The official anthem of the 8th edition of the Rodrigues International Kite Surfing Festival 2023 unveiled!
(Posted 24th April 2023) The official anthem of the 8th edition of the Rodrigues International Kite Surfing Festival 2023 was unveiled over the weekend! After the launch of the marketing ‘charm’ operation ‘We Love Rodrigues International Kite Surfing Festival 2023 (#RIKF2023), Monday April 17th with the face of National Heroine and Veteran Judo […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Tygerberg Nature Reserve temporarily closed to the public!
(Posted 24th April 2023) The City of Cape Town has announced that the Tygerberg Nature Reserve is temporarily closed to the public until further notice due to a water supply disruption. The Nature Reserve, located in the northern suburbs of Cape Town, has been experiencing… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Update on the upgrading & refurbishment infrastructure programme!
(Posted 24th April 2023) (SANParks) has released an update on the upgrading and refurbishment infrastructure programme that is currently taking place in Kruger National Park. The project was announced in May 2022, began in July last year and is set to run for three years. Funds for the upgrading and refurbishment infrastructure programme include payments from insurers, contributions from […]
Hiking and summiting Mt Kenya for health
(Posted 24th April 2023) Courteys of and with permission from Jayne Rose Gacheri First published by The Standard, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/travel-destination/article/2001470901/hiking-and-summiting-mt-kenya-for-health To many vacationers, adventurous activities such as zip lining, snorkeling, water rafting, bungee jumping and other adrenaline-driving sports are no activities for the faint-hearted. These extreme sports are not […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 24th April 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
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 21st April 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
#SerenaHotels offers excellent value with low / aka green season East African Residents Rates
(Posted 20th April 2023)
Auric Air achieves prestigious ISSA certification for operational excellence and gets additional aircraft
(Posted 20th April 2023) Auric Air Services Limited is now officially an ISSA certified airline. ISSA (IATA Safety Standard Assessment) is IATA’s internationally recognized and accepted evaluation system designed to assess the operational management and control systems of airlines operating smaller aircraft not eligible for the larger IOSA program. After undergoing the relevant […]
Jenman Safaris celebrates 25th anniversary with special offers
(Posted 20th April 2023) Travel to South Africa with JENMAN Experience the most magical of journeys with a safari of a lifetime to South Africa. Discover the best of South Africa with an array of natural wonders and a multitude of attractions, from Cape Town in the south to the Kruger National […]
History, relaxation at Mama Ngina Waterfront Park
(Posted 20th April 2023) Courteys of and with permission from Jayne Rose Gacheri First published by The Standard, Nairobi, Kenya https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/lifestyle/article/2001470553/history-relaxation-at-mama-ngina-waterfront-park If you are visiting the coastal region, and are near Mombasa Island, Mama Ngina Waterfront Park is an ideal place to visit – it needs no prior planning or arrangement as […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 20th April 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Flutterwave announces Kenya as East African hub Zawya Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has announced that Nairobi, Kenya, will serve as its regional hub in East Africa. This was made known by Mr Oluwabankole Falade, the company’s Chief Regulatory and Government Relations Officer… Read […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 20th April 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
#AfricanElephantNews mourns the passing of Anne Dillon
(Posted 19th April 2023) We mourn the passing of Anne Dillon who co-administered the Elephant News Service. Anne, who died in March after a short illness, worked to keep the service (alongside her colleague, Nicola Payne) as a trusted, timely and valued source of information on elephant conservation & science. A former […]
Delivering operational and technological innovations to build business resilience
(Posted 19th April 2023) Delivering operational and technological innovations to build business resilience Listen Now Connect with Javed on LinkedIn Visit Ink website Javed has been a leader in the aviation industry for over 27 years, having held various Group and C-level positions, including Group COO of AirAsia, COO […]
#Fastjet unveils new staff uniforms
(Posted 19th April 2023) Fastjet Zimbabwe, the award-winning value-based airline, has today unveiled its new uniform designs marking the airline’s readiness for the runway. Fastjet’s new uniform, representing a modern and smart look that captures the airline’s brand identity, will be worn by its ground staff and aircrew across all its bases […]
#RwandAir to add #Paris to their European destinations
(Posted 19th April 2023) RwandAir has announced nonstop flights to Paris due to commence in late June. The initially three times a weekservice between Kigali and Paris CDG will launch on June the 27th, departing the Rwandan capital at 00.30 hrs on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, arriving into Paris at 09.30 hrs (9.30 […]
Alain St.Ange congratulates Derek Hanekom on his appointment as interim chairperson of #SAA
(Posted 19th April 2023) The appointment of Derek Hanekom, the former Tourism Minister of South Africa as the chairperson of interim SAA (South African Airways) Board earlier today had been welcomed right across the continent. Alain St.Ange, also a former Tourism Minister of the Seychelles who worked closely with Minister Hanekom, is […]
TravelComments.com – Addo Elephant National Park: Eight new double family chalets to build within the next 12 month!
