#EurowingsDiscover adds Kilimanjaro with two flights a week
(Posted 05th June 2022) Eurowings Discover, the long haul leisure airline of the Lufthansa Group, has commenced flights to Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania. The airline, operating an Airbus A330, is now offering two flights a week, via the Kenyan coastal city of Mombasa, to allow tourists direct access to Arusha, aka Safari Capital of […]
Coming up in July: 4th edition of the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge
(Posted 04th June 2022) Developing youth and innovative entrepreneurship solutions for inclusive tourism recovery in Africa Africa Tourism Partners in collaboration with the UNWTO, BDO, and the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism Namibia invites you and your organisation to participate in the 4th edition of the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge […]
#AFRAA announces the next Sky Connect Dialogue
(Posted 04th June 2022) The June 2022 edition of AFRAA Sky-Connect will host Ms. Fadimatou Noutchemo Simo – Founder & President of The Young African Aviation Professional Association (YAAPA). Join us for a thought-provoking one-on-one dialogue with Ms. Fadimatou Simo as she espouses to a continental audience on deep-seated trends, views and insights on African aviation […]
#AfricanParks submits annual report
(Posted 04th June 2022) African Parks is pleased to present their 2021 Annual Report, Into the Light, which details the enduring impacts they are making through the effective management of 19 parks, in 11 countries across the continent, with your support. In this report, you’ll read about the rise they are seeing in reclaiming natural heritage […]
#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 03rd of June 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview534.328.931 Cases and 6.317.940 Deaths as of 03rd of June 2022 505.236.836 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.18 percent Note: Some […]
TravelComments.com – Zambia: Proflight Zambia doubles flights between Ndola Mansa!
Zambian airline Proflight Zambia has annouced that it will double the frequency of direct flights between Ndola in Zambia’s Copperbelt Province and Mansa, the capital of the Luapula Province in northern Zambia due to popular demand. Effective… READ MORE
Kyaninga Triathlon ante portas
(Posted 03rd June 2022) ??? calling all runners and adventurous types!Do you run????? or ride a bike????? or swim? ?????There is just 1 week until the awesome Kyaninga Triathlon, Fort Portal. Saturday June 4th. Register today! Read the blog for full info ?? http://bit.ly/3s1sm0J ??? ? ????????? WhatsApp +256 778277248 or email info@kyaningacdc.org ????? ?? […]
#Aviation – #CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News?
(Posted 03rd June 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#Kenya – #RhinoCharge2022 – Ready to rumble …
(Posted 02nd June 2022) Final preparation for this year’s Rhino Charge is complete as the inspection of competing cars closes at dusk in the scenic landscape of Mosiro in Kajiado County. The competitor cars’ official inspection process known as ‘scrutineering’ being conducted from 8:30am to 5:00pm is proceeding smoothly ahead of the actual race tomorrow […]
#IATA launches MBA in #aviation
(Posted 02nd June 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is teaming up with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University–Worldwide (ERAU) to launch a Master of Business Administration in Aviation (MBAA) as well as a stand-alone certificate in Airline Management. The jointly developed program aligns with ERAU’s modular degree program and IATA’s aviation management expertise. Through three blocks […]
#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 02nd of June 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview533.756.272 Cases and 6.316.435 Deaths as of 02nd of June 2022 504.689.276 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.18 percent Note: Some […]
#Aviation – #CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 02nd June 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#IATA sees greater standardisation of ground handling processes
(Posted 02nd June 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that the IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM) Portal and IATA’s Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) are successfully driving greater standardization of ground handling processes around the world. This is particularly important for the rapid build-up of operations as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. “IGOM […]
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
(Posted 02nd June 2022) U.S.-AFRICA RELATIONSUS Set to Pursue Other Means of Trade with Kenya Despite the Delayed Free Trade Deal The Kenyan Wall StreetThe US government is looking beyond a delayed trade deal with Kenya to expand commercial ties between the two countries amid Nairobi’s mounting frustration with Washington’s slow pace to conclude the deal… Read […]
#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 01st of June 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview532.955.121. Cases and 6.314.058 Deaths as of 01st of June 2022 504.042.241 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.18 percent Note: Some […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway closes for annual maintenance!
