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Enugu Air opens Lagos–London Gatwick sales with economy fares from N1.2 million
Enugu Air has officially opened ticket sales for its new direct Lagos–London Gatwick flights, with the inaugural service set for 10 December 2026. The airline, in partnership with Omni Blu, will operate the route four times weekly using previously unassigned … read more
FlyNamibia resumes Windhoek–Lüderitz flights, restoring direct link for southern Namibia
FlyNamibia has resumed its scheduled flights between Windhoek (Eros Airport, ERS) and Lüderitz (LUD), restoring a direct air connection between the Namibian capital and the coastal town in the south of the country. The service, which restarted on 10 November 2026, is operated in partnership with… read more
United Nigeria Airlines and Nigerian Cancer Society launch passenger donation drive for cancer care
United Nigeria Airlines has signed a new partnership with the Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS) to raise funds for cancer awareness, early detection, diagnosis and treatment across Nigeria. The initiative, launched in Lagos after a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between both organisations, allows… read more
TAZARA suspends Mbeya–Makambako rail services after fatal accident, cross-border trains interrupted
The Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) has suspended all passenger and freight train services between Mbeya and Makambako until at least 1 December 2026, following a serious freight train accident on 4 November 2026. The accident, which occurred on the … read more
On Show Solutions brings Africa Showcase Pavilion to inaugural ITB Americas in Guadalajara
African tourism businesses will have a dedicated platform to meet buyers across the Americas for the first time at the inaugural edition of ITB Americas, opening in Guadalajara, Mexico, from 10 to 12 November 2026. On Show Solutions, the exhibition management company behind the Africa Showcase b… read more
Abidjan launches studies for light rail, BRT and urban mobility with IDA grant to 2028
The government of Côte d’Ivoire has signed a grant agreement with the International Development Association (IDA) to prepare a major urban mobility and development programme for Greater Abidjan. The agreement, signed on 30 October 2026, provides SDR 2.21 million in funding for s… read more
Tintswalo Boulders launches its new Coastal Club concept on False Bay
Tintswalo Boulders has relaunched with revamped design and interiors and the introduction of its new ‘coastal club’ concept - a destination-led approach to position the 9-suite boutique hotel as a home-base for a longer, and more immersive coastal stay on False Bay. The coastal club concept includes half board and encourages longer stays, in… read more
Qantas launches Sydney–Cape Town non-stop and Project Sunrise Sydney–London ultra-long-haul
Qantas will introduce the first-ever non-stop flights between Sydney and Cape Town from October 2027, marking a major change in Australia–South Africa air links. The new service will operate seasonally, running from October to March, which is Cape Town’s summer. This decision is part of Qantas’ … read more
Cape Town restaurants earn global recognition in 2026 World's 50 Best Restaurants rankings
Cape Town’s culinary scene has gained new international attention after three of its restaurants were featured in the 2026 World's 50 Best Restaurants rankings, announced on 5 November 2026 in Lima, Peru. La Colombe, located on Silvermist Wine Estate in Constantia… read more
Fastjet Mozambique returns after seven years, breaking Air Mozambique’s monopoly on Maputo–Vilankulo
Fastjet Mozambique has resumed flights after a seven-year absence, launching a Maputo–Vilankulo route with a fully booked inaugural round trip. The airline’s return introduces direct competition for LAM – Mozambique Airlines, which had operated the route alone since Fastjet susp… read more
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