#WorldChimpanzeeDay – Free entrance to Ngamba Island
(Posted 11th July 2023) Did you know that you can get free entry to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary this Friday? 14th July is World Chimpanzee Day – celebrate the occasion with mankind’s closest relatives – as well as the 25th anniversary of Ngamba! Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary are thrilled to announce that […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 11th July 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
Africa Travel Week hosts webinar spotlighting Pride events as drivers for tourism and change
(Posted 10th July 2023) On 20 June, LoAnn Halden, Vice President of Communications for the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association, moderated an EQUAL Africa, part of Africa Travel Week, webinar on unpacking the importance of Pride events as drivers of tourism and change, especially in the African context. The webinar’s esteemed panellists included Aisha […]
The 6th Africa Business Tourism and MICE Masterclass 2023 is waiting for YOU
(Posted 10th July 2023) The 6 th Africa Business Tourism and MICE Masterclass 2023 collaborates with young entrepreneurs on Digitalization and Technological Innovation. Evidently, the MICE industry has been transformed by technology, which has played a vital role in elevating this industry to new heights. From virtual events to event management software, data […]
Rodrigues Island visitor numbers substantially exceed pre-pandemic figures
(Posted 10th July 2023) In May 2023, Rodrigues welcomed 7,483 visitors The latest statistical statements for the month of May 2023 indicate that 7,483 tourists came on vacation to Rodrigues (Indian Ocean) against 5,404 at the same time in 2019. In addition, the number of tourists, from January to May 2023, shows an […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Lion’s Head summit to temporarily close on short notice!
(Posted 10th July 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) just announced on short notice that the summit of Lion’s Head, located in Cape Town’s Table Mountain National Park, will be closed on… READ MORE
Tourism & Travel – discovering a leader that stands tall … Meet Alain St. Ange
(Posted 10th July 2023) Alain St. Ange – The Story Behind the Name Alain St.Ange, Head of Saint Ange Tourism Consultancy and a former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of the Republic of Seychelles continues to be honoured by being appointed on International Boards, Foundations & Committees. ATCNews […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 10th July 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
More acclaim for #Uganda’s trailblazing Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka
(Posted 09th July 2023) Courtesy of Charlotte Beauvoisin, Publisher of the Diary of a Muzungu Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka’s ‘Walking with Gorillas" book is on sale in all good bookshops. ISBN: 978-1-950994-26-7 We’re immensely proud that our very own Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka has published her memoir. I can’t wait to pick […]
#Clevenard – bringing Africa together
(Posted 09th July 2023) At Clevenard, we know that personalized online identity and business Timeline are crucial to the growth of every business. We have designed Clevenard to help businesses to own a personalized Timeline in just 2 minutes. My time line https://clevenard.com/profile/Clevenard Users can express themselves with timeline posts, photos, gifts, likes, […]
Sayari Dunia Foundation appoints Alain St. Ange as a Board Member
(Posted 08th July 2023) Alain St.Ange, the former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of the Seychelles and head of his Saint Ange Tourism Consultancy has been appointed as a Board Member of the Sayari Dunia Sustainable Tourism Foundation. This climate action, sustainable tourism and heritage non – profit and non- […]
Alain St.Ange & Emmanuel Frimpong hold a Tourism support meeting in Ghana
(Posted 07th July 2023) Alain St.Ange, the former Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine Minister of the Seychelles who these days heads his own Tourism Consultancy Business (Saint Ange Consultancy) has been working in Ghana since the early weeks of 2023. This week he was back in Accra, and after meetings with the […]
#RollsRoyce and #EthiopianAirlines sign agreement for new A350-1000 engines
(Posted 07th July 2023) Rolls-Royce (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY) today announces it has signed a TotalCare® service agreement with Ethiopian Airlines for Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines that will power four new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The agreement will provide the airline with predictability as well as a known cost for the services […]
Strong Air Travel Growth Continues in May as Load Factor Rises to 2019 Levels
(Posted 07th July 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released May 2023 traffic data showing continued strong growth in air travel demand. Total traffic in May 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 39.1% compared to May 2022. Globally, traffic is now at 96.1% of May 2019 (pre-pandemic) levels. Domestic traffic for […]
Auric Air Tanzania today commences daily Dar es Salaam to Mwanza flights
(Posted 07th July 2023)
#IcelandAir becomes a new #Airbus customer with an #A321XLR order
(Posted 07th July 2023) Icelandair, the main Icelandic airline based in Keflavik, has placed a firm order for 13 Airbus A321XLR. The order makes Icelandair a new Airbus customer. The airline is also planning to lease four A321LRs. With its extra long range, the A321XLR will allow Icelandair to seize new market opportunities. […]
Emerging Opportunities for Africa Tourism
(Posted 07th July 2023) Leveraging digital technologies, addressing supply chain issues, and diversifying product portfolios to meet the needs of young travelers is key to the continued growth of Africa tourism. AFRICAN HOSPITALITY INVESTMENT FORUM ENDS AMID HOPES FOR TOURISM REBOUND The 2023 edition of the African Hospitality Investment Forum concluded in the […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (July – November 2023)!
