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Travel sellers in sub-Saharan Africa now have a new East–West Africa connection to offer clients, as Uganda Airlines has launched a four-times-weekly service linking Entebbe, Lagos and Accra. The new route, operated as UR900, began on 27 October 2026 and is flown with a Boeing 737-800 we… read more
Ghana’s December In Gh 2026 tourism initiative will run from December 1, 2026 to January 3, 2027, offering travel sellers a packed calendar of more than 150 registered events nationwide. The programme, themed “Ghana to the World”, aims to showcase the country’s culture, creative… read more
Travel sellers in Africa should note that complex immigration requirements are now a leading barrier to international travel, with 43% of air travellers discouraged from visiting a destination because of entry rules. This is a sharp increase from 33% in 2025, according to the International Air T… read more
Travel sellers with clients planning trips to Botswana should note that wildfires are currently affecting several areas of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR). According to the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, fires have been reported around Matswere Entrance Gate, Leopard Pan, Deception, Gugamme/Kikao and Gope… read more
Editor notes that Zambia and Japan signed a US\$6.3 million (999 million Japanese yen) grant agreement on 22 October 2026 to fund new railway maintenance equipment for Zambia Railways Limited. The agreement was signed by Zambia’s Finance Minister Situmbeko Musokotwane and Japanese ambassador Akiteru Mikami. The grant will be use… read more
Travel sellers in southern Africa will soon have a new low-cost option for clients flying between Johannesburg and Lusaka. FlySafair has announced it will launch five weekly flights on this busy corridor from 1 February 2027, using Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The new service will operate between … read more
Airlines worldwide spent \$24.5 billion processing \$1.05 trillion in ticket sales in 2025, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This means payment costs are rising faster than travel sales, putting extra pressure on airline margins and potentially affecting fares and payment options … read more
The upcoming summer in South Africa is shaping up to be one of the hottest and driest in recent memory, with the South African Weather Service (SAWS) forecasting above-normal temperatures and below-average rainfall across much of the country from November 2026 through March 2027. This outlook is closely linked to a stron… read more
British Airways is set to enhance its service between London and Cape Town, a move that will be welcomed by Africa’s travel sector as demand for international connectivity continues to rise. From 28 March 2027, the airline will increase its flights between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town International Airport from seven to te… read more
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s aviation landscape is witnessing a notable shift as Air Congo secures a Boeing 787 Dreamliner on lease from MIAT Mongolian Airlines. This move comes at a pivotal moment for the young Congolese carrier, which is actively expanding its long-haul network to key Eu… read more
Uganda Airlines launches Entebbe–Lagos–Accra flights, boosting East–West Africa travel links
Ghana unveils December In Gh 2026 calendar with over 150 events and new pan-African festival
IATA survey: complex visa rules deter 43% of travellers as biometrics and AI gain ground
Wildfires prompt safety warning for parts of Botswana’s Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Japan grants US$6.3 million for Zambia Railways maintenance equipment
FlySafair adds Johannesburg–Lusaka flights, intensifying competition on key regional route
South Africa Braces for Hotter, Drier Summer as Strong El Niño Drives Seasonal Outlook
British Airways to Boost London–Cape Town Flights, Offering More Flexibility for African Travellers
Air Congo Bolsters Paris and Brussels Ambitions with MIAT Dreamliner Lease as Ethiopian Jet Returns
