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The recent
Nigeria Aviation Centenary celebration in
Abuja spotlighted a remarkable figure whose influence has rippled
through every facet of the country’s aviation sector.
George Uriesi, now the Acting Managing
Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ibom
Air, was named among 47 dis… read more
The African hospitality
landscape is witnessing a significant transformation as
Viceroy Hotels makes its much-anticipated
debut on the continent, introducing three new luxury
safari lodges across Zambia and Botswana. This bold
expansion marks a pivotal moment for the brand, renowned for its
immersive… read more
The landscape of
online travel booking is approaching a new
era, as Google unveils plans to introduce
advanced agentic AI tools capable of
booking hotels and flights directly within its AI Mode search
environment. For Africa’s tourism sector, this move signals a dramatic
transformati… read more
Every
January, Kruger National Park transforms
into a scene of vibrant renewal as the heart of the summer rainy season
breathes life into South Africa’s most iconic wilderness. For Africa’s
tourism professionals, understanding the unique character of Kruger in
January is key to crafting memorable safari experiences tha… read more
The
Amadeus Travel Trends 2026 report,
developed in partnership with Globetrender, is making waves across the
global tourism sector—and its insights are especially relevant for
Africa’s dynamic travel industry. As the continent’s airlines, hotels,
and destinations look to the future, these six transformative trends
o… read more
November
marked a pivotal step forward for Egypt’s transport ambitions with the
signing of a landmark 15-year contract to
manage and operate the country’s burgeoning high-speed electric train
network. The agreement, witnessed by Lieutenant General
Kamel El-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial
… read more
The
international cruise scene is set for another boost as
TUI Cruises unveils its latest flagship,
Mein Schiff Flow, which will embark on an
18-night repositioning voyage from Cape Town to the Middle East in late
2026. This high-profile call further elevates Cape Town’s status as a
pivotal player on… read more
The
North West Parks and Tourism Board (NWPTB)
has set the stage for a dramatic shift in South Africa’s protected area
management, announcing sweeping tariff increases for
2025/26 across flagship reserves such as
Pilanesberg National Park,
Madikwe Game Reserve, and
… read more
In
a bold move set to reshape air travel in Nigeria and West Africa,
Enugu Air has unveiled plans to boost its
fleet to 20 aircraft by 2026 through the
acquisition of 14 additional planes. This announcement, made by Enugu
State Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, signals
the airline’s ambi… read more
Kampala
is making a decisive move to reinforce Uganda Airlines’ future, with
the government formally seeking an additional USD 117
million in funding for 2026 to lock in delivery slots for
ten new aircraft. The request, submitted to Parliament on 1 December
2025 by Transport Minister Edward Katumba
Wamala… read more
Ibom Air’s George Uriesi Honoured for Transformative Leadership Across Nigeria’s Aviation Landscape
Viceroy Hotels Unveils Three Luxury Safari Lodges, Elevating Zambia and Botswana’s High-End Tourism
Google Prepares AI Tools for Direct Hotel and Flight Bookings, Signaling a Shift in African Tourism
Kruger National Park’s Rainy Season Unveils Lush Scenery and Thrilling Wildlife Births
Six Global Travel Shifts Set to Redefine Africa’s Tourism Landscape in 2026
Egypt’s High-Speed Rail Expansion Ushers in New Era for African Transportation and Tourism
New Mein Schiff Flow Debut Puts Cape Town at the Heart of Cruise Repositioning Routes
Sharp Tariff Hikes at North West Parks Signal New Era for Conservation—But at What Cost?
Enugu Air Targets Rapid Growth with 14 New Aircraft to Transform Regional Connectivity
Uganda Sets \$117 Million Target to Secure Aircraft Deliveries and Boost National Carrier