(Posted 07th July 2023) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period July 2023 to November 2023. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently transitioning into warm El Niño-like conditions and is moving into an El Niño state which will most likely persist through most of the summer months. However, […]
IATA Releases Industry Net Zero Tracking Methodology to Guide Industry Emission Reporting
(Posted 07th July 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will publish an annual Track Zero report using IATA’s Net Zero Tracking Methodology to report industry-level progress towards aviation’s commitment to Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050. The Net Zero Tracking Methodology and related reporting process were developed with industry experts. IATA will aggregate and […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 07th July 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
Radisson adds seven new hotels in Africa in 1H2023, maintaining growth momentum across continent
(Posted 06th July 2023) The Radisson Hotel Group continues its ambitious growth in Africa with the signing of seven new hotels, adding over 1,400 rooms to its African portfolio. The new hotels expand the Group’s brands, spanning from upscale to premium luxury lifestyle with a new market entry in Gambia and the introduction […]
Qatar Airways Group Reports Record Revenues with Strong Profits as Expansion Continues
(Posted 06th July 2023) Qatar Airways Group has again reported a strong financial performance as the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ publishes its annual report for 2022/23. The airline credits the positive results to its successful strategy during an extraordinary year for the Group as FIFA’s Official Partner […]
Brussels Airlines welcomes passengers travelling to Africa in fully renewed Sunrise Lounge
(Posted 06th July 2023) As from tomorrow, Friday July 7th, Brussels Airlines’ long-haul business class passengers travelling to Sub-Saharan Africa can enjoy a fully renovated Sunrise Lounge in the T-zone of Brussels Airport. With, among others, more seating, more sleeping comfort and a larger variety of quality food and drinks, the Belgian […]
Air Cargo Demand Remains Weak in May
(Posted 06th July 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2023 global air cargo markets showing weak market conditions. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs), fell 5.2% compared to May 2022 (-6.0% for international operations). Capacity, as measured by available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTKs), rose 14.5% compared to May […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: One-day protest action scheduled to take place in Marakele National Park!
(Posted 06th July 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that it has received a notification for a planned protest scheduled to take place in Marakele National Park on… READ MORE
Viva Aerobus signs MoU for 90 A321neo
(Posted 06th July 2023) Mexican ultra-low-cost airline Viva Aerobus has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for 90 A321neo aircraft to drive its international and domestic growth. This MoU would bring the airline’s order book to 170 A320 Family aircraft. “These 90 A321neo 240-seater aircraft will allow us to grow and renew our […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 06th July 2023) CCA IN THE NEWS US-Africa Business Summit Line Up: Government & Business Leaders AllAfrica More than 1,000 participants, including six African heads of state and government and a delegation of senior U.S. government officials, are expected in Gaborone for the U.S.-Africa Business Summit, organized by the Corporate Council on […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 06th July 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
#Seychelles increases water security with reopening of La Gogue Dam
(Posted 05th July 2023) After 5 years of building work has the La Gogue Dam, the largest fresh water reservoir in the Seychelles on the main island of Mahe, can now undergo tests to establish full functionality before water can be released for treatment and consumption. The level of water was given by […]
#AfriArt2023 publishes guide for attendees
(Posted 05th July 2023) Dear Afri art and fashion Show attendees! This comprehensive guide is tailored specifically for you, understanding that you may have some inquiries that need addressing. Within this guide, we have provided answers to some of your questions. However, if there are any further clarifications you require, please do not […]
