#Africa #Rugby #GoldCup – the official podcast
VIDEO NEWS RELEASE: Official Podcast for the 2018 Africa Gold Cup: Namibia vs Tunisia & Morocco vs. Kenya – Review Show Watch the video
#Rwanda launches cycling tourism in earnest
NEW TOURISM OFFERINGS MAKE DESTINATION RWANDA EVEN MORE ATTRACTIVE (Posted 24th June 2018) When the Congo Nile Trail, a 224 kilometre long stretch along Lake Kivu between Cyangugu and Gisenyi, was launched in late 2011 did neighbouring countries wonder what that was all about. A trail, to be hiked, biked or boated – or of […]
The Saint Ange Tourism Report – Volume 2 Edition 25 of 2018
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 24th June 2018) The Editorial this week highlights: a. 29th June Independence Day of Seychelles and our National Day. b. Air Seychelles confirms the appointment of Charles Johnstone. c. Coco de Mer will be exported – […]
#Uganda’s #Rhino Sanctuary at #Ziwa records another birth
#DISNEY #ANIMALKINGDOM DONATION PAYS OFF AS NANDI’S THIRD CALF GIVES BIRTH FOR THE FIRST TIME (Posted 22nd June 2018) Angie Genade, Executive Director of Uganda’s only rhino sanctuary at Ziwa – run by the Rhino Fund Uganda – and her staff are jubilant as another rhino baby was born the day before yesterday. First time […]
Is #Tanzania shooting herself in the foot with constant tax increases on #tourism services?
TANZANIA’S AIR OPERATORS LAMENT VAT DECISION ON AIR SERVICES (Posted 22nd June 2018) Coastal has just sent out the following information about a likely massive increase in air service bills should VAT become effective on 01st of July this year: Dear Esteemed Customer, We would like to bring to your attention some important changes in […]
#Reunion Tourism says first ever e-Tourism Week a full success
OVER 300 TOURISM STAKEHOLDERS ATTENDED IRT’S FIRST E-TOURISM WEEK (Posted 22nd June 2018) "A TOTAL MAKEOVER!": This was the opinion of the participants of the first edition of the e-Tourism Meetings who were unanimous at the end of the two days of the event. In total, 333 professionals from Reunion Island attended the plenary sessions […]
#Kenya’s Tourism Board exhibits at #BrideAndGroom in #Kampala
KENYA A GREAT HONEYMOON DESTINATION FOR UGANDANS (Posted 22nd June 2018) Kenya is participating in the Bride and Groom Expo 2018 in Uganda which launched today, Friday 22nd and runs until Sunday the 24th of June 2018 at the UMA Exhibition Hall. Kenya is seeking to achieve top of mind awareness of her tourism offering […]
#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 22nd June 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 […]
Ghanaian Airline Africa World #AWA has the highest number of flights into #Nigeria
Another edition of #ATQNEWS from #Nigeria and beyond Nigerian Journalists have applauded the appointment of former Director General, Nigeria Tourism Development Commission, Otunba Olusegun Runsewe and other professionals into key areas in the industry. #ACCRAWEIZO2018 SPEAKERS & PANELISTS An Opinion by an Aviation Expert on why the new Uganda Airlines may not work Life span […]
#BreakingNews as #Fastjet secures route rights for #Bulawayo
BULAWAYO AT LAST FOR FASTJET (Posted 21st June 2018) Not entirely unexpected did information come in this afternoon that the Zimbabwe Civil Aviation Authority has granted Fastjet traffic rights between the capital Harare and the country’s second largest city of Bulawayo, aka City of the Kings. The airline will commence a daily flight effective 02nd […]
#IATA’s agenda for #Africa includes safety, connectivity and release of blocked funds
IATA SPELLS OUT AGENDA FOR AFRICAN AVIATION (Posted 21st June 2018) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted five priorities which must be addressed for aviation to deliver maximum economic and social benefits in Africa. These are: Enhancing safety efforts Enabling airlines to improve intra-Africa connectivity Unblocking airline funds Avoiding air traffic management re-fragmentation and […]
