#EthiopianAirlines expands cargo network into #Chongqing
NEW CARGO AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES ALLOW ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES TO EXPAND THEIR GLOBAL NETWORK (Posted 10th July 2019) Ethiopian Cargo and Logistics Services, the largest air cargo operator in Africa, has connected Chongqing, the largest municipality in Southwest China with Africa and South America through a weekly cargo flight. Located in Southwestern China, adjacent to the Hunan, […]
#Mombasa Serena to undergo major refurbishment during low season 2020
SERENA BEACH RESORT & SPA REFURBISHMENT TO TAKE PLACE BETWEEN 15TH APRIL TO THE 15TH OF JUNE NEXT YEAR (Posted 10th July 2019) Serena Hotels have announced that their award winning Serena Beach Resort & Spa along Shanzu Beach north of the city of Mombasa will undergo major refurbishments and modernization during the 2020 low […]
Promote Culinary Tourism, African chefs task the media
Another edition of #ATQNews from #Nigeria and beyond ATQnews.com a member of Travel Media Group. This is the online platform for African Travel Quarterly (ATQ), the first Travel magazine in West Africa which solely focuses on travel and tourism issues. It started publishing offline about 10 years ago. ATQnews.com features reports that cover a wide […]
#AirSeychelles eyes flights to #TelAviv
TEL AVIV FLIGHTS TO TAP INTO ISRAEL’S OUTBOUND TOURISM POTENTIAL (Posted 10th July 2019) Air Seychelles has announced the commencement of a new service linking the Seychelles and Israel’s largest metropolitan area, Tel Aviv effective 27th of November this year. The new service will depart from Mahe on Wednesday evenings with the returning flight departing […]
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
#Seychelles tunnel project takes another step
EXPERT OPINION: TUNNELS ARE FINANCIALLY VIABLE (Posted 09th July 2019) Consultants appointed by the Seychelles government last year to assess the viability of two tunnels – aimed to ease traffic congestion and shorten journey times across the main island of Mahe – have reportedly concluded that the project is viable. The cost of the tunnel […]
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
#CaboVerde to get new high speed internet connections
European Investment Bank backs high-speed Cabo Verde internet and telecom connection Connects Cabo Verde to trans-Atlantic EllaLink cable New link to transform communications and enable 4G services; connects Cabo Verde to trans-Atlantic EllaLink cable; Reduces dependence on a single submarine cable The European Investment Bank, the world’s largest international public bank, has agreed to provide […]
Meet the ‘Mount Kenya Wildlife Estate’ on #OlPejeta
OPEN DAYS MOUNT KENYA WILDLIFE ESTATE Dear ATCNews Readers, The clean, crisp air of Mount Kenya is a refreshing tonic from the grey pollution of Nairobi. With a house in Laikipia, you can escape every weekend, if you want to, and surround yourself with nature’s therapy. Sip tea on your verandah as Grevy’s zebra gently […]
Juba airport resumes operations
FLIGHTS INTO AND OUT OF JUBA NOW OPERATIONAL AGAIN (Posted 08th July 2019) Information was received that Juba already yesterday resumed operations after a total communications outage of their local air traffic control system. https://atcnews.org/2019/07/06/breakingnews-juba-airport-control-tower-failure-halts-all-airtraffic/ It is understood that all services into and out of Juba are back to normal again and that passengers stranded […]
#Kenya’s #Jambojet attains IOSA certification
JAMBOJET PASSES #IATA’S OPERATIONAL SAFETY AUDIT (Posted 08th July 2019) Information has come in from Nairobi that Jambojet, the low fare subsidiary of Kenya Airways, has passed the IOSA audit, a key requirement for airlines around the world in this day and age. It is only the second airline to pass this audit in Kenya, […]
#FastjetTanzania application to return to the skies deferred
TANZANIA’S CIVIL AVIATION BODY AGAIN SHOWS BIAS AGAINST FASTJET TO KEEP COMPETITION AGAINST AIR TANZANIA OUT OF THE SKIES (Posted 07th July 2019) Tanzania’s CAA has at their latest licencing meeting given Fastjet (T) the cold shoulder again, deferring their application to return to the skies until at least November. ATCNews had it the past […]
#RadissonHotels expand brand to #Madagascar
RADISSON HOTELS NOW PRESENT IN 32 AFRICAN COUNTRIES (Posted 07th July 2019) Radisson Hotels have signed management contracts for three hotels in Madagascar, all of which will come on line in 2020. Two of the hotels will be converting from other brands while one brand new hotel is under constructions, expected to be completed next […]
#HoustonMarketing takes their spotlight workshop to #AddisAbaba
Target the Ethiopian Outbound Market to East Africa Spotlight Travel Expo Addis Ababa: 24 – 25 July 2019 There is a considerable volume of corporate and leisure travel from Addis Ababa to East African cities as well as Indian Ocean beach resorts by Ethiopian nationals, Expats as well as the UN, AU and NGO’s. Our […]
#AirSeychelles launches seasonal flights to Madagascar
SEYCHELLES TO MADAGASCAR FLIGHT LINK RESTORED (Posted 06th July 2019) Air Seychelles has earlier today launched a seasonal twice-per-week service to the largest city of Madagascar, Antananarivo. The inaugural flight, HM755 departed Seychelles International Airport at 11am under the command of Captain Francois Jackson, First Officer Russel Morel whilst the guests were looked after by […]
