#GrumetiAir also seeks carbon neutrality for their operations
Did you know? Grumeti Air offsets all its carbon footprint! As part of its Corporate and Social Responsibility strategy, Grumeti Air has been working with Carbon Tanzania and offsetting all aircraft fuel emissions since the 1st of January 2019. Very well. But what does it mean, concretely? Reducing deforestation and forest degradation from destructive land […]
Is the Freedom of Speech in Kenya being trampled upon by Kenya Wildlife Service’s Director General?
DR. PAULA KAHUMBU SPEAKS OUT ON HER ORDEAL AT THE HANDS OF KWS (Posted 20th February 2020) Paula Kahumbu speaks out on her ordeal: Some of you may have noticed that robot accounts are attacking me on my page – please do not respond to them. I am deleting and blocking them. Listening to Richard […]
#ICCA states that #COVID19 impact on meetings in Asia Pacific region very limited
ICCA ANALYSIS OF COVID19 IMPACT SHOWS ONLY 4.1 PERCENT OF MEETINGS AFFECTED (Posted 20th February 2020) ICCA’s Research Division are monitoring the status of all 1,065 meetings in the ICCA Association Database currently scheduled in Asia Pacific for 2020. Only 44 meetings scheduled for Asia Pacific are affected by COVID-19 (4.1%). Of these 44 meetings, […]
#IATA confirms that #COVID19 impacts passenger demand
COVID-19 Cuts Demand and Revenues The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that its initial assessment of the impact of the Novel Coronavirus 2019 outbreak (COVID-19) shows a potential 13% full-year loss of passenger demand for carriers in the Asia-Pacific region. Considering that growth for the region’s airlines was forecast to be 4.8%, the net […]
#AviaDevAfrica launches innovative recruitment programme
AviaDev launches AviaDev Recruit – delivering C Level recruitment into the African aviation industry AviaDev is delighted to share a partnership that has been agreed between AviaDev and Bourne Recruitment to offer C Level Recruitment into the African aviation industry. AviaDev’s ambition is to improve air connectivity to, from and within the African continent. Success […]
#ColobusConservation News Updates
We have an announcement to make! We have big news. Colobus Conservation wants to formally invite you to Cruise for Colobus 3rd Edition on the 29th of February. All funds raised from this year’s fundraiser will go directly towards Conservation Education and Tree Growing. The ride will be from Diani to Samburu [via Kinango route] […]
Seychelles’ Aldabra Atoll gains added global status
ALDABRA ATOLL NAMED AS ‘IMPORTANT MARINE MAMMAL AREA‘ (Posted 20th February 2020) The Seychelles Island Foundation, guardian and custodian of the two UNESCO World Heritage sites – which includes the Aldabra Atoll – has confirmed that the atoll has now received a 6th global recognition as important area for marina mammals, in particular the dugong. […]
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Serengeti Balloons to offset their carbon footprint
SERENGETI BALLOONS GO CARBON NEUTRAL(Article rebroadcast with permission of Mr. John Corse of Serengeti Balloon Safaris) (Posted 20th February 2020) As we all begin to understand our responsibilities for the environment that we depend on, we are developing ways to mitigate our activities. Here at Serengeti Balloon Safaris, we’ve been working on a Sustainability Policy, […]
#Uganda commits to rehabilitate northern railway line
375 KILOMETRES OF NARROW GAUGE RAILWAY TO BE REPAIRED OVER THE NEXT THREE YEARS (Posted 20th February 2020) The narrow gauge rail lines from Tororo to Gulu and Pakwach are undergoing heavy maintenance work and refurbishment – similar to the repairs on the narrow gauge line linking Kampala to the border with Kenya. A failed […]
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
TOURISM Botswana: Centre to Boost Tourism All Africa Gaborone — The demand for convention facilities has over the years increased and play a crucial role in the promotion of the tourism industry and the economy. Speaking at the official opening…Read more>> New travel firm eyes opportunities in oil and gas New Vision Travel Leaders Network […]
#UNWTO places tourism on the agenda of the European Parliament
UNWTO Places Tourism in the European Parliament The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) today addressed the European Parliament in the context of several high-level meetings aimed at placing tourism high on European Union’s agenda. Europe is the world’s most visited regions and home to international tourism leaders such as France, Spain or Italy, […]
Air Austral set to reduce shareholding in Air Madagascar
PARTNERSHIP ON THE ROCKS AS AIR AUSTRAL NEGOTIATES TO CUT THEIR 49 PERCENT SHAREHOLDING (Posted 19th February 2020) The partnership between Reunion island based Air Austral and Air Madagascar, which started off with much fanfare in 2017, appears to be heading to the exit given the latest reports received from both islands. After paying an […]
Ethiopian’s network soars to 129 destinations in 75 countries
Another edition of #ATQNews from #Nigeria and beyond Caroline Wanjiru Njoroge aka Mum Leads the Way in Personalised Tourism Services in Kenya Caroline Wanjiru Njoroge aka Mum Leads the Way in Personalised Tourism Services in Kenya The East African nation of Kenya, one of the world’s leading safari destinations is beginning to embrace “personalised tourism.” […]