#IATA says new slot allocation systems increase choices and competition
SLOT ALLOCATION AT EUROPEAN AIRPORTS IMPROVES COMPETITION AND PASSENGER CHOICES (Posted 20th June 2018) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) provided evidence that the current system for allocating capacity at Europe’s airports is benefiting consumers with greater choice and expanded connectivity. Consumer benefits Air passengers in Europe are enjoying an unprecedented level of choice and […]
#Sheraton #Kampala to stage another #VintageAndClassicCarsShow
07TH EDITION OF VINTAGE CAR SHOW ON FOR 28TH JULY AT SHERATON GARDENS (Posted 21st June 2018) One of Kampala’s great society outings, the Uganda Vintage and Classic Auto Show 2018, will take place at its regular venue, the Sheraton Gardens, in just over a month’s time. The organizers are promising a large number of […]
#UAE’s new #TransitVisa policy shames East Africa
TRANSIT PASSENGERS THROUGH THE UAE NOW QUALIFY FOR 2 DAYS FREE ENTRY (Posted 21st June 2018) New Visa rules approved by the UAE cabinet last week is bound to bring a lot more visitors and a lot more cash into the economies of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the other parts of the Emirates. Every […]
Decision time for Ethiopian Airlines on order for smaller jets
WILL TWO YEARS OF PONDERING END AT #FARNBOROUGH? (Posted 21st June 2018) When the Farnborough Air Show week unfolds between the 16th and 22nd of July will many eyes, not just from Africa, be on Ethiopian Airlines to see, if a two year period of corporate silence and pondering which way to go will finally […]
#GorillaHighlands: Celebrate with us: GH News #1 ??
The latest Gorilla Highlands News Gorilla Highlands project leader introduces the email edition of GH News (30 sec) Gorilla Highlands News is Here, At Last Years in the making, the newsletter to keep the Gorilla Highlands initiativeproperly informed is finally ready. In our first ever partner survey (you really should read the report!) you told us it should be […]
The latest #TourismTattler is out
THE TOURISM TATTLER – AVAILABLE AGAIN HERE FOR ATCNEWS.ORG READERS Editor’s Top Picks: The Business of Cape Winelands Tourism continue reading Hike Your Way To Health continue reading Consumer Travel Trends for 2018 continue reading Deputy Minister of Tourism to Open #HotelShowAfrica2018 continue reading Onward to Walking One Million Miles continue reading How to […]
#BrusselsAirlines launches ‘Economy Light Fare’ on North American routes
NEW FARE STRUCTURE LAUNCHED BY BRUSSELS AIRLINES FOR FLIGHTS TO NORTH AMERICA (Posted 20th June 2018) As from today will Brussels Airlines offer its guests a so-called Economy Light Fare option on North American routes. The new offer is the cheapest choice for price-conscious passengers who are travelling with hand luggage only and do not […]
#IATA and University of #Geneva partner for advanced #aviation courses
ADVANCED STUDIES IN AVIATION AVAILABLE THROUGH UNIVERSITY OF GENEVA (Posted 20th June 2018) IATA and the University of Geneva have partnered to offer a program tailored for aviation professionals. Launched in 2010, the program combines the academic excellence of the Geneva School of Economics and Management (GSEM) with highly practical and timely IATA content. Spanning […]
#UNWTO supports climate friendly initiatives
CLIMATE CHANGE FRIENDLY ACTIONS ESSENTIAL FOR TOURISM SAYS UNWTO (Posted 20th June 2018) The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Zurab Pololikashvili, called for the tourism sector to take more action to combat climate change and biodiversity loss during the 30th joint meeting of its Commissions for South Asia and Asia-Pacific in Fiji (18-20 […]
Former #AirSeychelles CEO and now Chair of SCAA speaks at #IATA AGM
