More Cream Than Coffee Unveils Travels & Thrills Vol. 2: A Bold New Chapter in African Storytelling
(Posted 09th February 2026) The management of More Cream Than Coffee is proud to announce the launch of the latest edition of its flagship publication, Travels & Thrills magazine. Entering its second publishing year, Volume 2: Issue 1—the Valentine’s Edition—debuts a sophisticated visual identity and a rebranded look featuring a more prominent […]
How solar energy is easing deadly human-wildlife conflict in regions bordering Tsavo
(Posted 09th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Pius Maundu, Daily Nation (Kenya) February 7, 2026 On a sweltering afternoon, dozens of students cluster around sleek laptops inside a computer laboratory at Kyusyani Secondary School in Makueni County. Their faces light up as they race to access web pages under a […]
SA trophy hunting export quotas revived after four-year freeze
(Posted 09th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Jan Cronje, News 24 (South Africa) February 6, 2026 Environment Minister Willie Aucamp has finally published proposed export quotas for elephant, black rhino, and leopard hunting trophies, a move wildlife ranchers and hunters have been demanding for years. The draft quotas are not […]
St Helena Government Updates the Public on Airport Status: St Helena Airport approved at Category 4 Status
(Posted 09th February 2026) St Helena Airport today announced that they have secured regulatory approval from Airport Safety Support International (ASSI) to operate at Category 4. This certification will permit small aircraft, such as medical evacuation flights, to use the airport. This provides additional reassurance to the public in the event of medical […]
Skyward Airlines Launches Scheduled Flights to Vipingo Ridge
(Posted 08th February 2026) Skyward Airlines has launched scheduled flights to Vipingo Ridge / Mombasa North Coast, offering faster access to Shanzu, Kilifi, Watamu and Malindi. “This partnership reshapes North Coast access,” said Skyward GM Diana Nyambura. “Vipingo Ridge’s strategic location allows us to serve both the residential community and wider coastal […]
St. Helena airport operations halted
(Posted 07th February 2026) Airlink cancels all flights to St. Helena with immediate effect Statement by the government of St. Helena The St Helena Government regrets to inform the public that St Helena Airport is currently unable to operate as normal. Following technical assessments, the aviation regulator is expected to confirm that the […]
TravelComments.com – Visiting Etosha National Park in March: Weather, wildlife & travel tips
(Posted 07th February 2026) March is one of the most underrated months to visit Etosha National Park in Namibia. Sitting at the transition between the rainy and dry seasons, this time of year offers lush landscapes, newborn wildlife, dramatic skies and fewer visitors…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) upgrades: What travellers can expect in 2026!
(Posted 07th February 2026) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has confirmed strong progress on the R14.5 billion capital investment programme at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg. The five-year upgrade is modernising key infrastructure, improving reliability, and enhancing the passenger experience at Africa’s busiest aviation hub…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Luanda Airport move almost complete: Final airline transfer to AIAAN set for March 2026!
(Posted 06th February 2026) Travelling to Angola in 2026? A major aviation change is now in its final phase. Luanda’s new Dr António Agostinho Neto International Airport (AIAAN) is now handling almost all international flights, with the last airline transfer scheduled for 01 March 2026…. READ MORE
Mozambique begins the development of a new biodiversity metric to measure development impacts on the African elephant
(Posted 06th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Club of Mozambique (Mozambique) February 5, 2026 On 29 January 2026, the COMBO+ Programme – a partnership between the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), BIOFUND, and the Ministry of Agriculture, Environment and Fisheries (MAAP), through the National Directorate for Environment and Climate Change (DINAMC) […]
TravelComments.com – Malaria in Southern Africa in March: What Travellers Need to Know
(Posted 06th February 2025) March falls within the peak malaria season across much of Southern Africa. Warm temperatures, late-summer rainfall and lingering floodwater create ideal mosquito breeding conditions – making awareness and prevention essential for safari travellers, road trippers and regional explorers. This guide explains where malaria risk is highest, why March is particularly important, […]
TravelComments.com – Victoria Falls in March: Weather, water levels, activities & travel tips
(Posted 06th February 2026) March is a captivating month to visit Victoria Falls, the world-famous waterfall on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia. With high water flow, lush scenery, and fewer crowds than peak season, this is the perfect time to experience the falls in all their glory. This guide covers weather and water levels, activities […]
Network, Showcase Your Organization at the African MRO Conference 2026 | 29 – 31 March | Addis Ababa – Ethiopia
(Posted 06th February 2026) REGISTER HERE The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), in partnership with the four leading African MROs: Ethiopian MRO, Egyptian Maintenance & Engineering, Kenya Airways MRO, and South African Airways Technical, is proud to launch the African MRO Conference, the premier annual event dedicated to advancing Maintenance, Repair, and […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park in March: What to expect after the summer rains
(Posted 05th February 2026) March is a transitional and rewarding month to visit Kruger National Park. As the summer rainfall season gradually gives way to drier autumn conditions, the park remains lush and green while wildlife activity stays high. Following the exceptional rainfall and flooding in January, widely covered on this blog, March visitors […]
TravelComments.com – Etosha National Park Safari Update: Okaukuejo–Namutoni Road closed for upgrades (February 2026)
(Posted 05th February 2025) Travellers planning a self-drive safari in Etosha National Park, Namibia should note that a section of the Okaukuejo–Namutoni Road is temporarily closed since 01 February 2026. This closure is part of a major upgrade project converting gravel tourist roads to low-volume sealed roads from Okaukuejo to King Nehale Gate, including the Halali detours to Namutoni…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – South Africa Seasonal Climate Outlook: What travellers should know (February–June 2026)
(Posted 04th February 2026) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released its latest Seasonal Climate Watch for February to June 2026, offering important insights for travellers planning trips across South Africa in late summer, autumn and early winter. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: Agulhas Plain gains Ramsar status, boosting nature-based tourism!