(Posted 19th April 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the construction of eight new double family chalets and accompanying infrastructure will soon commence in Addo Elephant National Park in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. The new facilities will be located in… READ MORE
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 19th April 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: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (April – August 2023)!
(Posted 18th April 2023) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period April 2023 to August 2023. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently in a La Niña state, and forecasts indicate that it will likely… READ MORE
#Ethiopia travel is back …
(Posted 18th April 2023) Courtesy of Far and Wild Hi ATCNews Readers, A peace treaty in Ethiopia last year means that travel to this cultural gem is back on the cards with Gondar, Lalibela and Bahir Dar – now all classified as ‘fine to travel’ to in the UK Government FCDO travel advice. […]
Visit the Royal Greenhouses in #Brussels and other news from #BrusselsAirport
(Posted 18th April 2023) Walk in the Royal Greenhouses Always wanted to visit the Royal Greenhouses of Laeken (Brussels)? This year, the Royal Domain is opening its doors to the public again from the 14th of April till the 7th of May. Choose between a short or long (1.5 or 2.5 hours) walk and discover the […]
#AirSeychelles set for Colombo flights
(Posted 18th April 2023) Beginning June 20th of this year will Air Seychelles launch a twice a week service from Mahe to Colombo / Sri Lanka. The airline’s chief commercial officer, Charles Johnson commented on the development: “We’re very excited about this opportunity to link Seychelles with Sri Lanka. A destination in its […]
East African Safari Classic Rally News Updates
(Posted 18th April 2023) NEWSLETTER APRIL 2023 HEARTFELT CONDOLONCES Firstly, our condolences to the family and friends of Craig Breen, Muna Singh Snr of Zambia, Julio Cesar and Francisco Javier. THE ENTRY LIST The entry list for the 2023 Classic Safari as at 17h00 Monday 17th April ’23 stands at 58 confirmed entries along […]
7.6 tons of ivory and ivory products seized at Hai Phong Port
(Posted 18th April 2023) By Thai Binh and Ngoc Loan, Haiquan April 2023 According to the Vinacontrol Hai Phong, the infringing goods seized by Hai Phong Customs Department include about 7.5 tons of ivory and more than 110 kg of ivory products. Earlier, on March 20 at Nam Dinh Vu Port, Hai […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 18th April 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 17th April 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 by […]
Serena Hotels warns of imposters
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#Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport once again shut down due to runway closure
(Posted 17th April 2023) Those in the former government of Uhuru Kenyatta, who were responsible for not letting the construction of East Africa’s main international airport continue a few years ago, once again have egg all over the faces and their already sullied reputation shredded some more. This morning did a Singapore Airlines […]
Changing the African Aviation Narrative -Talking all things Ethiopian Airlines
(Posted 17th April 2023) Changing the African Aviation Narrative – Talking all things Ethiopian Airlines and previewing the AFRAA Stakeholders Convention Listen Now We spoke with Ato Mesfin Tasew Bekele, Group CEO, Ethiopian Airlines and Mr Abderahmane Berthe, SG, AFRAA about the current priorities of Ethiopian Airlines, and hosting the […]
