Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
CCA IN THE NEWS Ten Heads of State Confirmed to Attend the U.S-Africa Business Summit in June All Africa Corporate Council on Africa is honored to announce that the following Heads of State are confirmed to attend the 12th U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Maputo, Mozambique on June 18-21, 2019…Read More>> CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS […]
#AirSeychelles hosts the Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine
MINISTER OF TOURISM, CIVIL AVIATION, PORTS AND MARINE VISITS AIR SEYCHELLES (Posted 10th May 2019) The Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine, Didier Dogley yesterday concluded the second part of his official visit at Air Seychelles. The visit which started at the airline’s sales office located at The Quadrant in Victoria later proceeded […]
News from Ol Pejeta’s Mount Kenya Wildlife Estate
No Images? Click here Dear ATCNews Readers, Wake up to Grevy’s grazing in your garden, and fall asleep to the distant roar of lions, with the iconic silhouette of Mount Kenya ever-present on your horizon. Mount Kenya Wildlife Estate homes have been built to offer you the ultimate balance between comfort and adventure: a home […]
#RwandAir to launch #Guangzhou flights in June
GUANGZHOU SET TO JOIN RWANDAIR’S GROWING NETWORK IN JUNE AS 28TH DESTINATION (Posted 10th May 2019) RwandAir just announced that the airline will commence flights to Guangzhou, the provincial capital of Guangdong and the third largest city in China, effective 18th of June, 2019. RwandAir will fly to Guangzhou three times a week on Tuesdays, […]
#Hilton Garden Inn opens in #Kampala #Uganda
FIRST HILTON BRAND ENTERS THE UGANDAN HOSPITALITY MARKET (Posted 10th May 2019) Hilton Hotels yesterday announced the opening of its first hotel in Uganda, a Hilton Garden Inn Kampala. The opening of the new hotel, which is part of Hilton’s award-winning midscale Hilton Garden Inn brand, follows the recent announcement of the signing of Hilton […]
#Kenya’s #Safarilink attains #IATA safety certification
SAFARILINK MAKES HISTORY BY ATTAINING IATA’S STANDARD SAFETY ASSESSMENT (ISSA) (Posted 10th May 2019) Safarilink Aviation successfully completed the IATA Standard Safety Assessment (ISSA) designed for commercial airlines and is now on the ISSA registry. Safarilink is the first Kenyan ‘Beach and Bush‘ airline to complete this stringent audit across the entire African continent, a […]
#AHIF – Mark Your Diary for September 23rd to 25th in #AddisAbaba #Ethiopia
Readers of ATCNews.org can download the full report of W Hospitality by clicking on the link shown further down the article. REPORT: Egypt heads the Africa hotel development top ten The stars of hotel development in Africa are Egypt, Nigeria, Morocco and Ethiopia, according to the 11th annual survey by W Hospitality Group. The four […]
#AVIAssist offers new courses in #Nairobi and #Kigali
East & Southern Africa’s leading provider of on-site aviation safety promotion courses Independent | Non-profit | Innovative 9-12 July Ground Operations Safety course Nairobi, Kenya – US$ 400 This second edition will be hosted by Kenya Airways at their Pride Centre with support from Saferground and Viggo. A unique in-region opportunity not to be missed! […]
World Tourism Forum heads to Ras Al Khaimah in 2021
7th World Tourism Forum Lucerne heads to Ras Al-Khaimah World – May 8, 2019 Article courtesy of Mr. Kojo Bentum-Williams and VoyagesAfriq Emirates state of Ras Al-Khaimah is set to host the 7th World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) in 2021. It will be the first time the biennial event would be held outside of its […]
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
#BrusselsAirlines launches top of the range Premium Economy cabin
FROM ECONOMY PRIVILEGE TO PREMIUM ECONOMY – A MAJOR ADVANTAGE FOR BRUSSELS AIRLINES PASSENGER AS AIRLINE UPGRADES ALL AIRCRAFT CABINS (Posted 10th May 2019) In February this year did Brussels Airlines announce a new travel experience on board of its long-haul aircraft. With a completely new Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy Class the airline […]
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
#DianiRules2019 – Mark your diary
Jimi Kariuki retains KTB chairmanship
KENYA TOURISM BOARD CHAIRMAN GETS ANOTHER TERM OF OFFICE (Posted 08th May 2019) Mr. Jimi Kariuki, CEO of Sarova Hotels in Kenya, has been re-appointed to another term of office as Chairman of the Kenya Tourism Board after his initial appointment, made in 2016 had come to an end. Jimi rose through the ranks at […]
#AviaDevAfrica2019 publishes White Paper
White Paper: AviaDev Africa 2019 Following the successful AviaDev Africa event in Cape Town we are delighted to share the white paper highlighting the key findings from the conference. The report has been produced in partnership with MIDAS Aviation who provide detailed understanding of data to devise strategies for airports, assess airline networks and opportunities […]
