In Botswana, a conservation success story has come with deadly consequences
(Posted 03rd April 2025) Courtesy of African Elephants News and Stephanie March, Marty Smiley, and Matt Davis, ABC Hunting elephants has left Leon Kachelhoffer with a strange mix of reverence and disdain for the animals. “It’s always fascinating that the biggest animal on Earth moves the quietest out of the […]
Conservation in East Africa: Rangers enlightened on monitoring illegal killing of elephants
(Posted 03rd April 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and EnviroNews Nigeria The Monitoring the Illegal Killing of Elephants Programme of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES MIKE Programme), in collaboration with the College of African Wildlife Management (CAWM), Mweka in the Democratic […]
TravelComments.com – OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg: Temporary closure of MSP 2 Level 2 Pre-Booked Parking!
(Posted 03rd April 2025) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has announced the temporary closure of MSP 2 Level 2 pre-booked parking at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg due to the installation of advanced bay detectors. During this period, passengers and airport users are advised to park at Parkade 2 North upper levels. To facilitate construction, entry booms will […]
RX Africa Celebrates Twelve AAXO ROAR Awards
(Posted 03rd April 2025) RX Africa was honoured with 12 accolades at this year's Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) ROAR Awards ceremony, which took place at the Johannesburg Expo Centre on Thursday, 27 March 2025. The ROAR Awards, now in its 6 th edition, recognises innovation, excellence and professionalism within the African […]
IATA Ground Handling Conference 2025 to Focus on People, Processes and Performance
(Posted 03rd April 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 37th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) will focus on the need to modernize operations, invest in workforce development, and strengthen coordination and collaboration to improve performance. “Ground handling is critical for the safety, efficiency and resilience of the entire aviation industry. The […]
Showcase your brand at 13th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and Safety Summit, 11 – 14 May 2025
(Posted 03rd April 2025) Seize the opportunity to enhance your company’s visibility at the 13th Aviation Stakeholders Convention under the theme: “Sustainability. Collaborate. Innovate.” & 2nd African Aviation Safety and Operations Summit under the theme: “Strengthening Safety Culture for Resilient Aviation in Africa”, taking place from 11 – 14 May 2025 at the Kigali, Convention Centre in […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town’s Chinchilla Rooftop Café & Bar ranked among the world’s best by Time Out!
(Posted 02nd April 2025) Time Out, the globally renowned culture and entertainment magazine, has unveiled its list of the 20 best rooftop bars in the world – and Cape Town’s Chinchilla Rooftop Café & Bar has secured a top spot! Ranked… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Mozambique: LAM – Mozambique Airlines to suspend flights to Cape Town!
(Posted 02nd April 2025) LAM – Mozambique Airlines, the national carrier of Mozambique, has announced the suspension of its direct flights between Maputo International Airport (MPM) in Maputo and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa, starting… READ MORE
Suspected wildlife trafficking kingpin arrested in Nigeria following joint Customs, WJC operation
(Posted 02nd April 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and EnviroNews Nigeria In what appears to be a significant victory against transnational wildlife crime, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the arrest of a suspected high-level Chinese wildlife trafficker in Lagos. Acting on intelligence provided by the Wildlife Justice Commission (WJC), NCS […]
Mogadishu – another air accident but thankfully no casualties
(Posted 01st April 2025) A Kenyan registered DHC Dash 8-400, 5Y=SMJ, MSN 4013 and first put into service in 2000, owned by 748 Aviation and operated for the UN Support Office in Somalia, suffered a technical problem with the nose gear when attempting to land at Baidoa, The crew subsequently decided to […]
AFRAA SkyConnect Dialogues on Aviation Safety with Flight Safety Foundation and Collins Aerospace, Wed 02 April, 11:00 UTC
(Posted 01st April 2025) The April Edition of the AFRAA SkyConnect Leadership Dialogues will host Dr. Hassan Shahidi, President and CEO – Flight Safety Foundation and Mr. Jens Ziesel, Marketing Director – Collins Aerospace on Wednesday, 02 April at 14h00 EAT (UTC: 11h00). The guests will delve on aviation safety in Africa. The […]
TravelComments.com – Johannesburg: Flight disruptions at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) due to severe weather!
