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In
a landmark achievement for West African tourism, Ghana
has secured the rights to host the 70th session of the UN Tourism
Commission for Africa (CAF) in 2027, following a
persuasive bid presentation delivered at the recently concluded 69th
session of the Commission held in Victoria, Seychelles. The decision
positio… read more
Coastal
tourism along South Africa's eastern seaboard has received a welcome
boost, with fresh water quality results confirming that Durban's popular
bathing beaches are safe for swimming, surfing and other seaside
pursuits. For African travel professionals crafting winter packages to
KwaZulu-Natal, this development strengthens the app… read more
Travel
professionals planning itineraries for clients heading to South Africa
between now and the end of the year will want to take note of the latest
climate outlook released by the South African Weather
Service (SAWS). Covering the period from July to November
2026, the forecast points to generally warmer-than-normal… read more
Ghana's
tourism industry has taken a meaningful step toward inclusivity, as the
Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA)
welcomed 40 students from the Tetteh Ocloo State School for the Deaf in
Adjei Kojo, Ashaiman, on a specially curated educational excursion. The
initiative, held last Friday, offered the learners a rare… read more
Mozambique
is making one of its boldest moves yet in the aviation sphere, placing
air transport firmly at the centre of its long-term economic strategy.
The government has unveiled a sweeping \$710 million
investment plan aimed at modernising airports, upgrading
airspace systems and dramatically improving connectivity … read more
A remarkable trend is reshaping
Nigeria's aviation sector, with at least four state governments
collectively investing an estimated N500
billion into the establishment and operation of their own
airlines over the past seven years. The states leading this bold shift,
namely Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Enugu and
Ba… read more
African aviation is entering a
new era of fleet renewal and ambitious network expansion, with carriers
across the continent collectively committing to 236 firm
aircraft orders. The latest data offers a fascinating
window into how African Union customers are positioning themselves for
the future, with narrowbody jets do… read more
Nigeria's organised tour
operating sector is gearing up for a defining moment as the
Nigerian Association of Tour Operators
(NATOP) prepares to inaugurate its first-ever national
secretariat and host its 10th Annual General Meeting from 8
to 10 July in Lagos. The landmark gathering will draw
together… read more
Zambia
has been confirmed as the host country for AviaDev Africa
2027, the continent's only dedicated air service
development conference, in a landmark announcement that places the
Southern African nation firmly at the centre of Africa's evolving
aviation conversation. The decision, made in partnership with
Z… read more
A
major shake-up is on the horizon for travellers seeking United States
visas across Africa. According to an internal State
Department memo revealed by the Associated Press,
Washington intends to slash the number of embassies and consulates
handling visa applications on the continent from approximately
50 loc… read more
Ghana to host historic 70th UN Tourism Commission for Africa in 2027 Independence year
Durban's Iconic Beaches Get Clean Bill of Health, Boosting Winter Coastal Tourism Appeal
South Africa Braces for Warmer Season as El Niño Returns Ahead of 2026/27 Summer
TOUGHA Champions Inclusive Tourism with Landmark Excursion for Deaf Students in Ghana
Mozambique Unveils \$710M Aviation Masterplan to Reshape Southern African Skies by 2045
Nigerian states pour N500 billion into airline ventures as experts question viability of crowded ski
African carriers commit to 236 new aircraft as Ethiopian leads continent's biggest fleet expansion d
NATOP marks decade of growth with new Lagos secretariat and landmark 10th Annual General Meeting
Zambia to Host AviaDev Africa 2027 as Airlift Zambia Initiative Targets Bold New Route Map
US Visa Processing in Africa to Be Consolidated into 20 Strategic Hubs