Airfreight demand remains weak
Weak Air Freight Demand Continues The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), increased 0.1% in March 2019, compared to the same period in 2018. While this is a significant improvement on the 4.9% contraction in February, in seasonally adjusted terms, […]
#KaribuKiliFair2019 – just a month away now
30 days to go… The biggest and most opinion building Tourism fair in East Africa will be held from June 7th to 9th, 2019 (after Ramadan) at Friedkin Recreation Center, Arusha – formerly known as TGT grounds. The new venue provides 27,000 sqm for 470+ exhibitors stands. Book a Stand TODAY! Become a Buyer TODAY! […]
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
#AirItaly names #Mombasa and #Zanzibar as winter 2019/20 destinations
#KENYA AND #ZANZIBAR SET FOR AIR ITALY FLIGHTS (Posted 07th May 2019) Good news for the Kenya coast emerged overnight when Air Italy, a partner airline of Qatar Airways, confirmed that the airline will be flying to Mombasa again next winter, using a two class Airbus A330 for the service. Zanzibar too will be served […]
1000 aircraft for #Africa over the next two decades as #aviation expands
1,000 aircraft to be delivered in Africa in the next 20 years Africa,Aviation – May 6, 2019 Courtesy of Kojo Bentum-Williams / VoyagesAfriq Rolls-Royce Holdings plc, a British multinational engineering company is planning to expand its presence in Africa. The company that has been delivering an average of 10 wide bodies in Africa every year […]
WordPressers in Kampala take notice
Pearl craftech scheduled a new event in Kampala WordPress Meetup Just now WordPress Kampala May MeetupKampala WordPress Meetup Saturday, May 11, 2019 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Hive Colab 90 Kanjokya St Kampala Attend Details Saturday 11th May 2019, We shall have our monthly meetup at the Hive Colab. Our Guest Speaker will be Evelyn […]
Human resources key to tourism’ success
Human Capital pivotal in the Digital World of Tourism- Experts reveal World – May 6, 2019 Courtesy of Kojo Bentum-Williams and VoyagesAfriq The 6th World Tourism Forum Lucerne ended on Friday 3rd May with experts and travel and tourism professionals hailing the role of human capital as essential in the age of disruption in tourism. […]
#Gambia and #Ghana Tourism Stakeholders sign MOU
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 partners with Seychelles Tourism Academy
AIR SEYCHELLES PARTNERS WITH SEYCHELLES TOURISM ACADEMY TO ENHANCE CUSTOMER SERVICE IN KEY AREAS (Posted 06th of May 2019) Air Seychelles together with the Seychelles Tourism Academy (STA) has earlier today presented over 40 staff across various business functions of the airline with a certificate following the successful completion of the customer service training. Held […]
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
#Marriott launches special deals across #Africa and Middle East
IT IS THE SEASON FOR SPECIAL DEALS AT MARRIOTT (Posted 06th May 2019) Marriott International (www.Marriott.com) has unveiled an enticing offer across 250 hotels and 21 brands in 29 countries across Middle East and Africa. As more and more travelers are increasingly seeking out enriching local experiences, Marriott International is inviting guests to explore spectacular […]
Ivory Coast in pursuit of tourism fortunes
Ivory Coast Government seeks AFDB’s support for $5.8 billion tourism project Africa – May 5, 2019 Courtesy of Kojo Bentum-Williams and VoyagesAfriq Photo: Ivorian Minister of Tourism Siandou Fofana Ivorian Minister of Tourism Siandou Fofana on 25 April 2019 presented a strategy document aimed at making Côte d’Ivoire Africa’s fifth biggest tourism destination from 2025 […]
#Uganda’s stand at #INDABA wins Gold
UGANDA’S EXHIBITION STAND JUDGED AS BEST OF THE EVENT (Posted 05th March 2019) Uganda, at the just concluded INDABA tourism trade show in Durban, South Africa, bagged a Gold Award for the exhibitions best stand. The recognition was handed to Prof. Kamuntu, Minister for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, by South Africa’s President Ramaphosa, who had […]
Imelda Ndomo’s second guest post looks at the recent #LondonMarathon
Eliud Kipchoge & Brigid Kosgei’s Big Wins in the 2019 London Marathon Affirm Kenya’s Dominance in Mid and Long Distance Track Events (By Imelda Ndomo) In a country where academic qualification is a predominant determinant of career opportunities, athletics stands out as a national pursuit in Kenya and defies this norm; providing many Kenyan youth […]
#AirMadagascar set to relaunch flights to #Johannesburg
AIR MADAGASCAR TO RESUME JOHANNESBURG FLIGHTS IN JUNE (Posted 05th May 2019) Air Madagascar, an airline greatly improved since joining a partnership with Reunion based Air Austral, has announced the resumption of flights between Antananarivo and Johannesburg, effective 17th of June. The airline previously flew to South Africa’s main industrial and commercial centre but halted […]
