#AFRAA55AGA Takes Strides to Transform Aviation for Development
(Posted 24th November 2023) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and Uganda Airlines concluded the 55th Annual General Assembly (AGA) in Kampala, Uganda on Tuesday evening. The event was held under the High Patronage of the Government of Uganda and officiated by H.E Jessica Rose Epel Alupo, Vice President of the Republic of […]
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(Posted 24th November 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
The power of data: How artificial intelligence will help unveil the future of aviation
(Posted 24th November 2023) zeroG and Brussels Airlines organize a hackathon in Brussels: “Unlock the Power of Data” zeroG and Brussels Airlines are holding a hackathon entitled “Unlock the Power of Data” from yesterday, 23rd to 24th of November in Brussels to unlock the immense potential of data and artificial intelligence […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: All beaches are open for swimming!
(Posted 24th November 2023) The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has released updated lists of beaches that are currently (as of 22 November 2023) open and safe for swimming, closed for swimming and of swimming pools that are currently open to the public. According to the lists… READ MORE
Traditional leaders in Zimbabwe condemn poaching
(Posted 23rd November 2023) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Obert Siamilandu, News Day Traditional leaders in Kariba district have condemned wildlife poaching in the area, adding that the crime was detrimental to the development of tourism in the district. Kariba’s tourism is anchored on wildlife, hence the need […]
Liz Tapawa brings home ‘Skal Club of the Year’ award to #Nairobi – a First for #Africa
(Posted 23rd November 2023) Skal Kenya Nairobi was declared the winner of the coveted “Skal Club of the year Award” As every year, the General Secretariat makes an exhaustive revision to identify the Clubs that meet the set requirements to be eligible to enter the “Skål Club of the Year” competition. Eligible Skål […]
Register now for Africa Travel Week 2024
(Posted 23rd November 2023) Register now for Africa Travel Week 2024 ? Registration now open for Africa Travel Week 2024, running from 07 to 12 April in the City of Cape Town ? 2024 programme includes WTM Africa, ILTM Africa, and various bolt-on events, conferences, and awards ceremonies running concurrently ? […]
THE BEST IN GLOBAL TRAVEL FOR 2023 CELEBRATED AT STAR-STUDDED ULTRAS AWARDS CEREMONY IN DUBAI
(Posted 23rd November 2023) Hotel Lutetia Paris named hotel of the year, Capella voted leading luxury hotel brand, Japan shines as most popular holiday hotspot and Portrait Milano recognised as best new hotel, while Dubai wins multiple airline and airport accolades The world’s leading hotels, destination, airline, airport and cruise line, as […]
Corporate Council on Africa News
(Posted 23rd November 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS African Development Bank approves $10 million investment in Dhamana Guarantee Company Limited, East Africa African Development Bank Group The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved a $10 million equity investment in Dhamana Guarantee Company Limited to support the use […]
#AfricanParks need your support, now more than ever before!
(Posted 23rd November 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, As we gather during this time of giving and gratitude, we are full of appreciation for your support and dedication to our cause. Together, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones, making significant strides in safeguarding Africa’s natural landscapes and contributing to the communities who depend on […]
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(Posted 23rd November 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
#AFRAA56AGA set to go to Egypt
(Posted 22nd November 2023) With the 55th Annual General Assembly just concluded in Kampala have the powers that be at #AFRAA confirmed to ATCNews that the next AGA will take place in Egypt. Host airline will be national airline Egypt Air and the new president of AFRAA for the year 2023/3034 will […]
www.TravelComments.com – South African Airways suspends flights to #Malawi
(Posted 22nd November 2023) South African Airways (SAA) has announced that it will suspend services from OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) in Lilongwe and Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre in Malawi due to the recent economic challenges in the country. According to SAA’s Chief Executive Officer, Prof. John Lamola, the decision to cancel the route is a carefully considered risk management […]
ATCAF 2023 in Ekiti: Uniting Africa for Sustainable Tourism and Climate Action
(Posted 22nd November 2023) The Sayari Dunia Sustainable Tourism Foundation (SDSTF) announced the kickoff of the Africa Tourism Climate Action Forum (ATCAF) 2023. This highly-anticipated 3-day conference, scheduled for November 24th to 26th, 2023, in Ado Ekiti and the prestigious Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort & Conference CenterIkogosi Warm Springs Resort & Conference CenterIkogosi Warm Springs Resort & Conference CenterIkogosi Warm Springs Resort & Conference Center in […]
Militants Take Cover Amid Elephants, Lions in West Africa’s National Parks
(Posted 22nd November 2023) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Michael M. Phillips, The Wall Street Journal Gunmen pulled 18 villagers from their homes during a night raid this spring, shooting some and slitting the throats of the rest. They wedged hand grenades under the bodies, laying a trap […]
SMBC Aviation Capital orders 60 #Airbus #A320neo Family aircraft
(Posted 22nd November 2023) Leading aircraft lessor SMBC Aviation Capital has ordered a further 60 A320neo Family aircraft taking its total for the type to nearly 340 aircraft purchased directly from Airbus. Together with its existing orders for the A320neo Family, this new one ensures SMBC Aviation Capital will have […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: FlyNamibia set to launch flights to Zimbabwe!
