TravelComments.com – NWR Fuel Shortage Update (February 2026): What self-drive travellers in Namibia need to know
(Posted 24th February 2026) The ongoing NWR fuel shortage continues to affect internal petrol stations operated by Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) across several national parks and remote resort locations. For self-drive travellers, overlanders, and safari visitors, this is not a minor inconvenience – it is a route-planning issue that must be factored into every Namibia itinerary. This February 2026 […]
TravelComments.com – Fire at Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What travellers need to know
(Posted 24th February 2026) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) confirmed a fire on the landside of Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa, today, 24 February 2026. The fire was quickly extinguished, and all passengers, staff, and visitors are safe. Passenger safety remains the top priority, and travellers are advised to check flight updates before […]
Technology gives room to roam
(Posted 24th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Victor Raballa, China daily (China), February 23, 2026 In the parched lands of Kajiado, where dry winds sweep across the plains and nights herald an unsettling quiet, a farmer who once lost sleep over marauding elephants now receives instant alerts before a single tusker […]
Governments must enhance support for air crash victims and their families
(Posted 24th February 2026) The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is urging governments and air transport partners worldwide to accelerate the implementation of comprehensive support systems for air crash victims and their families and to implement recent enhancements to ICAO’s accident investigation standards. In a statement marking today’s International Day Commemorating Air Crash […]
WTM Africa 2026 spotlights future-focused tourism sustainability
(Posted 24th February 2026) World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2026 is positioning responsible tourism as an industry benchmark and a defining pillar of the show, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 13–15 April. “This year, there is no compromise,” says Megan De Jager, Portfolio Director at […]
TravelComments.com – Flying from O.R. Tambo on a Monday? Arrive early, says ACSA
(Posted 23rd February 2026) Travellers flying out on a Monday morning from OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg are being urged to arrive earlier than usual. Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has confirmed that Monday mornings are one of the busiest travel periods at South Africa’s main international gateway…. READ MORE
Uganda’s ‘Five Star’ rankings for 2025 / 2026 are now available
(Posted 23rd February 2026) Only four hotels in Kampala make the 5 Star cut The latest listings of hotel classifications are now available covering rankings from 5 stars to 1 star across Uganda. The publication has brought about a number of (unsolicited0 emails and messages to ATCNews, one in particular raising […]
Scientists Discover Elephants Use “Names” — And They Actually Respond When Called
(Posted 23rd February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News The Economic Times (India), February 22, 2026 If you call out your child’s name in a crowded park, you expect one small head to turn. Not every child. Just yours. That simple moment depends on something powerful: a name belongs to a specific person. […]
KWS relocates two bull elephants from Salama to Tsavo West National Park
(Posted 23rd February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant news The Star (Kenya), February 22, 2026 In a carefully coordinated operation that blended precision and a touch of nature’s own drama, the Kenya Wildlife Service veterinary and capture team successfully relocated two elephants from community land in Salama Village near Rumuruti Forest, Laikipia […]
Training doesn’t look like it used to.
(Posted 22nd February 2026) Flexible learning is ingrained in our philosophy. IATA Training provides the tools and resources you need to reach your career goals regardless of your location. Choose the combination of subject and teaching methodology that is right for you from our diverse selection of courses and learning methods. Benefit […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa toll fees to rise from 01 March 2026: What self-drive travellers should know
(Posted 22nd February 2026) If you’re planning a self-drive adventure in South Africa in 2026, it’s important to know that the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) will implement a toll tariff adjustment from 01 March 2026…. READ MORE
Seychelles – A Shared Commitment to Strengthening Tourism for Seychellois Communities
(Posted 22nd February 2026) Creating value for the country, visitors and the people of Seychelles was the focus of discussion between the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr. Patrick Herminie and the Deputy CEO and CEO Club Med EMEA, Indian Ocean, French West Indies Resort, Mr. Gino Andreetta, during a meeting held […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Kirstenbosch named one of the Most Beautiful Gardens in the World
(Posted 21st February 2026) Cape Town has added another global accolade to its name: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden has been named one of the Most Beautiful Gardens in the World by Homes & Gardens…. READ MORE
Maureen Wanjiku Kahonge appointed to Director Commercial and Communications at AFRAA
(Posted 21st February 2025) ATCNews is happy to announce the promotion of Maureen Wanjiku Kahonge to the position of Director, Commercial & Communications at the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), effective February 2026. With over 15 years of aviation experience, Maureen will lead commercial growth, strengthen partnerships and enhance #AFRAA’s visibility across Africa […]
Choose from 17 training subject areas for your next career move.
(Posted 21st February 2026) Our extensive portfolio of 400+ aviation courses and 40+ diploma programs equip you with the right skills to get the job done well and advance toward a speciality. Whether you’re in air cargo, revenue management, sustainability, or another field, we offer quality training to help you meet your unique […]
Chart of the Week – Are e-SAF Projects Emerging in Cost-Competitive Locations?
