#AFRAA announces details of next #SkyConnect Dialogue
(Posted 05th October 2022) The October 2022 edition of AFRAA Sky-Connect will host Mr. John Kelly, Vice President EMEA – Rolls Royce. Join us for a thought-provoking one-on-one dialogue with John Kelly as he addresses stakeholders about Rolls Royce in Africa and insights on various actions to support the sustainability of the air transport industry […]
Six reasons not to miss WTM London
(Posted 05th October 2022) WTM can’t wait to welcome you to World Travel Market London 2022 in November! If you’re still on the fence, here are six unmissable reasons to attend WTM London: Receive expert advice: Learn how to start living a life with more confidence, free from exhaustion, burnout and guilt from Kelly Swingler, Executive […]
TravelComments.com – Zambia waives tourist visa requirements for several countries!
The Zambia Tourism Agency announced on 30 September 2022 that Zambia has waived tourist visa requirements for citizens from several countries in a bid to boost tourism. Effective since 01 October 2022, citizens of… READ MORE
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 04th October 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 03rd October 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 by […]
#GoingPlaces from #BrusselsAirport this winter
(Posted 03rd October 2022) Winter destinations from Brussels Airport Would you like to see the impressive waterfalls in Iceland? Or do you prefer skiing in the Tyrolean mountains of Innsbruck? Would you rather sing along with The Sound of Music in Salzburg? Or would you like to discover the winter landscape of Kittilä by dog sledge? Find your flight Walibi, […]
#Conservation #Environment: The World’s Biggest Plastic Polluter named Sponsor for the United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP27) – REALLY???
Coca-Cola produces 120 billion throwaway plastic bottles a year – and 99% of plastics are made from fossil fuels, worsening both the plastic and climate crisis (Posted 03rd October 2022) The government of Egypt announced that it has signed a cooperation agreement with Coca-Cola, introducing the company as a sponsor for the United Nations Conference […]
Have you ever been to WTM London?
(Posted 03rd October 2022) Wondering what World Travel Market London 2022 has to offer? Nothing you’ve ever experienced at our show before, to put it simply. WTM London 2022 will be the most memorable so far, with a packed conference programme across four themed stages: the Future Stage, Sustainability Stage, Technology Stage and the brand-new Business Insights Stage – […]
AfBAA strengthens team with two new appointments
(Posted 03rd October 2022) The African Business Aviation Association (AfBAA) is pleased to announce two new appointments aimed at driving growth and providing increased support to AfBAA members. The new appointees are Mr Dawit Lemma, as AfBAA Vice President, International, based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and Ms Samantha (Sam) Keddle, AfBAA Manager, based in Johannesburg, […]
Star Alliance retains World’s Best Airline Alliance Award for the sixth consecutive year
(Posted 03rd October 2022) Star Alliance has reclaimed the title of World’s Best Airline Alliance at the prestigious Skytrax 2022 World Airline Awards. The Alliance’s famed Los Angeles lounge has also retained the award for World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge for the sixth year running. The awards were received by Star Alliance CEO Jeffrey Goh […]
‘THE LOFT by Brussels Airlines and Lexus’ wins ‘Europe’s Leading Airline Lounge in 2022’ for fourth year in a row
(Posted 03rd October 2022) For the fourth year running, THE LOFT at Brussels Airport – created and managed by Brussels Airlines and Lexus – has been named ‘Europe’s Leading Airline Lounge 2022’ at the prestigious World Travel Awards. The award is voted on by both lounge guests and travel industry professionals. The unique airline lounge […]
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 03rd October 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#Botswana is ready to welcome the 05th edition of the Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards
(Posted 02nd October 2022) Botswana is ready to host African Tourism Thought Leaders at the 5th annual Africa Tourism Leadership Forum (ATLF) and Awards convened by Africa Tourism Partners, UNWTO and BDO, South Africa. Scheduled for 24th to 26th of October 2022, at the Gaborone International Convention Centre,Grand Palm, Botswana, the 5th ATLF has received […]
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 30th September 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA 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 […]
Achola Rosario attends the 2022 edition of Nyege Nyege (something she won’t miss … )
(Posted 30th September 2022) My mind was telling me no, but my body was telling me yes… (Which says it all adds ATCNews) Yes, there is a reason I am quoting R-Kelly, and not because the revellers of Nyege Nyege like to be pissed upon. Even though it rained cats and dogs, despite the “naked […]
#AFRAA’s 54th AGA goes to #Senegal
(Posted 30th September 2022) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA)’s 54th Annual General Assembly and Summit hosted by Air Senegal will be held on 11th – 13th of December 2022 at the Centre International de Conférences Abdou Diouf (CICAD) in Dakar – Senegal. This year’s AGA is being hosted by Air Senegal under the theme, “Acing the Roadmap to Sustainable […]
Countries commit to strengthen resources for the conservation of rapidly declining migratory waterbirds
(Posted 30th September 2022) The Eighth Meeting of the Parties (MOP8) to the Agreement on the Conservation of African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbirds (AEWA) held under the theme “Strengthening Flyway Conservation in a Changing World” concluded today in Budapest, Hungary with the adoption of 16 resolutions and new guidelines aiming to improve the conservation status of 255 migratory waterbirds listed under […]
#AlephHospitality expands East African footprint with two managed properties in #Kampala
(Posted 30th September 2022) A’lure Hotel & Suites and Masheda Palms, two properties in Kampala previously managed directly by the owners, were earlier this year taken on by Aleph Hospitality for management. After Aleph took over the management of the two properties did they appoint Mr. Aniket Gupta as Cluster General Manager, overseeing both hotels. […]
TravelComments.com – KwaZulu-Natal: eThekwini Municipality re-opens four beaches in Durban!
