TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (June – October 2023)!
(Posted 12th June 2023) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period June 2023 to October 2023. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently in a neutral state. However, forecasts indicate that… READ MORE
#Seychelles Regatta is back
(Posted 12th June 2023) After an absence of 4 years will the Seychelles Regatta return this year in August. It will be the Golden Jubilee of the event which first ran in 1973. Taking place at Beau Vallon will all funds raised by the event go towards a further redevelopment of the regatta […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 12th June 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
African Development Bank and Government of #Tanzania launch US $54 million initiative to drive job creation for youth in Zanzibar
(Posted 11th June 2023) The African Development Bank Group and the Republic of Tanzania have launched the Skills Development for Youth Employability in Blue Economy project. This is a project that will enable Zanzibari youth to find well-paying maritime and other blue economy jobs. The Bank is providing grant financing of $48.65 […]
IATA and UNEP to Address Key Environmental Challenges in Aviation Including Single-Use Plastics
(Posted 10th June 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aligned with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to address sustainability challenges in the aviation industry. Reduction of problematic single use plastics products (SUPP) and improving the circularity in the […]
#Kenya Tourism News Updates
(Posted 10th June 2023) Traditional Beach Destinations Re- Emerging Globally The WTTC Consumer Trends Report 2023 indicates a resurgence in the love for traditional beach destinations. Sales of sun and sea packages rose 75% to nearly US$ 69 billion in 2022, with beach holidays accounting for 35% of global packages – the same share […]
The 5th and 2023 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit has been hailed as a huge success
(Posted 10th June 2023) AFRICA YOUTH IN TOURISM INNOVATION SUMMIT & CHALLENGE 2023 HAS BEEN HAILED A SUCCESS The 5th and 2023 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit, hosted by the Namibia Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism in partnership with Africa Tourism Partners, UNWTO, and BDO, was a tremendous success. The Summit, […]
TravelComments.com – Portugal: TAP Air Portugal launches a second service to Angola!
(Posted 10th June 2023) TAP Air Portugal, the flag carrier of Portugal, has announced the launch of flights between Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) in Porto and Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD) in Luanda, Angola. The airline will operate two weekly return flights on… READ MORE
The Pyne Awards are introducing 3 power packed events coming this September
(Posted 10th June 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, dear friens, Since our inception over 5 years ago, we have been celebrating the individuals who contribute to the greatness of the hospitality industry in Africa. This year, we are taking a step further by introducing three power-packed events: a conference and workshops, an exhibition […]
Archbishop French Chang-Him will be sadly missed in #Seychelles and across the Indian Ocean Islands
(Posted 10th June 2023) The 9th of June saw the funeral of a Seychellois giant, the Archbishop French Chang-Him, who passed on the 26th of May 2023 at the age of 85 after a short illness that saw him being hospitalized. Archbishop Chang-Him was born in Seychelles and is the son of Francis […]
#EthiopianAirlines to Enhance Passenger Experience with Inflight Broadband Service
(Posted 09th June 2023) Revealed at Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg, Ethiopian Airlines, the fastest- growing airline brand globally and the Africa’s largest airline brand, will offer advanced, high-speed inflight broadband to passengers onboard its new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, with GX Aviation provided by Inmarsat, recently acquired by Viasat, and selected through […]
A successful Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge 2023 ends
(Posted 09th June 2023) Over 600 physical and over 1000 virtual delegates attended the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge 2023. Participants included youth in tourism, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small enterprises and had the opportunity to reconnect, engage, learn. Hosted by the Namibia Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism […]
#Karongwe News Updates
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#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 09th June 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
2023 Winners of IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards Announced
(Posted 08th June 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the winners of the 2023 edition of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards. Inspirational Role Model: Poppy Khoza – Director of Civil Aviation, South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) High Flyer: Camila Turrieta – Chair of the Diversity, Equity, Belonging, and Inclusion Committee, Air Line Pilots […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 08th June 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
