Global Hotel Alliance kicks off 2023 in growth mode
(Posted 10th May 2023) Thailand, Maldives, UAE, Spain, Singapore and Caribbean lead room revenue hikes 16 new hotels across nine brands join GHA portfolio since January Room revenue and rooms nights bounce back to 2019 levels in Q1 Total revenue hits US$550 million for the quarter, up 127% on 2021 International stays […]
How private sector can lead conservation charge in Africa
(Posted 10th May 2023) By Chris Diaz, The Standard May 2023 It’s no doubt Africa is home to some of the world’s most endangered species of animals. To protect these populations from further decline, there is need to empower local communities through conservation-friendly development and work with agencies and organizations to protect Africa’s […]
US Proposed Passenger Compensation Rule Will Raise Costs but Not Solve Delays
(Posted 10th May 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) criticized the decision by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Biden Administration to raise the cost of air travel by mandating airlines provide financial compensation to travelers for flight delays and cancellations, in addition to their current care offerings. According to […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
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TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways announces fleet expansion to relaunch international routes!
(Posted 09th May 2023) The national carrier of South Africa, South African Airways (SAA), has announced in a statement issued on 05 May 2023 that it has been given the green light for a significant expansion of its fleet to pave the way for the relaunch international routes and increase seat capacity for its […]
#Kenya lifts final Covid19 restrictions as WHO ends the State of Emergency too
(Posted 09th May 2023) The Kenyan tourism industry sighed a combined breath of relief last weekend after the country’s health authorities lifted the final restrictions which came with the Covid19 pandemic. According to Kenyan tourism pundits will this measure further assist in the ongoing recovery of the tourism industry and puts […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 09th May 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
CNS Partnership Conference to Focus on Maintaining Air Cargo Momentum
(Posted 08th May 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Cargo Network Services Corporation (CNS) announced that the theme of this year’s CNS Partnership Conference will be “Momentum: Maintaining and Gaining.” The CNS Partnership Conference is taking place in Miami, 4-6 June. “Air Cargo proved its worth during the pandemic, delivering critical medical supplies […]
Wantotrip Unveils Innovative Travel Solutions at GITEX Africa 2023
(Posted 08th May 2023) Wantotrip (www.Wantotrip.net), a new travel startup, is set to make waves at GITEX Africa 2023 (www.GITEXAfrica.com) as it showcases its groundbreaking travel solutions. The highly anticipated event presents an ideal opportunity for Wantotrip to introduce its innovative approach to the market and solidify its position as a trailblazer in […]
#Fastjet announces introduction of added value family fare
(Posted 08th May 2023) Fastjet Zimbabwe, the award-winning airline, has today, Monday, 08th of May 2023, announced the introduction of an enhanced value-based Fare Family structure available for sale to all customers across all their channels. The airline continues to expand its offering with more options to suit travel plans across the […]
TravelComments.com – Mossel Bay: The St Blaize Hiking Trail has been reopened!
(Posted 08th May 2023) The Mossel Bay Municipality has announced that following repair work done to a section of the popular St Blaize Hiking Trail at the Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse and cave, the trail has been declared… READ MORE
#Africa’s largest hotel gets a Grand Opening
(Posted 08th May 2023) Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest aviation group in Africa, held a grand opening of the largest hotel on the African continent as it inaugurated the second phase of the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel. Ethiopian Airlines opened the first phase of Ethiopian Skylight Hotel back in January 2019. With the new […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 08th May 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
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 05th of May 2023) In view of the continuously lower numbers of new COVID19 cases in Africa will this update now be filed once a week, i.e. every Friday. Should case numbers start to increase again on a significant scale will the updates expand again to more editions. This update is sponsored […]
oneworld Chief Executive Officer Rob Gurney announces his resignation
(Posted 05th May 2023) oneworld has announced that its Chief Executive Officer Rob Gurney opted to leave the alliance’s central management team. “We are grateful to Rob for his leadership in navigating oneworld through the challenges of the past six years,” said oneworld Chairman and Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Mr. Akbar Al Baker. “Rob […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
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TravelComments.com – South Africa: Reserve Bank launches new banknotes and coins