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Nairobi to Nanyuki Railway line undergoes major rehabilitation
KENYA RAILWAYS TO SPEND OVER 3 BILLION SHILLINGS TO RELAUNCH NANYUKI LINE (Posted 19th February 2020) The Kenya Railways Corporation has already released one billion Kenya Shillings – out of a total of over 3 billion Kenya Shillings required – to have work started and advance in the planned rehabilitation of the long dormant line […]
Dr. Paula Kahumbu responds to overwhelming solidarity and support for her cause
CRISIS MEETING AT KWS AS BACKLASH AGAINST BAN ORDER COMES BACK TO HAUNT THEM (Posted 19th February 2020) Information received from usually well informed sources close to KWS speak of alarm bells ringing through the corridors of top management, following the backlash in public opinion and growing unease over the unilateral and illegal ban order […]
KWS bars Dr. Paula Kahumbu from entering Nairobi National Park
KENYA WILDLIFE SERVICE COMES UNDER INSTANT PRESSURE TO EXPLAIN THEIR BAN ON DR. PAULA KAHUMBU (Posted 18th February 2020) Dr. Paula Kahumbu, a locally and internationally highly respected conservationist, has reportedly been barred today from entering the Nairobi National Park. This follows her spirited campaign against KWS for having allowed the recent Koroga Festival to […]
#WTMA2020 – Investing in Tourism is investing in You
06 – 08 April 2020, Cape Town, South Africa Register About WTM Africa Find Exhibitors What’s On INVESTING IN TOURISM, INVESTING IN YOU! WTM Africa has endeavoured to make travel and tourism part of the oxygen we breathe. Travel and Tourism professionals from across the globe have enjoyed the bountiful opportunity, experiences, knowledge and business […]
#UNWTO News Updates
Greece Welcomes UNWTO Support for Sustainable Tourism Growth Madrid, 18 February 2020 – The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) paid a high-level visit to Greece to meet with the Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism and offer the United Nations’ specialized agency’s support as the country works to grow and diversify its tourism […]
#WTMA2020 – Sustainability becomes a top priority
WTM Africa Conscious about Sustainability in Travel WTM Africa 2020 is tackling travel sustainability at macro and micro levels this year, by lining up a number of eco-conscious initiatives alongside recognising game-changing sustainability practices in the African travel industry. Major international events like WTM Africa have an impact on their environments, and the Reed Exhibitions […]
#IATA Airlines and Postal services cooperate towards a cross border airmail network
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Post Corporation (IPC) have today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to reinforce cooperation between the two organizations. The aim for both IATA and IPC is to promote the development and expansion of safe, secure, accessible and high-quality airmail and air cargo services to help their […]
#WTMA2020 Briefing update for Johannesburg
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe: Zuva Petroleum to accept foreign currency at eight DFI fuel stations!
Zimbabwean energy company Zuva Petroleum has announced that eight of its 72 retail service stations in Zimbabwe will be accepting foreign currency payments. Customers can pay for their fuel in foreign currency (US$) at the following fuel stations across the country: Lorraine, Groombridge, Pendennis, Valley (all in Harare), Macs Garage (Bulawayo), Oasis (Beitbridge), Palmerstone (Mutare) […]
FlySafair remains South African Rugby’s airline of choice
SOUTH AFRICA RUGBY AND FLYSAFAIR RENEW PARTNERSHIP (Posted 18th February 2020) As official sponsor to SA Rugby and the Springboks, FlySafair will have the responsibility of providing South Africa’s Rugby World Cup champions with all local flights in South Africa FlySafair will continue to provide the Springboks and SA Rugby (https://www.SARugby.co.za/) with safe and comfortable […]
Tourism News Updates from Zambia, Zimbabwe and beyond
THE LIVINGSTONE BI-WEEKLY’S LATEST EDITION IS NOW AVAILABLE (Posted 18th February 2020) Courtesy of Gill Staden, author of ‘Beyond the Victoria Falls’, comes the latest edition of the Livingstone bi-Weekly. Inside this week: Livingstone Bird Count Heartlands Farm Shop State of the Economy Ngonye Falls Photograph Fishing Ban may extend for 6 months Floods at […]
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#MediaIndiaGroup’s February News Updates
Business Politics Society Culture Tourism Events Cinema Indian Diaspora MIGTV Business Himachal farmers switch to aromatic plants Erratic weather conditions have made some farmers across the Himalayan state switch to aromatic plant cultivation to boost incomes. Read More Facial recognition raising hackles Facial recognition is being touted as a major technological breakthrough. Easy to abuse, […]
#UNWTO to hold World Forum on Gastronomy 2020 in Brugge / Belgium
TravelComments.com – South Africa: New national toll road tariffs for 2020 announced!
The South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) has announced the new toll road tariffs for 2020 in South Africa, which will come into effect on 01 March 2020. According to SANRAL, South Africa’s Minister of Transport, Fikile Mbalula, has approved the toll tariffs as part of the annual tariff adjustments. The adjustments are made on […]
