Opportunities in the Digital Economy of Africa’s Tourism Industry

Corporate Council on Africa Updates on #ATA41 Programme Content Learn more about investment opportunities in the digital economy of Africa’s travel and tourism industry CCA’s 41st Annual World Tourism Conference The Evolution of Online Travel Technology is changing travel and tourism trends in Africa. As mobile and internet penetration rapidly increase, the African travel and […]

Corporate Council on Africa News Updates

INFRASTRUCTURE Kenya commissions US$420mn Isiolo-Moyale road Construction Review President Uhuru Kenyatta has commissioned the US$420mn Isiolo-Moyale road in northern region. The road will connect Kenya to Ethiopia… Read more>> TOURISM Rwanda to Host World Travel Gala New Times The event will be held on the fringes of the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) and AviaDev […]

Brussels Airport News

Brussels Airport News Updates … for travelers with Brussels Airlines but others of course too Newsletter Brussels Airport Newsletter July 2017 Emirates doubles number of daily flights As of 29 October, there will be a second daily Emirates flight, carried out by a Boeing 777-300ER, connecting Brussels Airport with Dubai International Airport. The first flight […]

British Media Lynch Mob go after Paul Kagame – where they will meet their match no doubt!

More ATQ News 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. After months of unrest Southern Cameroon demands breakup of the Country The British lynch Mob is after Paul Kagame, first The Economist […]

Nairobi Now Updates

Nairobi Now – it is all you need to know about your upcoming visit to Nairobi, the where, when and what! Dates: On Going Venue: Creativity Gallery, Nairobi National Museum Time: Daily 8.30am to 5.30pm Entry: Normal rates will apply About Oliver Martin Okoth is a free lance commercial artist based in Nairobi and Kisumu […]

Traveling as a profession? Read on to find out more about that …

PERFECT JOB OR A HOBBY TURNED INTO A PROFESSION? (Posted 27th July 2017) The perfect jobs for travel enthusiasts Is travel your everyday dose? Then, you must know that some jobs have a restricting nature that would restrain you from actively living that vacation dream life. Yet, there are others that will allow you to […]

Six-year-old Frankie wants to save the northern white rhinos

Ol Pejeta Conservancy News Updates Six-year-old Frankie hatches a plan to save the world’s rarest rhinos from extinction While most kids his age are talking to their friends about Pokémon, young Frankie is holding his own in front of city councillors to share his vision for raising awareness – and vital funds – for the […]

The Kingdom of Swaziland – Landscapes and sceneries second to none

Swaziland Tourism – more destination updates 27th of July 2017 The Kingdom of Swaziland – Thriving with impeccable scenery The Kingdom of Swaziland, also known for being Southern Africa’s landlocked monarchy, is home to a thriving culture, wildlife and nature reserves. One of the major draws for tourists throughout the year has to be the […]

More news from ‘Further Down South’ by Gill Staden

NEWS UPDATES FROM ZAMBIA, ZIMBABWE AND BEYOND … Courtesy of Gill Staden’s ‘The Livingstone bi-Weekly’ https://thelivingstoneweekly.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/tlbw26jul17-compressed.pdf Inside: Baboon causes power cut Lake Kariba School Club Trip Northern Circuit – corrections Nuclear Power for Zambia Zambia Carnivore Programme in Busanga, Liuwa and Lupande Zambean Coffee raising funds for Conservation and artists Giraffe de-snared in Luangwa Camp […]

Jacaranda Hotel Nairobi gets thumbs up from three Cabinet Secretaries

KENYA’S HEALTH SECRETARY GIVES JACARANDA HOTEL HIS THUMBS UP AS HIS COLLEAGUES FROM TOURISM AND TRADE LOOK ON (Posted 27th July 2017) Not one, not two but three full Cabinet Secretaries earlier today came to the Jacaranda Hotel with their key staff after a thorough health inspection had been carried out to put rumours to […]

The Latest UNWTO News Updates

United Nations World Tourism Organization News Updates Strong tourism results in the first part of 2017 International tourist arrivals worldwide grew by 6% in January-April of 2017 compared to the same period last year, with business confidence reaching its highest levels in a decade. Sustained growth in most major destinations and a steady rebound in […]

Air Tanzania sets eyes on Bujumbura

BUJUMBURA NEXT FOR AIR TANZANIA AS THIRD BOMBARDIER Q400NEXTGEN EXPECTED IN AUGUST (Posted 27th July 2017) When the third brand new Bombardier Q400NextGen is delivered to Air Tanzania next month – real ‘owner’ is a different parastatal body to make it impossible for debtors to go after the airline’s aircraft – does the revived national […]

Jambojet adds extra flights on Eldoret route as Lamu services remain suspended

JAMBOJET UPS ELDORET FLIGHTS TO 18 PER WEEK (Posted 27th July 2017) Jambojet, Kenya Airways’ fully owned low cost airline subsidiary, had announced their intent to add more flights on the Nairobi to Eldoret route. The spare capacity is a result of the carrier suspending their services to Lamu over what they call runway conditions, […]

Corporate Council on Africa News Updates

INFRASTRUCTURE Pothole plagued Harare seeks to build climate-resilient roads Reuters HARARE (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Heavy traffic snakes through downtown Harare, Zimbabwe’s capital, maneuvering along the potholed roads as impatient… Read more>> Downstream costs of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam Institute for Security Studies The government of Ethiopia is currently constructing the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance […]

Seychelles Tourism keen on strengthening cooperation with Ethiopian Airlines

CLOSE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN SEYCHELLES TOURISM AND ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES KEY TO SUCCESS (Posted 26th July 2017) The Seychelles Tourism Board has expressed the desire the see further growth of its relationship with Ethiopian Airlines, for the betterment of both the airline and the island destination. The Chief Executive of the STB, Mrs. Sherin Francis on Tuesday […]