(Posted 04th May 2023) The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has unveiled South Africa’s upgraded banknotes and coin on 03 May 2023. The new denominations are available from today (04 May 2023) and will be introduced incrementally. The upgraded banknotes and coin series will… READ MORE
Look who’s attending AHIF 2023
(Posted 04th May 2023) Look who’s attending AHIF 2023 Is your company represented? With only a few weeks to go for this year’s Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) in Nairobi, we have a limited number of tickets remaining. AHIF consists of high-level conference discussions, workshops and in-person networking features including investor sessions, gala networking […]
Important updates on the 5th Africa Youth In Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge
(Posted 04th May 2023) With only three weeks before the 5 th annual Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge (www.youthtourismsummit.com) kicks off, this year’s edition is scheduled for 31st of May to 02nd of June 2023 in Swakopmund, and again hosted by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Namibia. […]
Air Travel Growth Continues in March
(Posted 04th May 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced strong demand growth in air travel for March 2023. Total traffic in March 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 52.4% compared to March 2022. Globally, traffic is now at 88.0% of March 2019 levels. Domestic traffic for March rose 34.1% […]
#AviaDevAfrica announces that Rodger Foster, MD/CEO, Airlink to receive the2023 Ato Girma Wake Award
(Posted 04th May 2023) AviaDev Africa, the premier platform dedicated to developing air connectivity to, from and within the African continent, is pleased to announce that Mr Rodger Foster, CEO and Managing Director of Airlink, has been awarded the prestigious Ato Girma Wake Award for his outstanding contribution to Route Development in Africa. […]
Airbus reports First Quarter (Q1) 2023 results
(Posted 04th May 2023) 127 commercial aircraft delivered in Q1 2023 Revenues € 11.8 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 0.8 billion EBIT (reported) € 0.4 billion; EPS (reported) € 0.59 Free cash flow before M&A and customer financing € -0.9 billion Guidance unchanged Airbus SE has reported consolidated financial results for its First Quarter […]
Preparing for the megatrends: carving a cost-efficient route to future travel
(Posted 04th May 2023) By Gustavo Pina, Director, SITA Lab 03 May 2023 The future of travel is set to be transformed by a range of powerful megatrends, from emerging technologies to societal and economic trends. To adapt to this rapidly changing landscape, airports and airlines must act now to prepare for the […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 04th May 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Chevron export earnings boost supply of US dollars in Venezuela Reuters Some of U.S. oil major Chevron Corp’s (CVX.N) export earnings from its Venezuela operations are bolstering supplies of U.S. dollars in the South American country, three sources with knowledge of the matter told Reuters. Chevron […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
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Air Cargo Declines Moderate in March
(Posted 03rd May 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2023 global air cargo markets showing a continued decline against previous year’s demand performance. This trend began in March 2022. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), fell 7.7% compared to March 2022 (-8.1% for international operations). This was […]
TravelComments.com – Iziko Museums of South Africa: Free entry to selected museums on International Museum Day!
(Posted 03rd May 2023) On Wednesday, 18 May 2023, Iziko Museums of South Africa will be joining the International Museum community in celebrating International Museum Day (IMD), with free entry to selected Iziko museums sites in Cape Town. The… READ MORE
Ecoguard post opens in #HwangeNationalPark / #Zimbabwe
(Posted 03rd May 2023) By Boris Ngounou, Afrik21 April, 2023 An ecoguard post is now operational in Hwange National Park in north-western Zimbabwe. It is a permanent base camp for ecoguards to prevent wildlife crime and protect local communities. The facility is the result of cooperation between the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management […]
#Zimbabwe forges key conservation partnerships
(Posted 03rd May 2023) By Sydney Kawadza, Zimbabwe Independent April, 2023 A team of tourists to Hwange National Park recently experienced a rare spectacle: three leopards trudged along the road, in close proximity to their all-terrain vehicle, as they glided into the vast wildlife enclave’s main camp. It was an extraordinary and rare […]
Maasai Mara (Part 2): Showcasing One of the Most Iconic Wildlife Destinations on the Planet
(Posted 03rd May 2023) View Newsletter as Webpage Maasai Mara: The Quintessential African Safari Home to the Big Five and the Great Migration Dear Traveler, Welcome to Part 2 of our Maasai Mara exploration! In February’s newsletter, we showcased 6 of our favourite tented camps and lodges in Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve and Conservancies. […]
