Alain St. Ange wins his case against the Seychelles government
UNJUSTIFIED AND INEXPLICABLE WITHDRAWAL OF OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENT COSTS THE SEYCHELLES GOVERNMENT DEARLY (Posted 18th November 2019) While the principle culprit in the case of Alain St. Ange – former Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine – versus the Republic of Seychelles is clearly the former Zimbabwe government under the late Robert Mugabe and […]
East African Safari Classic Rally 2019 Update
The official launch of the East African Safari Classic Rally 2019 was held at the Sarova Panafric Hotel. It was a pleasure to announce our sponsors; Safaricom M-Pesa Vivo Energy Kenya Dt Dobie Kenya Bidco Africa MFI Group Omologato Watches Sarova Hotels Vivo Energy Kenya Vivo energy Kenya have joined in as the official fuel […]
#AFRAA calls for improved connectivity across #Africa
CONNECTIVITY IS THE KEY TO A MORE INTEGRATED ECONOMIC FUTURE FOR AFRICA (Posted 18th November 2019) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) concluded its 51st Annual General Assembly hosted by Air Mauritius with a call for enhanced intra-African Connectivity through collaboration among African airlines in order to better tackle key challenges they face and grow their […]
The 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
#Zambia Tourism News from The Livingstone bi-weekly
THE LATEST EDITION OF ‘THE LIVINGSTONE BI-WEEKLY‘ COURTESY OF GILL STADEN (Posted 18th November 2019) For full access to this news update from Zambia, Zimbabwe and beyond, click on the link below: https://thelivingstoneweekly.wordpress.com/ Inside: What the President said And what the Opposition said Two of the hundreds of comments about the Lower Zambezi Mine Game […]
#Porini / #GameWatchers #Safari News Updates from #Kenya
Dear ATCNews Readers, Greetings from us all at Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps! Most people leave their travel planning to January or February only to find that the best camps and lodges are already fully booked and the cheapest flight seats have gone. So, it’s always a good idea to get ahead of the safari-booking […]
Serena Hotels News Updates
SERENA HOTELS NEWSLETTER November 2019 THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMING The curtains are almost closing in on 2019 and we are fast approaching the festive season. This is the perfect time to reflect on the year that has been and celebrate with family and friends. Whether you looking for a safari, beach or a city escape, […]
Ethiopian Airlines prepares for another De Havilland Q400 delivery
BRAND NEW AIRCRAFT SPOTTED ENROUTE IN MANCHESTER (Posted 18th November 2019) (Brand new Q400 seen parked near ET’s regular service to Manchester B787 – Picture courtesy of Nunurai Ndawana) Ethiopian Airlines’ fleet continues to grow as another De Havilland, formerly known as Bombardier Q400 aircraft is performing its ferry flight from Canada to Addis Ababa. […]
The Saint Ange Tourism Report, Volume 3 Edition 33
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 18th November 2019) The Editorial this week highlights: a. Air France returns to Seychelles, connecting Paris direct with direct non-stop flight. b. World Travel Market in London. c. Next up – Routes Africa in Kenya. d. […]
Mombasa visits made quick and easy – Part 1 of 3
UGANDA AIRLINES’ NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO MOMBASA OPEN UP DESTINATION KENYA COAST (Posted 17th November 2019) Travel to Mombasa, after the demise of Air Uganda which operated daily CRJ200 flights between Entebbe and the Kenyan port city, was challenging to say the least, given the transit hassle in Nairobi which included a change of terminals. It […]
#Nairobi’s Hilton Garden Inn captures award
AVIATION BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS PICK NAIROBI’S HILTON GARDEN INN AS THEIR BEST AIRPORT HOTEL FOR 2019 (Posted 17th November 2019) Hilton Garden Inn at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport General Manager Lorenzo Baleri had reasons to smile as the hotel was named during the Kenya Airport Authority annual Aviation Business Excellence Awards as their airport hotel […]
Brussels Airport News Updates
New: Brussels Airlines to Valencia Looking for an unforgettable, low-cost city trip? Starting from 17 February 2020, Brussels Airlines will fly 4 times a week from Brussels Airport to Valencia. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate in this Spanish city, Valencia is the ideal destination for urban adventurers all year round. Ticket prices start at € […]
Coastal Aviation forced to increase ticket prices to Kigali following massive fee rise
FLIGHT CLEARANCE CHARGES IN RWANDA UP BY A WHOPPING 233 PERCENT (Posted 15th November 2019) Coastal Aviation this afternoon advised passengers intending to book on their flights to Kigali, that effective 01st of December onwards ticket prices must be revised upwards. This appears to be the result of a whopping 233 percent increase in flight […]
Fastjet Zimbabwe formally confirm Bulawayo to Johannesburg fligths
FASTJET TO LAUNCH BULAWAYO DIRECT TO JOHANNESBURG FLIGHTS NOW THAT REGULATORY ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE IN PLACE (Posted 15th November 2019) Fastjet Zimbabwe’s boss man Julian Edmund just informed ATCNews about the newest route the airline is going to launch with two flights every workday from Zimbabwe’s second largest city of Bulawayo directly to Johannesburg. Wrote Julian: […]
