TravelComments.com – Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) announces dates of the Mpumalanga Parks Week 2023!
(Posted 03rd September 2023) The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has announced the dates of the Mpumalanga Parks Week 2023. From 11 September 2023 to… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park: Sendelingsdrift border post (and pontoon) reopens!
(Posted 02nd September 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the Sendelingsdrift border post (and pontoon) between South Africa and Namibia officially reopened today, 01 September 2023. The border post, which was closed for three years since the Covid-19 pandemic, is… READ MORE
Cross River State Gov. Senator Bassey Otu to declare 19th Akwaaba Tourism Fair Open
(Posted 02nd September 2023) The much-anticipated 19th edition of West Africa’s biggest travel expo, Akwaaba Travel Market will kick off in style as the Executive Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu is set to declare the famous event open. The event which is the melting point for exhibition and tourism in […]
Africa Travel and Tourism Business Exchange, Business-to-Business Session & Exhibition
(Posted 02nd September 2023) 6TH AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM & AWARDS 4th -6th October 20203 Gaborone International Convention Center Botswana Themed, “Shifting demand dynamics to shape the future of intra-Africa Travel”, the 2023 ATLF & Awards will present distinct networking avenues, business opportunities and learning programmes relating to intra-Africa travel, franchising, creative industries and culture, […]
TravelComments.com – KwaZulu-Natal: Free entry to Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife reserves on Fridays during September 2023!
(Posted 02nd September 2023) Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, the governmental organisation responsible for maintaining more than 120 wildlife conservation areas and biodiversity in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal Province, has launched the annual “Mahhala Fridays” initiative. Every Friday during September 2023, the first… READ MORE
Mountain Dispatches – News from Mount Kenya Trust
(Posted 02nd September 2023) Rutundu Hill from the Lake Alice Crater Photo: Susie Weeks MOUNTAIN DISPATCHES April – July 2023 We’re a little late in sending this quarterly report as we wanted to send it out on the day of our NEW WEBSITE launch! We know you’re going to love it just as […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: NSRI releases a “Super Moon Blue Moon Spring Tide” alert!
(Posted 02nd September 2023) South Africa’s National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), a voluntary non-profit organization tasked with saving lives through drowning prevention in South Africa, is appealing to the public to be cautious around the coastline during this Super Moon Blue Moon Spring Tide that has already begun and will peak during the full Moon period from… READ […]
#ATLF2023 to launch dedicated ‘Women in Tourism’ Entrepreneurship Masterclass
(Posted 01st September 2023) Tourism industry being dynamic in nature, skill-gaps are continuously being identified in both hard and soft skills. Based on this and to bridge the skills gap, ATLF 2023 is set to deliver a bespoke intra-Africa Tourism Entrepreneurship and Women in Tourism Masterclass on the 3 rd of October 2023. […]
#IATA Air Transport Chartbook – Q2 2023
(Posted 01st September 2023) IATA is pleased to publish herewith the latest quarterly review of the industry passenger, cargo and financial performance. This review covers the following topics: The Business Cycle, Sustainability and Energy Transition, Passenger and Cargo Traffic, Airline Financial Performance, and Regional Outlook. View full report
The Rwenzori Marathon is on this Saturday
(Posted 01st September 2023) SEPTEMBER 02nd, 2023 in #KASESE, #UGANDA Don’t miss out on a true adventure! Have you secured your ticket to the most scenic marathon in Africa? Regisration: https://www.mtrwenzorimarathon.com/registration Transport & accommodations: https://www.mtrwenzorimarathon.com/for-athletes/transport-and-accommodation Join 2000 other runners in the Rwenzori mountains. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVXlUrGBSCc&t=43s https://youtu.be/WVXlUrGBSCc
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 01st 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
IATA incls Cameroon, Chad, Congo, Gabon and Mauritius to African countries with access to EasyPay travel agency payment solution
(Posted 31st August 2023) As part of IATA’s efforts to continuously improve our financial services, and in support of Focus Africa objectives, IATA is pleased to announce that the IATA EasyPay service was launched in the following markets in Africa: Cameroon, Chad, Gabon, Congo and Mauritius, serving all IATA Accredited Agents and Billing […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (September 2023 – January 2024)!
(Posted 31st August 2023) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period September 2023 to January 2024. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently in an El Niño state and will persist through most of the summer months. ENSO’s typical impact on Southern Africa is in favour for generally drier […]
#AFRAA #SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues with Ms. Elcia Grandcourt, Director Africa Region – UNWTO
(Posted 31st August 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 […]
Hon. Minister Vera Kamtukule, Ngozi Ngoka, Rahim Bhaloo, and other experts set to speak on the future of Tourism in Africa
(Posted 31st August 2023) The organizers of The Pyne Awarda are excited to unveil the esteemed speakers and moderators for the upcoming “Tourism in Africa: Catalyst for Accelerated Economic Empowerment” conference. This event aims to unite tourism policymakers, industry experts, and pioneers across Africa to address challenges hindering intra-African travel within the […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 31st August 2023) CCA IN THE NEWS Ooni hails John Olajide’s appointment as chair of Corporate Council on Africa The Cable Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife, has congratulated John Olajide, the Nigerian businessman, who was recently named as the new Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) chairman…Read More>> CCA MEMBERS IN […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Construction works underway at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)!
(Posted 31st August 2023) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has announced that construction works are underway at King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban. The project started on Monday, 28 August 2023, and it will continue until further notice. The corridor alongside the… READ MORE
#Zambia Tourism News – by #KafuntaSafaris
(Posted 31st August 2023) Dear All! Hi there! I know you’ve been staring at your inbox, desperately waiting for our next newsletter or thinking it may have gotten lost in the vast expense of the digital universe. Fear not, it’s finally here. But time is flying, or rather sprinting through the bush like a frantic guinea […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 31st August 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