(Posted 01st April 2025) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has announced that flights destined for OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg are being diverted, and departures are experiencing delays due to adverse weather conditions. Travelers are advised to contact their airlines directly for the latest flight information. As of 20:00 South African Standard Time (SAST) on Tuesday, 01 […]
Air Cargo Demand Declines Slightly in February
(Posted 01st April 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2025 global air cargo markets showing: • Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), declined by 0.1% compared to February 2024 levels (+0.4% for international operations). This marks the first decline since mid-2023. • Capacity, measured in available cargo […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park in May
(Posted 01st April 2025) May is an excellent time to visit Kruger National Park, as the shift from summer to winter brings cooler temperatures, drier landscapes, and enhanced wildlife sightings. With minimal rainfall and reduced vegetation, game viewing becomes even more rewarding. Here’s what you can expect during a May safari in Kruger National […]
oneworld welcomes Fiji Airways
(Posted 01st April 2025) oneworld® alliance today welcomes Fiji Airways, the flag carrier of Fiji and the South Pacific, as its newest member airline, with a full suite of oneworld benefits available to customers around the world beginning 01 April 2025. Fiji Airways will provide top tier customers with a full suite of oneworld […]
WTM Africa 2025 introduces theme-based mini-conferences in reimagined content programme
(Posted 01st April 2025) WTM Africa 2025 is shaking up the way tourism professionals engage with industry insights. With a fresh, theme-based conference format, this year’s event (9–11 April) in Cape Town will deliver structured, solution-driven discussions focusing on tourism’s biggest challenges. From the high-stakes Africa Tourism Investment Conference to the hard-hitting Media […]
SITA ACQUIRES CCM TO BRING TO LIFE THE AIRPORTS OF THE FUTURE BY INTEGRATING TRAVEL TECH WITH HIGH-END DESIGN
(Posted 01st April 2025) This move strengthens SITA’s offering, integrating processes, tech and design under one end-to-end solution to better advise customers and deliver smarter, more efficient and better airports with smoother passenger experiences. As airports invest heavily in automation, biometrics, security, self-service and personalized commercial services, terminal layouts must evolve alongside these […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 13, 2025
(Posted 01st April 2025) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Introduction. Kenya Airports Authority hosted the 4th edition of the Aviation Business Excellence Awards (ABEA) Gala Night on Friday, March 28, 2025, at Eka Hotel in Nairobi. The prestigious event brought together over 350 industry stakeholders to […]
Passenger Demand Growth Slows Slightly in February
1% of industry RPKs in 2024 (Posted 01st April 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: • Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 2.6% compared to February 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up […]
AeroLink Uganda invites you to explore the Pearl of Africa.
(Posted 31st March 2025) AeroLink Uganda offers you an exceptional opportunity to discover the hidden gems and breath-taking landscapes of the Pearl of Africa. With seamless flights to some of the country’s most stunning destinations, AeroLink ensures a comfortable and memorable journey for every traveller. Embark on an adventure to explore Uganda’s […]
TravelComments.com – USA: United Airlines and Delta Air Lines plan more flights to Cape Town for the IATA Winter 2025/26!
(Posted 31st March 2025) Good news for travellers from the U.S. planning a trip to South Africa! United Airlines and Delta Air Lines have both applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to increase their flights to Cape Town for the IATA Winter 2025/26 season. If approved, these changes will provide greater flexibility and more options for passengers flying between the U.S. […]
Airbus bags two orders worth 80 aircraft
(Posted 31st March 2025) BOC Aviation orders 70 A320neo Family aircraft China Airlines finalises order for ten A350-1000 BOC Aviation, one of the world’s leading aircraft lessors, has placed a firm order with Airbus for an additional 70 A320neo Family aircraft. With this order, BOC Aviation’s backlog of aircraft to be […]
TACT Air Cargo Solutions – The first 2025 Quarterly Newsletter is here!
(Posted 31st March 2025) Welcome to the TACT ACS Customer Success Newsletter! As we step into a new year filled with fresh opportunities and exciting possibilities, we are thrilled to bring you the latest updates, insights, and topics that matter the most to the industry. In this first edition of 2025, you’ll […]
When hungry elephants and people clash
(Posted 31st March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and Tommy Trenchard, JPR The emergency call comes in just before midnight. In the driver’s seat of a battered Toyota Hilux pickup truck, 29-year-old Chamunolwa Jimayi chats briefly with the caller. He hangs up the phone and shouts to his two colleagues in […]
Collaboration, Capacity-Building and Conservation in East Africa: Rangers Trained on Monitoring the Illegal Killing of Elephants
(Posted 31st March 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News and CITES The Monitoring the Illegal Killing of Elephants Programme of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES MIKE Programme), in collaboration with the College of African Wildlife Management (CAWM), Mweka, recently conducted a two-week training […]
Is Seychelles Slipping Back Into an Era of Fear and Intimidation?
(Posted 30th March 2025= Seychelles correspondents to this newswire have all been updating on what is said to be a troubling pre-election time reminding Seychelles of the early years of the “One Party era” when arrests, disappearances and compulsory acquisitions were carried out and traumatised the population. This era ended up with a […]
TravelComments.com – Halali Resort in Etosha National Park: Power restored, but fuel remains unavailable!
(Posted 30th March 2025) Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), the state-owned operator of tourism facilities within Namibia’s protected areas, has confirmed that the recent extreme rainfall in Etosha National Park led to a power outage at Halali Resort. As a result, all booked-in guests… READ MORE
Airbus accelerates Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) adoption with book and claim
(Posted 29th March 2025) Airbus is taking a significant step toward scaling the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by testing a new “Book and Claim” approach. This initiative aims to boost both supply and demand for SAF worldwide, providing a flexible and scalable solution to accelerate SAF adoption. The first MoU […]
Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia Receive Final Go-ahead from the ACCC for Integrated Alliance
(Posted 29th March 2025) Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia have received final go-ahead from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for the airlines’ integrated alliance. This final determination officially signals the green light for Virgin Australia’s new 28 weekly flights between Australia and Doha – operated under a wet-lease with […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Enhanced security measures in Table Mountain National Park
(Posted 28th March 2025) In response to a recent increase in armed robbery incidents in Cape Town’s Table Mountain National Park (TMNP), South African National Parks (SANParks), the South African Police Service (SAPS), and the Camps Bay City Improvement District (CID) have implemented individual and joint operations to enhance safety in key areas, including Lion’s Head, Signal Hill, […]
