Excellent Marketing Opportunities at the 55th Annual General Assembly, 19 – 21 November, Kampala – Uganda
(Posted 28th September 2023) Taking place under the theme: “Strides to Transform Aviation for Development,” the AGA is being hosted by Uganda Airlines at the high patronage of the Government of Uganda. AFRAA AGA is the largest gathering of African Airlines CEOs and air transport decision makers in Africa. Meet us in […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 28th September 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Press Release: Crossboundary Access’ Blended Finance Model Attracts $10 Million for Mini-Grids from African Development Bank’s Sustainbale Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) Next Billion This investment adds to the $25 million raised from ARCH Emerging Markets Partners Limited, Bank of America, and Microsoft […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 28th 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 – South Africa: South African Airways set to introduce scheduled flights to its 12th destination in Africa!
(Posted 28th September 2023) South Africa’s flag carrier, South African Airways (SAA), has announced the launch of scheduled flights to its 12th destination in Africa. The airline will operate a new service to Abidjan in Côte d’Ivoire. Effective… READ MORE
#WTMAfrica2024 – Ready to top 2023 figures?
(Posted 28th September 2023) WTM Africa 2023 orchestrated a staggering 9500 pre-scheduled meetings, marking an impressive upswing in comparison to 2022. We anticipate that the figures for 2024 will once again show growth. 2024 marks our 10th anniversary, and we are prepared to make this event one of a kind. This year’s […]
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: CapeNature announces reopening dates for several nature reserves!
(Posted 27th September 2023) CapeNature, the public institution with the responsibility for biodiversity conservation in South Africa’s Western Cape, had to close several of its nature reserves due to the severe weather conditions and flooding the Cape region recently experienced. Kogelberg Nature Reserve, Stony Point Nature Reserve and De Hoop Nature Reserve… READ MORE
Walking across Africa for elephants + wild dog sighting! + a luxury lodge marathon
(Posted 27th September 2023) Courtesy of Charlotte Beauvoisin of Diary of a Muzungu Hello and Happy World Tourism Day! If you’ve been reading Diary of a Muzungu for a while – can you believe we launched almost 15 years ago? – you’ll know that I’m passionate about conservation and everything wild! Travel can truly […]
The African Aviation Summit 2024: Air Finance Africa dates announced
(Posted 27th September 2023) The organizers have announced that the African Aviation Summit: Air Finance Africa Conference & Exhibition will take place from Tuesday, 21st to Thursday, 23rd May, 2024 at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg African airline leaders previously met to discuss the African aviation industry during the 31st African Aviation Summit: Air […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 27th 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
Boeing, among others, participated in ‘Aviation Cup Africa Golf Tournament’
(Posted 27th September 2023) Organized in collaboration with Aviation Africa Summit,the second edition of the premier, Pan-African golf tournament conceptualized to celebrate the common aerodynamic nature of aviation and golf, and how aviation aides sports tourism, was held the day after the summit. The tournament which was held in IBB International […]
TravelComments.com – Table Mountain National Park: SANParks released an update on the impact of the current severe weather conditions!
(Posted 26th September 2023) The management of Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) in Cape Town has released an update (25 September 2023) on the impact of the severe weather conditions and flooding the Cape region is currently experiencing. Numerous pine trees in the Lower Tokai plantation were uprooted and… READ MORE
#Airbus nominates new Commercial Aircraft business CEO
(Posted 26th September 2023) Christian Scherer to become new Commercial Aircraft business CEO, reporting to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury. Nomination will ensure dedicated operational focus for this business in challenging times, enabling the Airbus CEO to focus on the strategic, global and transformational agenda of Airbus. Airbus SE has announced a leadership evolution […]
#Kenya set to host 3rd East African Regional Tourism Expo
(Posted 26th September 2023) The Kenya Tourism Board will this year host the 3rd East African Regional Tourism Expo, alongside their traditional Magical Kenya Travel Expo, aka MKTE. The dates have been set from 20th to the 22nd of November with the venue the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in the heart of […]
World Tourism Day is here once again
(Posted 26th September 2023) By Alain St. Ange for ATCNews.org Alain St.Ange, the former Seychelles Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine was speaking as he prepares to leave Seychelles for a Tourism Summit in Bali. He said that if the world values tourism as an industry it need to be […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Chapman’s Peak Drive closed until further notice!
