Scores dead as another ferry accident on Lake Victoria hits Tanzania

COMPLACENCY BLAMED FOR ANOTHER TRAGIC LAKE ACCIDENT (Posted 21st September 2018) (File photo of MV Nyerere) Another marine disaster has struck Tanzania when the ferry MV Nyerere sunk enroute from Ukara Island to the town of Bugolora. The ferry reportedly capsized and at news in speak of at least 37 dead with many other passengers […]

#AirAustral’s partnership with #AirMadagascar leads to new route

NEW ROUTE TO BE LAUNCHED FROM #REUNIONISLAND TO #MADAGASCAR (Posted 21st September 2018) Information has come to light that the partnership between Air Austral and Air Madagascar has led to the decision to launch a new route between Madagascar and Reunion, launching in early December this year. The new service, using a Boeing B737-8, will […]

As #Nigeria’s national airline plans flop who will be next to follow

#FARNBOROUGH ANNOUNCEMENT NIXED AS NIGERIA PUTS A STOP TO NATIONAL AIRLINE PLANS (Posted 21st September 2018) Mighty Nigeria appears to be the first African nation to halt plans for the revival of a national airline, a project announced with much fanfare at the Farnborough Air Show in Britain earlier this year. Facing reality, likely after […]

#WTMLatinAmerica2019 – your ‘launch pad’ for the South American market

Are you aware of what’s new in the market? Just in 2017 there were 1 billion* travel-related searches on Google. This indicates that Brazilians are more interested in traveling and that tourism professionals have to be increasingly prepared to meet the needs of these new consumers. *Google data Discover a world of opportunities Being aware […]

#Atta #Arusha networking session

Arusha Sundowner Networking You are invited to join Atta for a sundowner, hosted at Legendary Lodge. Where: Legendary Lodge, Selian Coffee Estate, Arusha When: Wednesday 10th October 2018 – 18:30 to 22:00 Drinks & Snacks Provided

#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 20th September 2018) 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 their blog. Also, email them to submit your events or suggest new ideas […]

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 MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Boeing, Air Peace Announce Order for 10 737 MAX Airplanes Boeing News Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Air Peace of Nigeria today announced a new order for ten 737 MAX 8 airplanes during a signing ceremony in Lagos…Read more>> TOURISM Airbnb booming in Nigeria, Ghana, Mozambique Quartz Africa Since launching on […]

#UNWTO to discuss ‘Innovative Tourism Experiences’

CITY BREAKS IN THE FOCUS OF UNWTO (Posted 19th September 2018) Innovation, traveller demand for diverse and authentic experiences in cities, and urban tourism governance models will be the central themes of the “UNWTO Conference on City Breaks: Creating Innovative Experiences”, to be held in Valladolid, Spain, on 15-16 October 2018. The conference will address […]

#EcoTourismKenya publishes #EcoWarrior2018 shortlist

THE ECO WARRIOR AWARD SHORTLIST 2018 IS OUT (Posted 19th September 2018) 1. Best Tour Operator in Engaging People and Culture – Sponsored by Kenya Association of Tour Operators (KATO) · Uniglobe Lets Go Travel · Gamewatchers Safaris Ltd 2. Best Student in Engaging People, Culture and Heritage – Sponsored by African Fund for Endangered […]

#WTMAfrica2019 to launch new hosted buyers programme

ORGANIZERS OF WTM AFRICA FINE TUNE VETTING OF HOSTED BUYERS TO ENSURE TOP QUALITY ATTENDANCE (Posted 19th September 2018) At the World Travel Market Africa can exhibitors and buyers simultaneously generate sales leads, launch new products, enter new markets, raise brand awareness, size up your competition, conduct market research, command press attention and develop and […]

#TourismTattler’s latest edition, fresh and hot off the press

Weekly Travel News Update Wed 19 September 2018 Editor’s Top 10 Picks: Renewable Energy Boost For Angola Continue Reading Top Scientist Joins Ongava RC in Namibia Continue Reading Managing Urban Overtourism Continue Reading Dining: The Flavours Of Fynbos Continue Reading 5 Things to Look for When Hiring a Custom Writer Continue Reading 21 Days For […]

#ReunionIsland prepares for the #TopResa2018

Reunion Island Tourism (IRT) is back in Paris in the company of its tourism partners. The 40th edition of the ‘IFTM Top Resa is an opportunity for professionals from Reunion tourism to network, exchange views and news, make contacts, create new links, negotiate and share friendly moments with their national and international counterparts. Not less […]

#Tanzania introduces new security fee on air tickets

COST OF AIR TRAVEL IN TANZANIA SET TO GO UP AS NEW FEES COME INTO EFFECT ON 01ST OF OCTOBER (Posted 19th September 2018) Come 01st of October, just weeks away now, will air travelers in Tanzania have to dig deeper into their pockets to fly, when a new security fee comes into effect. For […]