(Posted 21st February 2026) Are e-SAF Projects Emerging in Cost-Competitive Locations? e-SAF is expected to account for over 40% of the total SAF needs by 2050. Yet, no commercial-scale eSAF facilities are currently in operation, and the risk of insufficient supply, particularly by 2030, is increasing. Progress is hindered by high capital […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park flood recovery update: Re-opening timeline for camps, roads and bridges (February 2026)
(Posted 21st February 2026) Important Update about Kruger National Park South African National Parks (SANParks) has released an updated timeline for the phased re-opening of flood-affected rest camps, bush camps, roads and bridges in Kruger National Park on 19 February 2026…. READ MORE
More woes for Uganda Airlines as BOTH A330-800Neo’s are out of service
(Posted 20th February 2026) Aviation pundits in Uganda, the wider East Africa region and from across the continent agree that the former management of Uganda Airlines are the primary culprits for this untenable situation, where both of the airline’s long haul aircraft are out of service for what has been termed ‘Unscheduled Maintenance’. […]
New research shows African elephants call each other by name
(Posted 20th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Caroline Chebet, The Standard (Kenya), February 18, 2026 Did you know that humans are not the only creatures that call each other by name? Researchers have confirmed that elephants also call out to one another using unique sounds, proving that names are not a […]
Blocked wildlife corridors force KWS to relocate elephants from Solio to Tsavo
(Posted 20th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Emily Kitonga, The Star (Kenya), February 18, 2026 The Kenya Wildlife Service has begun relocating bull elephants from Solio Ranch Conservancy to Tsavo West National Park to protect rhino habitats and reduce rising human–wildlife conflict. The translocation is being carried out by KWS veterinary […]
TravelComments.com – Durban listed among the Best Places to Travel in 2026
(Posted 20th February 2026) Great news for South African tourism: Durban has earned a spot on Time Out’s prestigious list of The Best Places to Travel in 2026, ranking an impressive 14th worldwide. For travellers planning their next adventure, this recognition puts South Africa’s laid-back coastal city firmly on the global must-visit map…. READ MORE
Ecotourism Kenya Gets Awarded, Upcoming Webinar and More Exicting Updates!
(Posted 20th February 2026) At the climax of the Global Tourism Resilience Day Conference & Exhibition 2026, the Champions of Resilience Awards Ceremony, at Safari Park Hotel on Global Tourism Resilience Day (17th February 2026), we bagged an award!! We humbly and excitedly received the Sustainable Tourism & Eco-Certification Leadership Award. This recognition […]
TravelComments.com – Eswatini Air to launch direct flights to Lusaka in April 2026
(Posted 20th February 2026) Eswatini Air has announced a new international route linking Eswatini with Lusaka (Zambia), starting 01 April 2026. The service will operate between King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) and Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), creating the first direct air link between the two countries…. READ MORE
IHG Hotels & Resorts expands Luxury & Lifestyle footprint in Egypt with signing of Hotel Indigo Cairo New Administrative Capital
(Posted 20th February 2026) In partnership with JADEER GROUP, IHG will introduce a new 140-key lifestyle hotel in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, set to open in 2033 IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with JADEER GROUP for Hotel Indigo Cairo New […]
TravelComments.com – Fastjet Mozambique set to launch Beira hub and domestic flights
(Posted 20th February 2026) Low-cost carrier Fastjet is moving closer to launching domestic flights in Mozambique, with Solenta Aviation Mozambique preparing operations from Beira Airport (BEW) in Beira in the second half of 2026…. READ MORE
New Book on African Tourism to Launch on April 4th – Three African Pioneers Honoured for Their Contributions to African Tourism
(Posted 20th February 2026) Tourism expert and author Mouhamed Faouzou DÉME will release his latest book, The Complexity and Complementarity of Tourism, on April 4th, Senegal's Independence Day. The book explores the interconnected nature of tourism, emphasising collaboration, sustainability, and the role of biodiversity in driving the industry forward. As part of this […]
Rwanda’s Anti-Poaching Approach Succeeding
(Posted 19th February 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Africa Defence Forum (Germany), February 17, 2026 At 32 years old, Claude Hakorimana has witnessed firsthand how his native Rwanda has become one of the continent’s success stories in clamping down on poaching and wildlife trafficking. At 14, he began hunting buffalo, […]
Airlines Call for Annual 4.9% Reduction in Spanish Airport Charges
(Posted 20th February 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Spanish Airline Association (ALA) called for an annual reduction of 4.9% (excluding inflation) in Spanish airport charges over the next five years (2027–2031), a level compatible with maintaining an airport investment plan of nearly €10 billion over the same period, and […]
TravelComments.com – Upgrades coming to Nossob Rest Camp in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: What visitors should know
(Posted 19th February 2026) Travellers planning a Kalahari safari should note that South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed scheduled upgrade and maintenance work at Nossob Rest Camp in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. The project forms part of ongoing investment to improve infrastructure and visitor comfort in one of Southern Africa’s most iconic wilderness destinations…. READ MORE
Radisson Rewards launches a raft of new partnerships to benefit its 27 million plus members
(Posted 19th February 2026) As Radisson Hotel Group’s global portfolio continues to grow, now spanning more than 1,600 hotels including member favourite resorts and city hotels, members now have more cities than ever to redeem their rewards in Radisson Rewards, the global loyalty program for Radisson Hotel Group has surpassed 27 […]