Lilian Musyoka – A familiar face continuing her aviation career at #AviaReps
(Posted 08th June 2023) After a career in travel and aviation, spanning 23 years, has Lilian Musyoka – more recently of Precision Air – moved on to become the AviaReps (GSA) General Manager for the company’s newly opened offices in Kenya and Tanzania. AviaReps, the world’s leading international representation, marketing and communications […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 08th June 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines looking at possible wide-body jet orders Reuters Ethiopian Airlines is evaluating possible Airbus and Boeing wide-body plane orders and is expecting to make a decision by the end of the year, Chief Executive Mesfin Tasew said.The carrier is looking at Airbus A350s, […]
IATA Expands Turbulence Aware Platform
(Posted 08th June 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that ANA and WestJet have joined its Turbulence Aware Platform on the sidelines of the 79th IATA Annual General Meeting. Turbulence Aware was launched in 2018 to help airlines mitigate the impact of turbulence which is a leading cause of passenger and crew injuries […]
Sheraton Kampala appoint Ms. Charity Nalwoga as their new Assistant PR and Marketing Manager
(Posted 07th June 2023) Charity Nalwoga has recently joined the Sheraton Kampala Hotel as the new Assistant PR and Marketing Manager and she will be part of the Sales and Marketing Team working under Mr. James Okongo who is the hotel’s Director of Sales and Marketing. After a degree in marketing and […]
KAZA region to benefit from WALK FOR LOVE AFRICA
(Posted 07th June 2023) A dedicated walk to generate support for the KAZA region and ideals will be taking place from the 19th to 23rd of June, covering #Zimbabwe #Zambia #Botswana and #Namibia, the four countries which have come together to make access to their border region national parks easier. Walk For Love […]
IHG adds first ‘voco resort’ in #Africa
(Posted 07th June 2023) IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a Management Agreement with Akam Al Rajhi, a joint venture between AkamAlRajhi and Al Rajhi Saudi groups. With this signing, IHG continues to expand their footprint across the MEA region and diversify […]
Unruly Passenger Incidents in Post-Pandemic Increase
(Posted 07th June 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released a new analysis showing that reported unruly passenger incidents increased in 2022 compared to 2021. IATA called for more states to take the necessary authority to prosecute passengers under Montreal Protocol 2014 (MP14). Latest figures show that there was one unruly incident […]
#AFRAA announces details for the June SkyConnect Dialogue
(Posted 07th June 2023) Compliments from AFRAA! Mr. Cheikh Diop, Africa Support Strategy Project Leader, Airbus takes centre stage at the June edition of AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues session scheduled for 14th June 2023 at 14h00 EAT (UTC: 11h00). Join us for a thought-provoking one-on-one dialogue session with Mr. Diop as he shares his views and thoughts on the […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 07th June 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways to receive six new aircaft & resume intercontinental flights within two months!
(Posted 06th June 2023) South African Airways (SAA) has announced that it has been given the permission to lease a wide-body aircraft as well as five narrow-body aircraft – all of them Airbus equipment. This paves the way for South Africa’s national carrier to relaunch international routes and increase seat capacity for its regional and […]
TravelComments.com – Mozambique: LAM-Mozambique Airlines introduces a new service to Lusaka, Zambia!
(Posted 06th June 2023) The flag carrier of Mozambique, LAM – Mozambique Airlines, is set to introduce a new service between Maputo and Lusaka, Zambia, with a stopover in Harare, Zimbabwe, as part of the airline’s South African countries’ capital inclusion strategy. Effective… READ MORE
Airline Profitability Outlook Strengthens
(Posted 06th June 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced an expected strengthening of airline industry profitability in an upgrade of its outlook for 2023. Highlights include: Airline industry net profits are expected to reach $9.8 billion in 2023 (1.2% net profit margin) which is more than double the previous forecast of […]
TravelComments.com – Malawi has lifted all Covid-19 travel related restrictions at points of entry!
(Posted 06th June 2023) The Government of Malawi has announced that with effect vom 05 June 2023 all Covid-19 travel related restrictions for entry into Malawi are lifted. A Covid-19 vaccination certificate or a negative Covid-19 PCR test result are no longer a requirement for entering the country. Outgoing travellers… READ MORE
CPS: Transforming East Africa’s Real Estate Landscape
(Posted 06th June 2023) CPS, the largest private real estate developer in Tanzania, has announced its latest project in Fumba Town – “The Soul Fumba.” Following the success of “The Soul” project in Paje, where all units were sold out earlier this year, CPS is expanding its reach to the urban setting of […]