CAPTAIN DAVID SAVY SPEAKS AT IATA AGM (Posted 20th June 2018) Captain David Savy, Chairman of Veling Ltd gave an update at the IATA AGM 2018 held in Sydney, Australia about the International Airline Training Fund (IATF)’s work to sponsor training in the operational safety area. Captain David Savy has been a member of the […]
#AirSeychelles announces new senior appointments
AIR SEYCHELLES APPOINTS NEW COO (Posted 20th June 2018) Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles is proud to announce the appointment of Charles Johnson in the role of Chief Commercial Officer and Seychellois national Sandy Benoiton in the role of Chief Operations Officer. Mr. Johnson joins Air Seychelles from Hong Kong […]
#Zambia splashes big money on UK TV channel
ZAMBIA TOURISM INCREASES VISIBILITY IN THE UK (Posted 20th June 2018) Zambia’s latest marketing activities in the United Kingdom is making certain that ITV viewers will get a multiple daily dose of insights into one of Africa’s greatest safari destinations. Starting next Monday, 25th of June, will Zambia will feature in over 80 broadcasts across […]
#Fastjet adds more flights between #Harare and #VictoriaFalls
FASTJET UPS FREQUENCIES ON KEY ZIMBABWE ROUTE (Posted 20th June 2018) Fastjet Zimbabwe has announced that flights on the key route between the capital Harare and Victoria Falls – the country’s most visited tourism attraction – will be upped to two a day (with exception of Saturday with one daily flight) effective 02nd of July. […]
#MalawiAirlines to launch flights to #Tanzania
MALAWI AIRLINES SET FOR DAR ES SALAAM FLIGHTS (Posted 20th June 2018) Malawi Airlines, a partnership between the Malawian government and Ethiopian Airlines, has just announced plans to launch flights to Tanzania’s commercial capital of Dar es Salaam, effective 15th of July. The flight will originate in Blantyre and route via Lilongwe before flying on […]
Corporate Council on Africa engages with #IATA
Corporate Council on Africa presents Economic Benefits of a Connected Continent; A Discussion with The International Air Transportation Association (IATA) Tuesday June 26, 2018 10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Corporate Council on Africa 1100 17th St. N.W., Suite 1200 Washington, DC 20036 On January 28, 2018 the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM) was launched […]
#Emirates posts their 30th consecutive profit result
This issue of Open Sky outlines the Emirates Group’s 2017-18 financial performance which resulted in its 30th consecutive year of profitability. Read about how the three-year anti-Open Skies lobbying campaign by the US3 culminated into an agreement that reaffirmed Emirates’ long-standing financial transparency. The issue also explores how Emirates’ Airbus A380 orders help to sustain […]
#Atta commences #Africa Showcase
ATTA OFFERS MEMBERS HARD SELL OPPORTUNITIES IN MANCHESTER, CIRENCESTER AND LONDON (Posted 19th June 2018) Atta, in collaboration with their roadshow partners On Show Solutions, has today commenced showcasing African destinations in key UK markets, starting off in Manchester. According to information received are the following members of Atta exhibiting and selling their destinations: Airlink […]
Latest #EU #aviation #Blacklist removes #Zambia
ZAMBIAN AIRLINES ALL OFF THE EU AVIATION BLACKLIST (Posted 19th June 2018) As suggested on stage at the recently concluded #AviaDev2018 conference in Cape Town have African IATA member airlines made significant strides in moving towards a safer sky environment, largely spurred by the ongoing regime of audits initially for IOSA and now e-IOSA, standing […]
#Zimbabwe Civil Aviation Authority pulls plug on NO FlyAfrica
FLYAFRICA ZIMBABWE VERSION 2.0 – DESTINED FOR THE AVIATION DUST BIN TOO? (Posted 19th June 2018) Information from usually well informed sources in Harare suggests that the Civil Aviation Authority may finally have pulled the plug on what this correspondent has regularly called ‘NoFlyAfrica’ – given the many flight cancellations the airline has inflicted on […]