The 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
#UNEP Summit in Nairobi focuses on vulnerable communities and population group
SUMMIT SEEKS SOLUTIONS FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN AFFECTED BY CLIMATE CHANGE (Posted 15th November 2019) The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) notes that population growth and changes in demographics drive environmental change In mid-November, the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) hosted a summit in Nairobi, Kenya to rally the political will and financial commitments urgently needed to […]
Conservation success in Malawi as African Parks brings in 17 rhinos
17 Black Rhinos Arrive in Malawi One of the black rhinos being released in Liwonde National Park, Malawi. © Kyle de Nobrega Dear ATCNews Readers, I’m pleased to be writing to you from Liwonde National Park in Malawi where 17 black rhinos, which were transported from South Africa on Monday, have all successfully been released […]
Serena Beach Resort & Spa cleans up other countries’ plastic waste
BEACH CLEANUP YIELDS HUNDREDS OF PLASTIC BOTTLES AND OTHER PLASTIC WASTE (Posted 15th November 2019) While on a weeklong tour of the Kenya coast, following the launch of nonstop flights by Uganda Airlines between Entebbe and Mombasa, did opportunity arise to pay a visit to the Mombasa Serena Beach Resort & Spa and congratulate Mr. […]
Seychelles government struggles to secure funds for Air Seychelles bail out
30 MILLION US DOLLARS NEEDED TO SETTLE AIR SEYCHELLES DEBT TO ‘PARTNER‘ ETIHAD (Posted 15th November 2019) Information coming from the Seychelles suggests that the government is seeking ways and means to secure a bank loan which will permit Air Seychelles to pay an accumulated debt to partner Etihad, itself an airline now struggling with […]
Kampala Serena Hotel launches Festive Season programme
KAMPALA SERENA HOTEL UGANDA’S CHRISTMAS CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOCUSES ON GIRLS THIS YEAR (Posted 15th November 2019) #KEEPAGIRLINSCHOOL Serena Hotels Uganda continues to focus its efforts on ensuring that it supports initiatives that make a tangible and positive difference within the communities around its Hotels. From gender inequalities, forced marriages to the stigma of menstruation, […]
Sands at Nomads attains EcoTourism Kenya’s Gold ranking
DIANI BASED ‘SANDS AT NOMADS‘ ATTAINS ECOTOURISM KENYA’S GOLD RATING (Posted 15th November 2019) While touring the Kenya coast following the inaugural flight by Uganda Airlines from Entebbe to Mombasa, did EcoTourism Kenya share the news that Diani based Sands at Nomads had attained the coveted Gold Standard certification, after previously holding the Silver Standard. […]
Brussels Airlines prepares for changes in the ‘Miles and More’ loyalty programme
CHANGES IN ‘MILES AND MORE‘ PROGRAMME TO TAKE EFFECT IN JANUARY 2021 (Posted 14th November 2019) Miles and More simplifies for more transparency Point system for frequent flyer status easy to understand allowing more transparency. In future, Frequent Traveller and Senator status will be granted for life for long-term loyalty. All changes apply to flights […]
#UNWTO and #UNESCO hold 4th joint conference on tourism and culture
#Zimbabwe Tourism heading to #China for #CITM
ZIMBABWE PROMOTING HER TOURISM ATTRACTIONS AT THE CHINA INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MART (Posted 14th November 2019) All is set for Zimbabwe’s participation at the China International Travel Mart (CITM) to be held in Kunming, China from 15th to 17th of November 2019 at the Kunming Dianchi International Convention and Exhibition Center. The objective of Zimbabwe’s participation […]
#Nairobi Now – All there is to know ahead of a visit to #Kenya
NAIROBI NOW’S LATEST UPDATES ABOUT THE WHAT, WHERE AND WHEN IN KENYA (Posted 14th November 2019) Dear ATC Readers, Welcome to this week’s Nairobi Now newsletter! You can always access Nairobi Now and get in touch with them through twitter, facebook or the blog. Also, email them to submit your events or suggest new ideas […]
South African Airways cancels most flights ahead of strike action
Breaking news: SAA cancels Friday, Saturday flights South African Airways (SAA) has cancelled nearly all domestic, regional and international flights scheduled for November 15th and 16th. The cancellations follow an announcement by the South African Cabin Crew Association (Sacca) and the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) that their members will embark on […]
The 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
Corporate Council on #Africa News Updates
CCA IN THE NEWS 2020 U.S.-Africa Business Summit to be hosted in Morocco June 2020 Marrakech, Morocco The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) will host the next edition of the U.S -Africa Business Summit in June 2020 in Marrakech, Morocco. Read More Here. CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS #EthiopianAirlines celebrates the arrival of its Airbus […]
#IATA – Improving Accessibility and Inclusion in Air Travel
Improving Accessibility and Inclusion in Air Travel First Industry Event Wraps up in Dubai Last week, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) concluded its inaugural Global Accessibility Symposium, the first event of its kind seeking to improve the air travel experience for passengers with disabilities. Hosted by Emirates in their home city of Dubai, the […]
The 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