(Posted 04th February 2026) South Africa has designated the Agulhas Plain as its 32nd Wetland of International Importance (Ramsar Site No. 2587), reinforcing the tourism and conservation value of this distinctive coastal landscape at the southernmost tip of Africa, near Cape Agulhas in the Western Cape…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Chapman’s Peak Drive weekly closures announced – What travellers need to know!
(Posted 04th February 2026) Cape Town’s iconic Chapman’s Peak Drive, the breathtaking 9 km coastal route connecting Noordhoek and Hout Bay, will be temporarily closed every Wednesday from 10:00 to 16:00 between 04 February and 25 March 2026. The closure is due to alien vegetation clearing operations managed by South African National Parks (SANParks), aimed at preserving the […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: SANParks confirms infrastructure work at Bitterpan Wilderness Camp!
(Posted 04th February 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that construction work to increase water capacity at Bitterpan Wilderness Camp in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park will commence in February 2026. The project is expected to run for approximately four weeks and forms part of SANParks’ ongoing efforts to strengthen critical park infrastructure and improve long-term sustainability in […]
TravelComments.com – Southern Africa Trip Planner: Rain & temperature forecast for travellers February –June 2026!
(Posted 03rd February 2025) Travellers heading to Southern Africa between February and June 2026 should prepare for a wetter-than-usual late summer and early autumn, according to the latest Southern African Development Community (SADC) climate outlook. The seasonal forecast, released by SARCOF-32, indicates normal to above-average rainfall across much of the region, particularly in the first half […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails set to change format of publication
(Posted 03rd February 2026) This is to inform readers that due to a change in the accessibility of the Africa Weekly Aviation Trails articles ATCNews will, for the time being, suspend the publication of Africa’s leading aviation updates. Aero Trail Ltd is presently changing from free access to a subscription access, fully understandable […]
President Museveni finally got enough of Uganda Airline’s management shenanigans
(Posted 03rd February 2025) When enough is enough and long overdue in any case President Museveni has finally moved to replace Jenifer Bamuturaki as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Uganda Airlines, following a State House meeting and subsequent investigations launched by the Uganda Criminal Investigation Department (CID), State House’s Anti Corruption […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park Road Update: Key routes reopen after January 2026 flood damage!
(Posted 03rd February 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has released a comprehensive update on the condition of roads and visitor infrastructure in Kruger National Park following the severe floods of January 2026, which caused widespread damage across the park…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Garden Route National Park: Tsitsikamma Suspension Bridge temporarily closed for maintenance!
(Posted 03rd February 2026) South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that the iconic Tsitsikamma Suspension Bridge, located at the Storms River Mouth in the Tsitsikamma Section of the Garden Route National Park, will be temporarily closed for essential maintenance from 02 February 2026 to 07 February 2026…. READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Panorama Route Alert: Emergency repairs begin on P33/4 (R536) Sabie – Hazyview!
(Posted 03rd February 2026) The Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport has confirmed that repair work on the P33/4 road between Sabie and Hazyview is set to begin following multiple slope failures along this key route. The announcement was made on 31 January 2026, with construction teams now mobilised on site after the completion of main road works…. READ […]
TravelComments.com – Mozambique Flooding Update: Tourism & travel advisory – February 2026!
(Posted 02nd February 2026) As of early February 2026, ongoing flooding continues to affect large parts of Mozambique, with significant implications for tourism, overland travel and access to popular destinations. While conditions are gradually stabilising in some areas, travel disruptions, safety risks and infrastructure damage remain widespread, particularly in southern and central regions…. READ […]
‘Clever’ elephants outsmart fences, ravage Nyandarua farms
(Posted 02nd February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News KNA via The Star (Kenya), January 29, 2026 Farmers from Raichiri and Mayu villages in Leshau Pondo ward, Ndaragwa constituency, Nyandarua county, have raised concerns over frequent invasions by elephants that have destroyed crops and disrupted their livelihoods. Residents described the elephants as […]
10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge – FINAL REMINDER – REGISTRATION CLOSES SOON!
(Posted 01st February 2026) 2026 Tropic Air 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge REGISTRATION CLOSES TOMORROW AT MIDNIGHT, 02ND FEBRUARY! The Swift and the Slide are already fully booked, but there are still places left in the Extreme, Wild, Classic, Rush and Mini 10to4 And this year, for the first time, […]
AVIAssist is starting courses next week! Another exciting year ahead!
(Posted 31st January 2026) As we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new, the AviAssist Foundation extends warm greetings to each of you. We’re looking ahead to this new year with real enthusiasm and optimism, and with a shared commitment to support you as you advance aviation safety in Africa. […]
TravelComments.com – Durban Beach Water Quality Update: No closures, all beaches safe for swimming!
(Posted 31st January 2026) The eThekwini Municipality has officially confirmed that all 23 of Durban’s regularly monitored bathing beaches remain safe for swimming, following the release of the latest coastal water quality test results dated 29 January 2026…. READ MORE