The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, today (30 September 2022) announced that it has taken a decision to open some beaches following an improvement in water quality…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – KwaZulu-Natal: eThekwini Municipality closes eight of Durban’s southern beaches due to water quality!
The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, on Thursday (29 September 2022) announced that following the latest round of testing it has taken a decision to close eight of Durban’s southern beaches with immediate effect. The following beaches are closed:… READ MORE
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 30th September 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Wings of Change – Europe to Focus on Rebuilding a Competitive European Air Transport System
(Posted 29th September 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the Wings of Change Europe conference will focus on rebuilding a competitive European air transport system as the industry looks to its post-pandemic future. Europe is recovering strongly but challenges remain. The industry’s resilience is being tested by the $50 billion in losses the region’s […]
#EuropeanUnion supports creation of new masterplan to enhance biodiversity conservation in #Rwanda
(Posted 29th September 2022) The European Union (EU) has concluded a technical assistance contract for around FRW 230 million to support Rwanda Development Board (RDB) in designing the Rwanda Conservation strategy and masterplan. The strategy will contribute to the sustainable management of biodiversity in Rwanda and enhance the sector’s policy framework by providing guidance for […]
AIR SEYCHELLES HOSTS A RECOGNITION CEREMONY FOR TRAVEL AGENCIES IN
AFRICA
(Posted 29th September 2022) On Friday, 23rd of September 2022 a group of travel agencies, tour operators and top supporters ofdestination Seychelles were recognized in a joint collaborative ceremony by Air Seychelles andTourism Seychelles in South Africa. Held at the Bryanston Country Club in Johannesburg, the ceremony had the aim of rewarding top-selling African agencies […]
TravelComments.com – Four South African bars make it into the World’s 50 Best Bars 2022 longlist!
Three bars from Cape Town and one bar from Johannesburg have been named among the top 100 bars of the world by a global academy of over 650 independent drinks experts, from renowned bartenders, educators and consultants to drinks writers and cocktail specialists. The four South African bars, alongside with Nairobi’s Hero Bar, are the […]
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 29th September 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 29th September 2022) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWSCrossBoundary and Engie to build US $60 million of mini-grids in NigeriaPV TechA new partnership between CrossBoundary Energy Access and Engie Energy Access plans to build a US$60 million portfolio of mini-grids that are expected to connect more than 150,000 people to electricity in Nigeria… Read more>> Standard […]
#COVID19 – Updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 28th September 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA 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 […]
#SerenaHotels publish festive season rates 2022/23 for the Serena Beach Resort and Spa
(Posted 28th September 2022) Greetings from Serena Hotels. The festivities are here with us again. In readiness for a positive festive season, find below our 2022 Festive Season Rates specific to Serena Beach Resort & Spa. We look forward to working with you in encouraging holiday seekers to plan early for their festive holiday break and avoid […]
ZATI – Tourism Summit 2023 – Sign up today !
(Posted 28th September 2022) KILIFAIR goes BLUE… and you? Welcome to the “Z-Summit” 2023Zanzibar’s 1st Tourism & Opportunity Summit Kilifair Promotions & ZATI has signed an agreement for the first Tourism Summit for Zanzibar Tourism stakeholders to connect with domestic and East African investors, as well as international Travel Agents. The 2 days event will take place […]
