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The Seychelles
Tourism Board, working hand in hand with Inside
Seychelles, has rolled out an ambitious new initiative titled
"Rediscover Seychelles – Your Islands. Your
Escape." Officially launched on Monday, 1 June 2026, the
campaign is designed to encourage Seychellois nationals and residents to
ex… read more
The
recent decision by Badr Airlines to launch
direct flights between Port Sudan and
Asmara represents a significant moment for African
aviation, particularly given Eritrea's long-standing reputation as one
of the continent's most tightly controlled and limited air transport
markets. The new service … read more
African
travel professionals packaging South African itineraries should take
immediate note of multiple temporary closures affecting
CapeNature reserves across the Western Cape province.
Severe winter weather conditions including heavy rainfall, flooding and
saturated ground have prompted conservation authorities to im… read more
The
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority is preparing to
host what will be its inaugural annual general meeting, marking a
significant turning point for an institution that has long grappled with
administrative difficulties. Scheduled for June 17,
2026, this gathering represents a fresh chapter in the
country'… read more
Air
connectivity between southern Africa and the European
continent has received a significant boost following the
commencement of direct scheduled services linking Namibia's capital with
Switzerland's largest city. The new route represents an important
development for travel professionals across the region, opening fr… read more
One
of Uganda's most celebrated hip-hop
artists has emerged as an unexpected ambassador for a
relatively unknown corner of the East African nation. The musician,
widely recognised across the continent for his influential contributions
to the regional music scene, recently spent several days exploring
Adjumani… read more
Juliana
Kagwa, Chief Executive Officer of the
Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), has issued a
compelling call to action for tourism stakeholders across the region.
Following the conclusion of the Pearl of Africa Tourism
Expo (POATE) 2026, she is urging industry players to
transform the rela… read more
Kenya
Airways, the East African nation's flag carrier, has
formally expressed concern over proposed legislation that it believes
could negatively impact its ability to maintain aircraft and keep
flights running on schedule. The airline recently addressed members of
Parliament regarding the
St… read more
ASKY
Airlines, the pan-African carrier headquartered in
Lomé, Togo, is on the verge of another
significant milestone as it prepares to take delivery of its
seventh Boeing 737 MAX 8. This latest
addition underscores the airline's unwavering commitment to fleet
modernisation and positi… read more
RwandAir
has announced a significant timetable adjustment for its popular
service linking Kigali with Johannesburg, effective from 1
July 2026. The Rwandan national carrier confirmed that
these schedule modifications will be permanent, designed to strengthen
its hub operations and deliver enhanced conn… read more
Seychelles Launches "Rediscover Seychelles" Campaign to Boost Domestic Tourism During Golden Jubilee
Badr Airlines Opens New Port Sudan–Asmara Link, Boosting Connectivity in the Horn of Africa
Winter Storms Force Temporary Closures at Popular Western Cape Nature Reserves
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority Announces Historic First AGM Amid Major Governance Reforms
Swiss Carrier Edelweiss Opens New Gateway Between Namibia and Europe
Hip-Hop Star Navio Pledges to Promote Uganda's Ma'di Sub-Region After Scenic Visit
Uganda Tourism Chief Urges Industry to Transform POATE Connections Into Real Business
Kenya Airways Raises Alarm Over Bill That Could Delay Aircraft Maintenance
ASKY Airlines Prepares to Welcome Seventh Boeing 737 MAX 8 to Growing Fleet
RwandAir Revamps Johannesburg Schedule to Boost Kigali Hub Connections