The Sharks of the Seychelles – by Alphonse Island’s Bennet Gevers

SEYCHELLES’ MARINE LIFE AS SEEN FROM THE WATERS AROUND ALPHONSE ISLAND (Posted 26th July 2017)     The unique biodiversity of the Seychelles has been noted as significant and as such 60% of the area is protected. Luckily with the accompaniment of some of the esteemed resorts in the region, guests can to dive into […]

The real thing – only in Travel Africa’s Shamwari News

Travel Africa Magazine’s Shamwari News for July Don’t ask a policeman for directions in Bobo! Jambo ATC Readers! For readers, travelers and adventurers alike, we hope our stories give you inspiration and the information you need to explore your next destination! The real thing With our forthcoming 80th issue looking at the changing face of […]

Updates from the Laikipia Wildlife Forum

MOUNT KENYA TRUST PUBLISHES 2017 REPORT (Posted 26th July 2017) Mount Kenya Trust June 2017 Report You can now download a summary operations report for June 2017 from the Mount Kenya Trust here. If you would like any further information about MKT, please contact Susie Weeks, Executive Director on: T: +254 722 436641 sweeks www.mountkenyatrust.org […]

Rhino numbers grow to 20 on Ziwa as another baby is born

ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY WELCOMES ITS 15TH BABY (Posted 26th July 2017) (Picture courtesy of Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary)     In breaking news has the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary / Rhino Fund Uganda confirmed that at 08.30 hrs this morning another rhino baby was born from Nandi, one of the initial breeding herd of 3 males and […]

This is Your invitation to Register for WTM2017

Plan ahead to attend the World Travel Market London 06th – 08th November 2017 Excel, London Register Book Accommodation Find Exhibitors Are You A Buyer? Register today and have a more productive visit That’s right, Wolfgang H, registration for WTM London 2017 is now open! Be part of the leading global event for the travel […]

FlyDubai expands Russia network

MORE CONNECTIVITY TO UGANDA AS FLYDUBAI ADDS THREE DESTINATIONS IN RUSSIA (Posted 25th July 2017) FlyDubai will see their Russian network grow to 10 destinations when in October this year three more cities come on line for the Dubai based low cost carrier, of late more closely associated with ‘senior cousin‘ Emirates. In the fourth […]

Corporate Council on Africa News Updates

TOURISM President Kenyatta commissions Sh2.5 billion Isiolo International Airport CapitalFM ISIOLO, Kenya, Jul 23 – President Uhuru Kenyatta on Sunday commissioned the Sh2.5 billion Isiolo International Airport, a key plank of the Lamu Port-South… Read more>> Uganda to host Africa’s first Conservation and Tourism Investment Forum Independent The Giants Club, the conservation initiative supported by […]

Safari Njema, Nicola! Now you can roam the skies on your own wings …

Coastal Aviation and Tanzania’s aviation fraternity mourns Nicola Colangelo Dear ATC Readers, we regret to inform you that our beloved founder Nicola Colangelo died in Fiumaretta, Italy, on the 24th July at the age of 73. Nicola is survived by Carolina Colangelo, his devoted wife, his mother, Delma Ventarelli, and his brother, Franco Colangelo. Nicola […]

Corporate Council on Africa and Africa Travel Association count down to Kigali Congress

CCA’s 41st Annual World Tourism Conference Connecting the Continent The Infrastructure of Tourism What significant investments are being made in logistics, transportation and real estate? On the government side, what policies (open skies, visa) are being made to support private sector efforts and tourism infrastructure development? ATA will convene an expert panel featuring South African […]

Mountain Dispatches

Mount Kenya Trust News Updates Share Tweet Forward to Friend :MOUNTAIN DISPATCHES News from the Mount Kenya Trust April to June 2017 Dear ATC Readers, We are making huge progress in upgrading our community ranger bases to improve the living standards of our men who work tirelessly to protect the wildlife and forests of Mount […]

Seychelles Tourism celebrates their World Travel Award winners

WORLD TRAVEL AWARD WINNERS HONOURED BY SEYCHELLES’ TOURISM (Posted 25th July 2017) Winning accolades across various categories at the World Travel Awards 2017 demonstrates that Seychelles, in spite of being small in size, remains hugely relevant as a tourist destination. The Chief Executive of the Seychelles Tourism Board Mrs. Sherin Francis said this on Wednesday […]

Tabora Airport expansion officially opened

TABORA AIRPORT NOW CAPABLE TO RECEIVE LARGER PLANES (Posted 25th July 2017) Tabora Airport, IATA code TBO and ICAO code HTTB, was yesterday, as part of President Magufuli’s tour of central – western Tanzania, officially opened by the Tanzanian President. Located at an elevation of 1.179 metres or 3.868 feet does the refurbished and modernized […]

Tanzania set to create East Africa’s first ‘Geo Park’

OL DONYO LENGAI TO BECOME PART OF A 12.000 SQUARE KILOMETRES LARGE GEO PARK (Posted 25th July 2017) Two iconic landmarks in Northern Tanzania, the Ngorongoro Crater and Mt. Ol Donyo Lengai, will be part of a new ‘Geo Park‘ which is set to be created by the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority, in short NCAA. […]

Mohammed Hersi joins Sun Africa Hotels as Group CEO

SUN AFRICA HOTELS NAMES MOHAMMED HERSI AS NEW CEO (Posted 25th July 2017) It can now be revealed that Mohammed Hersi, former CEO of Heritage Hotels and current Chairman of the Kenya Tourism Federation, will be moving to Nairobi where he is joining Sun Africa Hotels as Group Chief Executive Officer. From the varied portfolio […]