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The
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has
issued a stern directive to all operators within the nation’s leisure
and hospitality sector, instituting a non-negotiable deadline to
regularize their operations. In a move designed to enforce standards and
ensure legal compliance across the industry, the authority has
announ… read more
In
a significant development for the Southern African self-drive and
adventure tourism sector, South African National Parks
(SANParks) has officially confirmed the resumption of
operations for the iconic Sendelingsdrift
pontoon. Scheduled to reopen on 16 February
2026, this critical … read more
The
aviation landscape connecting Africa to the Asia-Pacific region has
just undergone a seismic shift, promising to reshape how African travel
professionals route their clients to the Southern Hemisphere. In a move
that creates a formidable new corridor for global transit,
Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines have
… read more
South African
National Parks (SANParks) has promptly
responded to visitor feedback by suspending the recently introduced
indemnity and visitor verification form requirement at
Table Mountain National Park. Effective
immediately, this decision restores the familiar, hassle-free entry
experience… read more
The tourism landscape of East Africa is currently witnessing a
transformative shift, centred on the Spice Island. Zanzibar is no longer
just recovering from past global disruptions; it has entered an
aggressive growth phase that is reshaping investment strategies and tour
planning across the continent. Official data released this week
… read more
As
the African aviation sector pushes for greater connectivity and
seamless travel under the Single African Air Transport
Market (SAATM), a critical foundational issue remains a
stumbling block: the slow pace of airport
certification. A comprehensive regional review released
in mid-February 2026 has … read more
In
a move dictated by safety protocols and the forces of nature,
South African National Parks (SANParks) has
issued an immediate directive suspending specific recreational
operations within the Wilderness section of
the celebrated Garden Route National Park.
Following a period of int… read more
Ethiopian
Airlines has announced plans to commence flights to Australia in 2028,
marking the final step in its continental expansion and completing its
presence on every inhabited continent. This strategic move aims to
strengthen connectivity between Africa and the Asia-Pacific region,
further cementing the airline’s posit… read more
In
an important update for itinerary planners and tour operators focusing
on South Africa's Free State province, South African
National Parks (SANParks) has issued a notice regarding
the temporary closure of one of its newest and most significant
attractions. The Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretation
Centre… read more
The
landscape of inbound tourism to Africa is undergoing a significant
transformation, driven by a strategic pivot toward
Southern European source markets. Recent
industry engagements have highlighted that Portugal, France, and Italy
are no longer secondary options but are rapidly evolving into critical
growth engine… read more
Zimbabwe Sets February Deadline for Mandatory Tourism Compliance
Vital Cross-Border Link Restored: Sendelingsdrift Pontoon Reopens
Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines Forge Strategic JV to Unlock Australia
Table Mountain National Park Simplifies Access, Suspends Indemnity Forms Pending Digital Upgrade
Zanzibar Surge Sparks Urgent Demand for Diverse Experiences
Airport Certification Lag Stalls African Aviation Growth and Safety Goals
Ethiopian Airlines Eyes 2028 Launch of Direct Flights to Australia, Completing Global Network
Southern Europe Surge: High-Yield Charters and Luxury Drive New Growth
