Uganda Airlines to host 55th AGA as AFRAA concludes Its 54th Annual General Assembly
(Posted 15th December 2022) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and Air Senegal concluded the 54th Annual General Assembly (AGA) in Dakar, Senegal. The event was held under the High Patronage of the Government of Senegal. The Assembly, which brought together 456 delegates from 42 countries under the theme “Acing the Roadmap to Sustainable […]
Radisson opens first Zambian resort minutes away from Victoria Falls
(Posted 15th December 2022) The resort has been constructed and will operate with the greatest respect to one of the world’s largest waterfalls and habitat for several unique species of plants and animals The Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of Radisson Blu Mosi-oa-Tunya Livingstone Resort, Zambia. Nestled on […]
#AviaDevAfrica publishes more podcasts
(Posted 15th December 2022) AVIADEV PODCASTS: New Routes from Kenya Airways and New Route Incentive Programme from Madagascar Listen Now Connect with Martin on LinkedIn here Kenya Airways is an airline that plays a vital role in keeping Africa connected to itself and the wider world. In the last […]
#BreakingNews as #Fastjet announces plans for two new domestic routes in #Zimbabwe
(Posted 15th December 2022) Fastjet Zimbabwe, the award-winning value-based airline has today announced the intention to commence air services to two new domestic leisure destinations of Kariba and Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe. Commencing late March 2023, fastjet is set to introduce their new services from Harare and Victoria Falls to Kariba Airport […]
#BreakingNews as ATTA extends early bird registration for ‘Experience Africa 2023’
(Posted 15th December 2022) Are you a member of ATTA? If not, join the world’s leading trade association dealing exclusively with travel to and across Africa! Visit www.atta.travel for more information. As a member you can then take advantage of not just great daily information updates but also of ATTA’s trade shows […]
#IATA and the South African Civil Aviation Authority sign MoU on Aviation Safety
(Posted 15th December 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together to enhance aviation safety in South Africa. Under the MoU, the SACAA recognises the IATA’ Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) as an acceptable means of compliance with […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 15th 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 – Western Cape: Gamkaberg Nature Reserve temporarily closed!
(Posted 14th December 2022) CapeNature, the public institution with the responsibility for biodiversity conservation in South Africa’s Western Cape, has announced that the Gamkaberg Nature Reserve is temporarily closed. This is due to… READ MORE
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 14th December 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 […]
World Culinary Awards announce the winners
(Posted 14th December 2022) World Culinary Awards – the global initiative to recognize and reward excellence in the culinary industry – has announced the winners of its 2022 programme at a glittering dinner reception in Dubai. This year’s edition of World Culinary Awards proved a global gathering of the culinary industry, with pioneers, influencers […]
New African Development Bank, Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) study calls for urgent attention and increased investment in Africa’s biodiversity
(Posted 14th December 2022) The assessment, launched on the sidelines of the UN Biodiversity summit (COP15) in Montreal, Canada, is based on the 6th National Reports on biodiversity submitted by African countries in 2018 -2020 The African Development Bank and the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF), have launched a regional report […]
Nigerian hospitality industry must increase payment options to maximise growth
(Posted 14th December 2022) The World Travel & Tourism Council’s Economic Impact Report (EIR) shows that Nigeria’s travel and tourism sector’s contribution to GDP is forecasted to grow at an average rate of 5.4% between 2022-2032 After many months of low or no growth, the Nigerian hospitality industry is gearing up to […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 14th 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
African Economic Conference 2022 urges development community to “walk the talk” on innovative solutions to fight climate change
(Posted 13th December 2022) African Economic Conference 2022 urges development community to “walk the talk” on innovative solutions to fight climate change Participants asserted that achieving net zero emissions—the crux of the three-day conference—can be accomplished if all stakeholders are robustly engaged The 17th African Economic Conference ended on Sunday with a charge […]
Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit & Challenge 2023 Registrations and Competition Entries Are Now Open!