#Atta set for three key networking events across Africa next month

Next month Atta will be hosting a number of exciting networking events across the African continent, starting with MKTE in Nairobi on 4th October and working their way south to Cape Town on the 18th October. Enroute they will host some splendid networking sundowners in the following locations; Zanzibar on 9th October, Arusha on 10th […]

#IATA encourages #Mauritius to take regional leadership role in #aviation

ECONOMIC PROSPERITY AND AVIATION LINKED TO ENSURE SUCCESS (Posted 19th September 2018) International Air Transport Association (IATA) encourages Mauritius to take a leadership role in fulfilling its Abuja Declaration commitment to recognize the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) in its safety oversight regulatory framework The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the government of […]

#Atta announces networking session in #Zanzibar

Zanzibar Networking in conjunction with The Zanzibar Association of Tourism Investors You are invited to join an Atta Sundowner event in association with Zanzibar Association of Tourism Investors (ZATI) Where: Zanzibar Serena Inn, Shangani Street, Zanzibar Town When: Tuesday 09 October 2018 – 18:30 to 22:00 Drinks & Snacks Provided

#oneworld news updates

oneworld appoints Qantas’ Alan Joyce as Governing Board Chairman The Governing Board of theoneworld® global airline alliance has nominated Qantas Group CEO Alan Joyce to serve as its Chairman for the next two years. He succeeds Finnair CEO Pekka Vauramo, who is transitioning from the airline to join Finland’s Metso Corporation as its new CEO. […]

#WTMLondon2018 on the horizon

At this year’s WTM London, you’ll see a big new addition. All over the show, we’ve added Inspiration Zones based around particular regions. These are places to browse, explore and discover niche products and upcoming trends. They’re where you’ll find real inspiration. We’ve also added to our conference programme: you’ll find the 2018 programme has […]

#BrusselsAirlines refocuses on #Africa as new cabin layout for A330 fleet confirmed

BRUSSELS AIRLINES ANNOUNCES MORE INVESTMENTS IN AFRICA NETWORK (Posted 18th September 2018) Brussels Airlines had confirmed that the airline will launch a brand new business class cabin, a separate premium economy class cabin and an enhanced economy class cabin from late 2018 with the entire 10 aircraft Airbus A330 fleet progressively featuring the new cabin […]

#QatarAirways – success in the face of hostile adversity

QATAR AIRWAYS PUBLISHES ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT (Posted 18th September 2018) Following the most challenging year in its 20-year history, Qatar Airways has published its annual report for 2017/18, which demonstrates the airline’s strength and resilience in the face of adversity. Overall revenue and other operating income grew 7.22 per cent annually compared to capacity (Available […]

#KampalaCityFestival 2018 cancelled

KAMPALA CAPITAL CITY AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES CANCELLATION OF FESTIVAL (Posted 18th September 2018) Unless there is a change of heart – not entirely unprecedented in recent times as the Jinja based Nyege Nyege festival was also cancelled and then reinstated – will revellers this year miss out on a grand weekend fete in Kampala. KCCA, the […]

Turkish Airlines announces Lusaka as new African destination

TURKISH AIRLINES ADDS #ZAMBIA TO NEW DESTINATION LIST (Posted 18th September 2018) Turkish Airlines will, come 13th of December, launch twice weekly flights from Istanbul to Lusaka, the Zambian capital. The development comes following Turkish President Erdogan’s State Visit to Zambia in late July this year when air links were also on the working agenda. […]

#UNWTO study helps cities to manage the impact of tourism

CITIES IMPACTED BY TOURISM – WHAT TO DO? (Posted 18th September 2018) The tourism sector’s shift in focus towards innovation and experiences, and traveller demand for diverse and immediate experiences in cities, will underpin the discussions of the UNWTO Conference on City Breaks: Creating Innovative Experiences (15-16 October 2018) in Valladolid, Spain. Development of city […]

#ReunionIsland rolls out special promotion in French market

WIN A HOLIDAY TO REUNION – FOR NOW ONLY FOR FRENCH TRAVEL AGENTS (Posted 17th September 2018) Reunion Island Tourism organizes in partnership with TourMag, first media tourism professionals, a sales challenge entitled "Reunion, the intense island". The sales challenge is aimed at travel agents on the French market and runs from September 17 to […]

Onomo Kigali Suites offer affordable comfort

ONOMO KIGALI – SUITES AND ROOMS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ADD WELCOME FACILITIES (Posted 17th September 2018) (Typical suite sitting and dining room with kitchen unit included) The Onomo Hotel in Kigali which opened earlier in the year has confirmed that they now also have a number of suites available. Also added was a room […]