Cape Town’s Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) has announced the dates of the annual 2022 maintenance shutdown. The cableway up Table Mountain will be closed for maintenance of theLower Cable Station, the Upper Cable Station and each of its cabins for five weeks from… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – South Africa: The World Rugby Sevens Series returns to Cape Town!
The World Rugby Sevens Series, an annual series of international rugby sevens tournaments run by World Rugby featuring national sevens teams, is set to return to Cape Town for the first time since 2019. According to the schedule of the Series, which was released on 31 May 2022, the ever-popular Cape Town Sevens will return […]
#KaribuKiliFair2022 – set to receive the who is who from not just Eastern Africa but from across the continent
(Posted 01st June 2022) Africa’s who is who in tourism, hospitality and aviation industry – as well as related services – can finally make personal appearances again to market, sell, meet and greet old friends and make new ones, when the Karibu KiliFair opens its doors in two days time. Tom Kunkler and Dominic Shoo […]
#Aviation – #CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News?
(Posted 01st June 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 – South Africa: Comair suspends all Kulula, British Airways flights!
South African airline Comair, which operates the low-cost kulula brand and a local franchise of British Airways, has announced on Tuesday evening (31 May 2022) that it is obliged to voluntarily suspend all scheduled flights from 01 June 2022 until further notice pending… READ MORE
#IATA sees need for reforms to attract and retain ground handling staff
(Posted 01st June 2022) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for holistic reforms to manage the long-term need for a stable talent base for the ground handling sector. Thousands of ground handling staff left the aviation industry during the pandemic. Now as aviation ramps up, the severe shortage of skilled ground handlers is shedding […]
#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 31st of May 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview532.350.457 Cases and 6.312.535 Deaths as of 31st of May 2022 503.320.486 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.18 percent Note: Some […]
#BrusselsAirlines’ staff to get new uniforms – designed and made in #Belgium
(Posted 31st May 2022) As part of its new brand identity, Brussels Airlines is creating a new uniform for its cabin crew, pilots and airport staff. The Belgian airline is partnering with the Fashion Department of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp, where second year student Gabrielle Szwarcenberg emerged as the winner among five […]
#Aviation – #CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News?
(Posted 31st May 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Ethiopian Airlines set for Chennai flights
(Posted 31st May 2022) Ethiopian Airlines is set to start thrice weekly operations to Chennai, India as of 02nd of July 2022. Chennai will join the vast Ethiopian network as a fourth destination in India after New Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Ethiopian started its service to India with a debut flight to New Delhi in […]
#COVID19 – Work-daily updates from #Africa for Africa
(Posted 30th of May 2022) #COVID19 UPDATES FROM #AFRICA FOR AFRICA This workdaily update is sponsored by #BrusselsAirlines, serving #Entebbe / #Uganda – #Bujumbura / #Burundi – #Kigali / #Rwanda Global overview531.790.957 Cases and 6.311.199 Deaths as of 30th of May 2022 502.724.391 cases have recovered. The mortality rate stands at 1.18 percent Note: Some […]
#BrusselsAirlines makes flying carbon neutral available for passengers on a broad basis
(Posted 30th May 2022) When booking flights, Brussels Airlines customers now receive three options for neutralizing the CO2-emissions of their flight: Using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), certified climate protection projects and a mix of both This option is now offered in the booking processes of all Lufthansa Group hub airlines (Austrian, Brussels Airlines, SWISS and […]
TravelComments.com – Covid-19: The South African Government has clarified requirements for verifiable vaccination proofs for international travellers
The South African Government has issued a media statement on 27 May 2022 clarifying the requirements for proof of vaccination against Covid-19 for inbound travellers entering South Africa. This follows recent incidents at some ports of entry involving international travellers who presented proofs of vaccination against Covid-19 which are not defined in the (current) regime […]
#Aviation – #CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 30th May 2022) ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Baobab Beach Resort and Spa – East Africa’s best all inclusive resort – seeks a three times in a row recognition
(Posted 30th May 2022) The World Travel Awards are a distinguished award scheme recognising the best and brightest of the travel and tourism industry. It is known in the travel industry as, “the Oscar’s of the travel industry”, such is the respect the awards are given. The Baobab Beach Resort and Spa has received four […]