(Posted 13th December 2022) Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit & Challenge 2023 Registrations and Competition Entries Are Now Open! 31st of May 2023 – 02nd of June 2023 Click Here to Register The Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge is an annual Youth initiative hosted by Africa Tourism Partners […]
#SayNo to a Golf Course in the Serengeti
(Posted 13th December 2022) Dear Serengeti Supporter Unfortunately, it’s true. A golf course is quietly being built right now in the western part of the Serengeti National Park. The report we received from a conservation expert who happened on the construction site said: “Pretty outrageous really as right in a migratory path. Aside […]
Karongwe Portfolio’s reflections on 2022
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TravelComments.com – Festive season 2022/23: Kruger National Park to enforce daily gate quotas!
(Posted 13th December 2022) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that daily quotas will once again apply at the entrance gates of Kruger National Park from 15 December 2022 until 10 January 2023. Three time slots have been introduced, of which day visitos can choose from. Visitors are urged to make pre-bookings for their visits […]
Minister Barbara Creecy Appoints Ministerial Task Team to Identify and Recommend Voluntary Exit Options and Pathways from the Captive Lion Industry
(Posted 13th December 2022) A Ministerial Task Team is to identify and recommend voluntary exit options and pathways from the captive lion industry to conclude work by June 2023 A Task Team has been appointed by Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister, Ms Barbara Creecy, to identify voluntary exit options and pathways for […]
TravelComments.com – Traffic accidents: The most dangerous roads in South Africa!
(Posted 13th December 2022) The South African Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has released a list of South Africa’s most dangerous roads. The list consists of 24 road sections where 15 or more road crashes have taken place over the past five years. These are the 24 accident hotspots in South Africa:… READ MORE
Global Hotel Alliance GHA reveals five global travel trends
(Posted 13th December 2022) UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotels brands, has identified five clear global travel trends for 2023. A recent survey of its GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme members revealed travel sentiment for the year ahead is extremely positive, with most respondents being comfortable with the thought of […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 13th 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
2022 Africa Visa Openness Index Shows Improvement in Visa Policies Across Continent
(Posted 12th December 2022) Despite Covid-19 lockdowns and travel disruptions, 93% of African countries have maintained or improved their score relative to 2021; Two-thirds of African countries have adopted more liberal visa policies compared to six years ago The 2022 Africa Visa Openness Index (AVOI) report shows African countries making progress in their […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: A new Interpretation Centre for the for the ?Khomani Cultural Landscape World Heritage Site has been opened at Twee Rivieren Rest Camp!
(Posted 12th December 2022) A new Interpretation Centre for the or the ?Khomani Cultural Landscape World Heritage Site has been opened at Twee Rivieren Rest Camp in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. The centre is currently open to the public from 07:00 until 18:00 every day…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways defers resumption of flights between Johannesburg Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)!
(Posted 12th December 2022) South African Airways (SAA) has announced that the launch of its new service to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) in South Africa’s Eastern Cape had been deferred. According to the airline, flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) in Gqeberha, which was to commence today (12 December 2022), will now be deferred […]
IATA outlines challenges and priorities for air transport in Africa
(Posted 12th December 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has outlined the priority issues that have to be resolved for Africa’s airline industry to become sustainably viable. These were spelled out by IATA’s Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East, Kamil Alawadhi, in his address to the 2022 General […]
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 12th December 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 […]
The Sayari Dunia Sustainable Tourism Foundation is ready to host their annual conference
(Posted 12th December 2022) Sayari Dunia Sustainable Tourism Foundation (SDSTF), a climate action and sustainable tourism organisation in collaboration with the Ogun State Government Ministry of Culture and Tourism have announced the dates for the 3rd edition of Africa Tourism Day. The 3-day event will hold from the 14th to the 16th […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 12th 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
Travel Recovery Speeds Up in Africa
(Posted 12th December 2022) DECEMBER 2022 | Issue 22-12 In some countries, the travel and tourism sector is expanding more than it was pre-pandemic. International travel is currently 30% behind pre-covid levels, yet Africa in Q4 of 2022 is just -19% under 2019 levels. At the same time, the 2023 outlook is […]