#BreakingNews #Juba Airport control tower failure halts all airtraffic
CONTROL TOWER FAILURE GROUNDS ALL FLIGHTS INTO AND OUT OF JUBA (Posted 06th July 2019) Information received earlier was just confirmed, that flights into and out of Juba are presently halted due to a failure in the control tower’s communication equipment. Flights already enroute to Juba have reportedly been recalled and no flights are presently […]
#AirZimbabwe and #MackAir launch ‘Flame Lily Hoppa’
AIR ZIMBABWE AIMS TO WIDEN THEIR REACH THROUGH MOU WITH MACK AIR (Posted 06th July 2019)
#Africa Blockchain Conference ends at the Kampala Serena Conference Centre
AFRICA BLOCKCHAIN CONFERENCE ATTRACTS OVER 3000 ATTENDEES (Posted 05th July 2019) The 2019 edition of the Africa Blockchain Conference ended yesterday at the Kampala Serena Conference Centre with over 3000 people attending the various sessions. Some 50 speakers shared their wisdom with delegates while the high tech exhibition which took place alongside the conference was […]
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
#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 05th July 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 […]
#WilsonAirport #Nairobi #RoadClosure
Dear ATCNews Readers We trust that you had a successful week. We would like to inform all our clients of expected traffic delays tomorrow 06th of July 2019 due to roads closure for the Diabetes walk flagging off from carnivore at 6am. If you will be flying Airkenya, please plan your journey to Wilson Airport […]
#Kenya’s #SaganaResort signs up with Swiss International
SAGANA RESORT AIMS FOR DECEMBER OPENING (Posted 05th July 2019) FEP Holdings Limited yesterday signed a management contract with international hospitality group Swiss International Hotels & Resorts to operate its new property in Sagana, which will be named Swiss International Sagana Resort & Conference Centre. The hotel is nearing its completion and is scheduled to […]
#Elewana News
Elewana Collection’s News Updates Brochure | Information Manual | Fast Facts | Online Availability | Contact Us | DISCOVERY ELEWANA NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2019 Elewana Collection Announces the Opening of Elewana Loisaba Lodo Springs, New Five-Star Luxury Tented Property on the Loisaba Conservancy, Kenya Set on an escarpment with impressive views that reach across the […]
#ATLF aka Africa Tourism Leadership Forum comes to #Durban
2nd African Tourism Leadership Forum (ATLF) brings continental leaders to Durban Africa – July 4, 2019 Courtesy of VoyagesAfriq and Mr. Kojo Bentum-Williams The world over, governments and business are looking for opportunities for economic growth which will enable job creation, higher living standards, development and importantly, the involvement of young people. Tourism is one […]
#EthiopianAirlines to build second airport hotel to up capacity to 1.000 rooms
Ethiopian Airlines announces plans to construct second 5-star hotel Africa – July 4, 2019 Courtesy of VoyagesAfriq and Mr. Kojo Bentum-Williams Ethiopian Airlines has announced plans to construct its second five star hotel in Addis Ababa at an investment cost of US $150m. Abraham Tesfaye, Ethiopian Airlines Group manager Infrastructure Planning and Development announced the […]
News from #Kenya’s North
Northern Rangelands Trust News Updates Your second 2019 quarterly from NRT STORIES FROM THE RANGELANDS NRT Quarterly JUNE 2019 ISSUE Getting to Wild Again the success story of three hand-reared elephants Separated from their mothers by abandonment or poaching, rescued by local scouts and hand-reared by dedicated community keepers, then released fit and strong back […]
Forum Focus Newsletter: June Edition 2019
LAIKIPIA WILDLIFE FORUM NEWS UPDATES Dear Member, welcome to the June Edition Newsletter, we encourage you to share with us your comments on the articles. Have a wonderful read. June Edition 2019 MEMBERSHIP DONATE DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT Dear Members and Partners, For anyone who cares about community engagement, ownership and accountability over natural resources conservation – […]
#AuricAir adds pounds to baggage allowance
Revision to Cancellation & Baggage policies to broaden your smile ? Please find the updated Luggage policy and Cancellation/Amendment policy below: Updated Luggage Policy: The total baggage allowance for each passenger, inclusive of hand baggage, cameras, filming equipment and any other personal item including loose clothing items, is 20kgs (44lbs) per passenger. Excess baggage will […]
#WTMAfrica2020
06 – 08 April 2020, Cape Town, South Africa About the show Find Exhibitors Why Exhibit Contact us Remember to confirm your Early Bird discount for WTM Africa 2020! Don’t miss out! We see you may not have confirmed your stand space. Take advantage of our annual Early Bird Discount by confirming your stand today! […]
#AFRAA announces change of venue for the 51st AGA
AFRAA SHIFTS ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2019 FROM YAOUNDE TO MAURITIUS (Posted 04th July 2019) AFRAA’s Annual General Assembly, Africa’s premier aviation gathering bringing together aviation stakeholders not only from Africa but aso from across the globe normally takes stock of aviation milestones and plans the future for the development of African aviation. The 2019 event […]
