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Durban
is experiencing a surge of energy this week as the city welcomes
thousands of tourism professionals to Africa's Travel
Indaba 2026, the continent's flagship travel trade
exhibition now in full swing at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International
Convention Centre in KwaZulu-Natal. President Cyril Ra… read more
Qatar
Airways has announced plans to extend its global reach
into South America with the introduction of services to Bogota,
Colombia, and Caracas, Venezuela, commencing in July. This expansion
adds two significant destinations to the Doha-based carrier's already
extensive network, creating fresh connectivity options t… read more
Cape
Town has secured a prominent position in the debut
deployment of what is being described as the world's first luxury
expedition sailing yacht. Atlas Ocean Voyages has unveiled its inaugural
2028/29 season for the newbuild Atlas
Adventurer, with South Africa's Mother City featuring
across multipl… read more
South
African National Parks has released its latest
operational briefing for the Garden Route National Park as severe
weather conditions continue affecting multiple sections of this beloved
tourism destination. The update, issued on 12 May 2026, confirms that
while wind conditions have eased considerably since earlier… read more
Cabo
Verde Airlines has once again turned to European wet
lease specialists to ensure uninterrupted service on its international
routes. The island nation's flag carrier has chartered a
Boeing 737-8 MAX from Czech operator
Smartwings, a tactical decision aimed at maintaining full operational
capacity… read more
The
Botswana Tourism Organisation Board made a
decisive statement at this year's We Are
Africa gathering in Cape Town, using the occasion to
engage directly with the country's exhibiting tourism businesses. The
annual trade event, which commenced on May 4, provided an ideal setting
for the Board to c… read more
Medsky
Airways, the Tripoli-based carrier, has taken another
significant step in its European expansion strategy by deploying a
second Embraer regional jet through a strategic partnership arrangement.
The Libyan airline has secured the aircraft via an ACMI
wet lease agreement with Greek aviation specia… read more
The
Botswana Tourism Organisation Board used
the recent We Are Africa trade event in
Cape Town to deliver a clear message to the country's tourism operators:
participation on international platforms must translate into tangible
commercial outcomes and strengthened destination positioning. This
direct… read more
The
Gambian Embassy in Washington has issued
an urgent advisory to nationals residing in the United States following
alarming visa overstay statistics that threaten to complicate travel
prospects for all Gambian citizens. This development carries important
implications for travel professionals across Africa who assist … read more
Travel
professionals with clients heading to South Africa's
Western Cape should take note of deteriorating weather
conditions currently affecting West Coast National
Park and surrounding areas. Strong winds, heavy rainfall
and localised flooding have prompted authorities to issue urgent safety
adviso… read more
President Ramaphosa Opens Africa's Travel Indaba as Continent Charts Tourism Growth Path
Qatar Airways Expands South American Network With New Colombia and Venezuela Service
Cape Town Anchors Atlas Ocean Voyages' Groundbreaking African Expedition Programme
Garden Route National Park Issues Weather Update as Otter Trail Set to Reopen
Cabo Verde Airlines Secures Boeing 737 MAX 8 to Sustain International Operations
Botswana Tourism Board Sets Clear Performance Goals for Operators at We Are Africa 2026
Libya's Medsky Airways Expands European Reach With Second Embraer Regional Jet
Gambia's High US Visa Overstay Rates Trigger Embassy Warning and Travel Concerns
