European Air Traffic Management Must Cut Emissions and Be Judged by an Independent Referee
(Posted 02nd December 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Airlines for Europe (A4E) urged EU Transport Ministers to agree to recommendations for European air traffic management (ATM) at their meeting on December 5th which will deliver specific environmental improvements and submit its performance to review from an independent regulatory authority. EU […]
#ColobusConservation in #Diani needs your support
(Posted 02nd December 2022) Hello Friends of Colobus Colobus Conservation really needs your financial help to expand its operations. Since 1997 we have operated efficiently in the Diani stretch. Through these years we have gained experience and learned best practices in animal welfare and conservation. Because of this accumulated experience, we believe that we are […]
TravelComments.com – TAZARA: Temporary suspension of passenger train services between Zambia & Tanzania!
(Posted 02nd December 2022) The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) has announced the suspension of cross-border passenger services between Zambia and Tanzania due to a train accident involving a freight train. The accident occurred in the early hours of 30 November 2022. The section between Lumumwe and Mpanga in Tanzania,… READ MORE
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 02nd December 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: SANParks tightens security in Table Mountain National Park during the festive season 2022/23!
(Posted 01st December 2022) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced plans to tighten security inside Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town during the festive season 2022/23. The Sea, Air and Mountain (SEAM) Special Operations Ranger team, the canine unit, members of the Operations Unit, as well as visitor safety rangers, will be deployed to ensure the safety of visitors in […]
October Passenger Demand & Forward Bookings Signal Continuing Recovery
(Posted 01st December 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in air travel continued in October. Total traffic in October 2022 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 44.6% compared to October 2021. Globally, traffic is now at 74.2% of October 2019 levels. Domestic traffic for October 2022 slipped 0.8% […]
Cape Town Air Access discuss their incredible recovery and future plans for their network
(Posted 01st December 2022) AVIADEV PODCASTS: Cape Town Air Access discuss their incredible recovery and future plans for their network Listen Now Connect with Paul van den brink on LinkedIn Connect with David King on LinkedIn In this episode, we head back to Cape Town, the host city […]
#ATTA – Become a member and join the travel industry at ‘Experience Africa’ in June next year
(Posted 01st December 2022) The African Travel and Tourism Association, the absolute leader in trade associations dealing with the promotion of travel to and within Africa, will hold their premier travel trade exhibition, Experience Africa from the 26th to the 28th of June next year in London. This travel trade show is dedicated to promote […]
CAPA-Envest Sustainability Benchmarking Report Has Launched
(Posted 01st December 2022) CAPA is excited to announce that the second edition of the CAPA-Envest Airline Sustainability Benchmarking Report is now available The report is the industry’s first single source of truth on emissions, benchmarking airlines and their performance as they transition to net zero operations. Now in its second year, this […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 01st December 2022) U.S.-AFRICA RELATIONS Ambassador Hussain Travels to Morocco, The Gambia, and Senegal U.S Department of State U.S. Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom Rashad Hussain will travel to Morocco, The Gambia, and Senegal from November 28 through December 1, 2022. On November 28, Ambassador Hussain will travel to […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 01st December 2022) ATCNews readers now 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 30th November 2022) In view of the lower numbers of new COVID19 cases will this update now be filed – at least for the time being – every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Should case numbers start to increase again on a significant scale will the work daily updates resume. This update is sponsored […]
Headwinds Continue to Affect Air Cargo Demand in October
(Posted 30th November 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2022 global air cargo markets showing that headwinds continue to affect air cargo demand. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), fell 13.6% compared to October 2021 (-13.5% for international operations). Capacity was 0.6% below October 2021. This was […]
President Ramkalawan visits coastal rehabilitation and infrastructure projects
(Posted 30th November 2022) President Wavel Ramkalawan yesterday conducted visits at key locations on Mahé of project at Beau Vallon, Corgat Estate, Anse Gaulette as well as the Baie Lazare Police Station. The purpose of the visits was to view first-hand how far the mitigation projects were being implemented and discuss pertinent […]
TravelComments.com – Garden Route: Several beaches in Mossel Bay closed due to possible oil spill!