(Posted 26th September 2023) The management of Cape Town’s famous Chapman’s Peak Drive, a scenic 9 km route between Noordhoek and Hout Bay along the western flank of the Chapman’s Peak, has annouced that the road is currently closed until further notice. This is due to the… READ MORE
#AeroTrail – Answering your questions about the what, where, how and who
(Posted 26th September 2023) Curious about the intricate details of scheduled passenger #airline operations in EAC member countries? Interested in exploring the airport flight operations, destinations, weekly airline ASK, RPK, approximate total airline seats, and revenue? Or perhaps you’d like to compare the average ticket costs per kilometer traveled? Discover all this and […]
Soirée Belle d’Âmes – Solidarité et saveurs réunionnaises et aux couleurs de l’île Maurice
(Posted 26th September 2023) Courtesy of Joey Nicles, written for ATCNews L’association Belles d’Âme que préside sa fondatrice, la Mauricienne, Jennifer Pelage fêtait la France plurielle mercredi 20 septembre dernier lors d’un cocktail dinatoire qui a réuni des partenaires au siège de la compagnie aérienne Corsair où étaient présents également ses […]
#PearlofAfricaHotel in #Kampala up for auction over unpaid 611 billion Uganda Shillings debt
(Posted 26th September 2023) The Pearl of Africa Hotel, a rather sad example of how best not to run a hotel, will according to a public notice issued by court bailiffs, government auctioneers and debt collectors Armstrong Limited be auctioned off over an outstanding debt of over 611 billion Uganda Shillings. Armstrong […]
Qatar Airways Cargo: Two decades in air freight
(Posted 26th September 2023) Qatar Airways Cargo has evolved and grown into the world's leading air cargo carrier, with an extensive fleet and a robust network. To commemorate this remarkable journey, the carrier reflects on its major achievements and innovations. In 2003, Qatar Airways Cargo took delivery of its very first freighter, an […]
Rolls-Royce Hydrogen Research Sets World Industry First
(Posted 26th September 2023) Rolls-Royce announced a further key milestone, a world industry first, has been achieved in its hydrogen research project. Both Rolls-Royce and its partner easyJet are committed to being at the forefront of the development of hydrogen combustion engine technology capable of powering a range of aircraft, including those in […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 26th 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 launches a new online tourist visa application service!
(Posted 26th September 2023) The Namibian Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Dr. Albert Kawana, announced on the occasion of the commemoration of International Identity Day on 22 September 2023, that Namibia has launched an online tourist visa application. The new online service will enable those wishing to visit Namibia to apply for tourist/ holiday visas online […]
Tourism Invest Africa Workshops – now just days away
(Posted 24th September 2023) Meet the industry leaders shaping the conversation on African travel and tourism investment. Join them live at the ATHW2023 High-level Industry Panel Discussion presented by Tourism Invest Africa in partnership with ZaNiheza where industry experts will discuss on the theme “Investment Opportunities for Tourism Businesses in Africa – The power of investors […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 25th 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
#Entebbe International Airport changes security check point location
(Posted 25th September 2023) Effective immediately – the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority gave but a few hours notice yesterday evening when posting the message on Twitter – will the security check point, when approaching the international airport, be relocated from the present position to a new location near the Protea Hotel. ( 8:28 […]
East African Airshow Takes Flight: Celebrating Aviation Excellence and Tourism Splendor
(Posted 24th September 2023) The skies are set to ignite with passion and excitement as the East African Airshow takes center stage from the 5th to the 7th of December 2024. This eagerly awaited event promises a spectacular showcase of aviation prowess, innovative technologies, and the seamless integration of aviation and tourism, […]
#AeroTrail publishes statistics of leading routes out of East Africa’s airports
(Posted 24th September 2023) Aerotrail is an aviation consultancy, market research and data analytics solution provider for the African air transport and logistics market. The company was incepted in early 2021 by a group of aviation enthusiasts as a result of the lack of availability of reliable data pertaining to the African aviation […]
Pyne Awards 2024 dates announced
(Posted 24th September 2023) The dates have now been announced for the 2024 edition of the Pyne Awards, one of Africa’s great recognition events for talent and achievements in the tourism, hospitality and aviation industry. The organizers wrote to ATCNews and said this: ‘We’re taking everything you loved about Pyne Africa Events […]
Support Virunga this World Gorilla Day
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Celebrating World Rhino Day
(Posted 23rd September 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, Returning rhino to the wild gives us renewed hope for the long-term survival of healthy eco-systems that benefit both wildlife and people. African Parks recently became the custodian of 2,000 southern white rhino where we have one clear objective: to rewild these rhino to safe, […]
