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TravelComments.com – Air Mauritius to increase flights between Mauritius Johannesburg!
The flag carrier of Mauritius, Air Mauritius, is set to expand its services to Johannesburg. The airline, which resumed flights to South Africa on 01 October 2021, will increase the frequency of flights between Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) on Mauritius, the main island of Republic of Mauritius, and OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) […]
TravelComments.com – United Airlines to resume flights to Cape Town!
United Airlines, one of the major American airlines, is set to return to Cape Town in South Africa. The airline is planing to resume nonstop flights between Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in the New York metropolitan area and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town on… [READ MORE]
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TravelComments.com – British Airways to resume flights between London Cape Town!
The flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom, British Airways, is set to ramp up services to South Africa, with double daily services between Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London and OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg expected by mid-December 2021. The airline will also restart services between London and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) […]
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TravelComments.com – South Africa: Airlink to re-introduce flights between Johannesburg George!
South African privately-owned regional carrier Airlink is set to re-introduce scheduled flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and George Airport (GRJ) in George. Effective… [READ MORE]
#BrusselsAirport News Updates for passengers traveling to or via Brussels
Walibi, Plopsaland or Bellewaerde Are you visiting Belgium and looking for a fun day out? How about a day at an amusement park? In Belgium you will find great amusement parks that are suitable for children of all ages. Go for thrills and action in Walibi (Wavre), animals and attractions in Bellewaerde (Ypres) or discover […]
TravelComments.com – Covid-19: Namibia extends reviewed (and relaxed) Public Health Regulations until 15 November 2021!
Namibia’s President, Dr. Hage G. Geingob, announced on the occasion of the 35th Covid-19 briefing on the national response measures on 15 October 2021 that the current Covid-19 public health measures have been reviewed and the following eased regulations will come into force in Namibia for a period of 30 days from 16 October 2021 […]
TravelComments.com – Covid-19: Lesotho has further relaxed lockdown measures!
The Prime Minister of Lesotho, Dr Moeketsi Majoro on 10 October 2021 announced that the country moves back to an even more relaxed Blue Colour Coding Stage starting midnight of the same day. Under Blue Colour Coding Stage, the nationwide curfew in Lesotho is between 12:00 midnight to 04:00. Businesses like restaurants and taverns, which […]
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TravelComments.com – Namibia: New rhino and elephant poaching figures!

Rhino and elephant poaching continues to significantly decline this year in Namibia. According to the latest figures released by the country’s Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism,… [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – Gauteng: The City of Ekurhuleni changes names of 44 streets, municipal buildings and geographical landmarks!
The City of Ekurhuleni, a large suburban region east of Johannesburg*, is currently in the process of physically changing 44 street names as well as the names of municipal buildings and geographical landmarks. According to press release by the Office of the Executive Mayor of the City of Ekurhuleni, the name changes form part of […]
TravelComments.com – Virgin Atlantic to resume flights between London Cape Town!
British airline Virgin Atlantic has announced that it is expanding its portfolio of flights to South Africa. According to the airline, bookings soared by 150% in just 24 hours following the announcement that the country would be removed from the UK’s “red list”, which came into effect on 11 October 2021…. [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – Zambia: TAZARA temporarily suspends operations between New Kapiri-Mposhi and Kasama!

The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) has announced that train movements between New Kapiri-Mposhi and Kasama in Zambia are temporarily disrupted to allow for repairs on the Chambeshi Rail Bridge, which suffered major damages from a goods train accident that occurred on 13 May 2021. The section of the track between Chambeshi Station and Kasama Station, […]
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Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
CCA IN THE NEWS President Uhuru Kenyatta to Chair UN Security Council Session in New York The Kenyan Wall Street President Uhuru Kenyatta arrived in New York on Sunday for a two-day working visit of the US, during which he is scheduled to chair a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) high-level open debate on diversity, […]
#IATA urges for simple testing and affordable cost
Simple Testing, Affordability and Sustainability Keys to Restoring UK Aviation The International Air Transport Association (IATA) outlined an agenda for the UK to restore its air transport sector to health by embracing a simpler COVID-19 testing regime, ensuring affordable, competitive airport costs, and working for net-zero air transport. Speaking at the UK Aviation Club, IATA […]
Air Cargo remains driver for aviation recovery
Key to Air Cargo Resilience Post Pandemic: Industry Cooperation, Safety, Sustainability and Modernization The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged the air cargo industry to continue working together at the same pace, with the same levels of cooperation as during the COVID-19 pandemic to overcome future challenges and build industry resilience. Sustainability, modernization, and safety […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR): Several facilities are affected by fuel shortages!
Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), the state-owned enterprise mandated to run the tourism facilities within the protected areas of Namibia, has announced that several of its facilities are currently facing fuel shortages. This started already a couple of days ago and will continue until further notice. NWR is advising visitors to carry additional fuel. The following […]
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TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways to launch flights to Mauritius!
South Africa’s flag carrier, South African Airways (SAA), has announced the launch of direct flights to Mauritius. Effective 21 November 2021, the airline will operate two weekly flights on Wednesdays and Sundays between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) on Mauritius, the main island of Republic of […]
Achola Rosario searches for an ‘Incubation Centre’ in Nairobi
NO FOOD NOR DRINK ADVENTURES THIS WEEK FOR ACHOLA ROSARIO AS SHE EXPLORES ENTREPRENEURIAL OPTIONS (Posted 12th October 2021) By Achola Rosario, Contributing Editor for www.ATCNews.org My little patch of grass is my mental real-estate that has been sitting outside my rented apartment door ever since my friend brought it back to me. It is […]
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#AFRAA all set for Youth and Women Conference
A WEEK AND COUNTING TO KEY #AFRAA AVIATION CONFERENCE (Posted 11th October 2021) Have you registered for the Youth and Women in Aviation Virtual Conference yet? Great speakers have been lined up for this event. The event will have engaging discussions on: AFRAA initiatives to blossom next-generation aviation professionals and develop future trainers all over […]
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TravelComments.com – Covid-19: Mozambique’s most popular beaches are closed again!
According to the US Embassy in Maputo, some of the most popular beaches in Mozambique have been closed again. All other beaches in Mozambique are open daily between 06:00 to 17:00 for recreational activities. The sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages, recreational games and clusters is prohibited, in strict compliance with the sanitary protocol for […]
TravelComments.com – Covid-19: The UK removes 14 countries in Southern & East Africa from the Covid-19 travel “red list”!

The Government of the United Kingdom (UK) has announced that the Covid-19 travel “red list” will reduce to 7 countries (Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Haiti, Panama, Peru and Venezuela) and proof of vaccination will be recognised from 37 new countries and territories (including three countries from Southern and East Africa) from 11 October 2021. The […]
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TravelComments.com – South Africa: A restaurant in Paternoster earns a spot in World’s 50 Best!
A small restaurant with only 20 diners per sitting located on South Africa’s West Coast has just been included in the prestigious list of “The World’s 50 Best Restaurants“. Wolfgat, which has secured the 50th spot in the 2021 list, is situated in a charming revamped 130 years old fisherman’s cottage in Paternoster in the […]