(Posted 22nd November 2023) Namibian domestic and regional carrier FlyNamibia is set to introduce a new service to Zimbabwe. The airline will launch a three-weekly service between Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) in Windhoek and… READ MORE
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(Posted 22nd November 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
… another helicopter accident in #Kenya leaves man on the ground dead
(Posted 22nd November 2023) In a series of helicopter incidents in Kenya did one person on the ground die in the latest accident reported by an aviation source in Nairobi. ATCNews had reported yesterday about two helicopter crashes, just hours from each other in and near Wajir in Northern Kenya: #Kenya – […]
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe: Fastjet has suspeneded its only service to Botswana!
(Posted 21st November 2023) Zimbabwe’s low-cost airline, Fastjet, has suspended its only service to Botswana. The airline stopped operating flights betweem Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls and… READ MORE
Ekkula Sustainable Tourism Awards ceremony taking place this Friday
(Posted 21st November 2023) The 2023 edition of the Ekkula Sustainable Tourism Awards will take place this coming Friday, 24th of November, at the Sheraton Hotel Kampala. Nominees had been released to the public for voting purposes in a number of categories and the result will be published here soon after the winners […]
TravelComments.com – Angola: TAAG Angola Airlines increases flights to Namibia, Mozambique & Brazil!
(Posted 21st November 2023) TAAG Angola Airlines, the flag carrier of Angola, is set to increase flights to Windhoek in Namibia, Maputo in Mozambique and São Paulo in Brazil. Flights to the Namibian capital will increase to… READ MORE
#ColobusConservation needs your support to prevent electrocution of Colobus in #Diani #Kenya
(Posted 21st November 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, Dear Friends of Colobus Conservation, We need your help to reduce a tragic rise in electrocutions of the IUCN Vulnerable listed Angolan black-and-white Colobus (Colobus angolensis palliatus) in Diani, Kenya. In the past five years, 93 Colobus monkeys have suffered this fate, and the rate of […]
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TravelComments.com – Eat Out names South Africa’s best restaurants 2023!
(Posted 21st November 2023) South Africa’s leading restaurant guide, Eat Out, has named the winners of the Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards 2023 at Cape Town’s GrandWest Grand Arena on Sunday 19 November 2023. Restaurants were assessed on several factors, including decor and ambience, service, the wine list and the quality of the ingredients. In addition to the Eat Out stars, […]
African aviation challenges – blocked funds, inadequate Sustainable Aviation Fuel policy, safety, market access & affordability
(Posted 21st November 2023) By end-Sep 2023, USD1.68 billion of airlines’ foreign revenue was trapped in African countries experiencing foreign exchange reserves shortages 23 of all African nations have ratified the AU’s Single Africa Air Transport Market accord (a key pillar of the African Continental Free Trade Area). More work needs to be […]
#Kenya – Lucky escape for crews of two helicopters in Wajir
(Posted 21st November 2023) All images from social media. In what sounds like a Black Friday scenario did two helicopters, one privately owned and one belonging to the Kenya Army, crash in Wajir / Northern Kenya in the space of just a few hours. A Eurocopter AS 350B3+ Ecureuil, registered as 5Y-SDL, […]
Funding Mobilized for Communities in Eastern and Southern Africa Fuels Resilience and Conservation Efforts
(Posted 20th November 2023) The Platform’s goal is to mobilize at least $15 million to support tourism-reliant communities with pandemic recovery efforts and build longer-term resilience The African Nature-Based Tourism Platform has released a report showcasing the impact of funding mobilized for community-based organizations in eastern and southern Africa following the devastating […]
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(Posted 20th November 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Welcome to #AFRAA55AGA and Welcome to #Kampala / #Uganda – #ThePearlofAfrica
(19th November 2023) ATCNews welcomes delegates, participants, exhibitors and media to the 55th Annual General Assembly to Kampala and the Speke Resort Munyonyo Conference Centre. Kampala is the second ‘home town’ of ATCNews and in fact just a short distance from the venue. ATCNews will bring readers updates from the proceedings from […]