(Posted 30th November 2022) The Mossel Bay Municipality announed on 29 November 2022 that several beaches along the Garden Route in Mossel Bay have been closed to the public. The Blue Flags will not be raised at any of the Blue Flag beaches in Mossel Bay until the beaches are safe againfor public use. The Municipality was being notified on 28 […]
#Zambia Tourism News – Courtesy of #KafuntaSafaris
(Posted 30th November 2022) HomeAvailability & PricingLatestContact Us Welcome to our Newsletter It’s undeniable… time is fleeting. We are now heading into the last month of our safari season. Our remote camps, Three Rivers and Island, have already closed, and now we’re a hop away from Christmas and New Year celebrations at Kafunta River Lodge. I can’t […]
The Winners Special – 5th Africa Tourism Leadership Awards 2022
(Posted 30th November 2022) The Winners Special – 5th Africa Tourism Leadership Awards 2022 Outstanding Accommodation Facility / Group Award Accommodation facility with best world class facilities, quality standards, service excellence provided to guests and sustainable practices (i.e. green credentials, decent employment practices, staff development opportunities) in Africa. Small operations are […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 30th November 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
IATA Calls on Denmark and Iceland to Revoke Planned ATC Rate Hikes
(Posted 29th November 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on both the Danish and Icelandic Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP) to revoke the planned increases in air traffic charges set to come into effect on 01st of January 2023. On average, the fees paid by airlines for crossing the airspace […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Thirteen beaches are currently open for swimming!
(Posted 29th November 2022) The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has announced the re-opening of additional three beaches in Durban following improvements in water quality. The decision to open the beaches was taken after experts conducted water tests which confirmed that beach water quality had improved to an acceptable […]
Brussels Airport puts on the Christmas decorations
(Posted 29th November 2022) The unique winter experience It’s that time again! Christmas is back in the country and Belgium’s Christmas markets are ready to welcome you with a delicious hot chocolate, a fiery shot of gin or a tasty mulled wine. For young and old, with friends or family, nothing […]
Croatia Airlines signs firm order for six A220 aircraft
(Posted 29th November 2022) Croatia Airlines, Croatia’s national flag carrier based in Zagreb, has signed a firm order for six A220-300 aircraft. Croatia Airlines plans to lease an additional nine A220s, taking its total commitment for the type to 15. The A220s will replace previous generation aircraft in the company’s fleet, reducing operating […]
WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards 2023 Entries are open!
(Posted 29th November 2022) The Africa Travel Week is calling all sustainability champions, changemakers, movers, and shakers to enter the WTM Responsible Tourism Awards 2023 as applications are now open for entries. This is your chance to be recognised as a leader in responsible tourism and to put your company on the world […]
#VirungaNationalPark Needs Your Help
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Is #Airlink switching the St. Helena flights to Cape Town?
(Posted 29th November 2022) Information is emerging that the twice weekly flights by Airlink from Johannesburg via Windhoek / Walvis Bay to the island of St. Helena may soon take off from Cape Town. The island government is reportedly in discussions with Airlink about the change which could take effect as soon […]
#Seychelles no longer requires C19 PCR test or vaccination certificate as #AirSeychelles set to launch #Almaty flights
(Posted 29th November 2022) Given the sharp fall in Covid19 cases in the Seychelles, presently only 193 persons are counted as infected but all without hospitalisation, has the Seychelles government, effective 01st of December, lifted all related travel requirements such as a negative PCR test and/or C19 vaccination certificates. HOWEVER, anyone arriving […]
#EU Mission in #Uganda extends deadline for tourism support applications
(Posted 29th November 2022) Dear colleagues of the hospitality and tourism sector in Uganda. The Mission of the European Union has issued the following notice for distribution to the local tourism and hospitality industry which www.ATCNews.org is happy to re-broadcast. The notice is about the extension of the “EU-UDB tourism recovery facility” […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 28th November 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#POATE2023 dates confirmed
(Posted 29th November 2022) www.ATCNews.org has learned that Uganda’s main international tourism trade show, the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo, in short known as POATE, will take place from 08th to the 11th of February next year. This will be the sixth such trade show and buyers from across Africa and […]
Lapalala Wilderness School new environmentally friendly campus officially opens
(Posted 29th November 2022) More than 30 years after the Lapalala Wilderness School was founded by Clive Walker and Dale Parker, it officially opened its doors to the new school building last Saturday, 26th of November 2022. The superb eco-built campus has been funded by the Parker family and the Mapula Trust, under […]
