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Botswana’s Rail Revolution: New Tracks to Travel Opportunities
Botswana is embarking on a major railway infrastructure overhaul, promising exciting new prospects for African travel agents. This ambitious initiative, spearheaded by Transport and Infrastructure Minister Noah Salakae, aims to transform the country's ageing rail system into a moder… read more
Royal Air Maroc Expands Network: New Routes to Boost African Travel
Royal Air Maroc is significantly expanding its network, offering exciting new opportunities for African travel agents. The airline is resuming flights to three key European cities and launching its first-ever direct route to a popular island destination. These strategic moves are set to enhance connectivity across the continent … read more
Fastjet Mozambique’s Comeback Shakes Up Southern Africa Travel Market
Fastjet is poised to make a triumphant return to Mozambique’s skies, injecting fresh competition into the Southern African travel market and creating exciting new opportunities for travel agents across the continent. After a six-year hiatus, the airline, operated by Solenta Aviation Mozambique, has secured… read more
Ghana: A Culinary Journey for the Discerning Traveler
Defining a single “staple” dish for Ghana is a delightful challenge. The nation’s culinary identity is a vibrant tapestry woven from diverse regional specialties, each reflecting the country’s rich cultural heritage. For travel agents, this presents a unique opportunity to curate immersive food tourism experiences that go beyond the ty… read more
Bloemfontein Airport Access: Navigate Roadworks & Ensure Smooth Client Journeys
Road maintenance along a major route to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontein is causing significant traffic disruptions. Travel agents are advised to inform clients and adjust travel plans accordingly to avoid potential flight delays.
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has issue… read more
Seychelles’ Local Food Fest: A Recipe for Success & Culinary Tourism
The vibrant Seychelles islands recently hosted the third edition of the Local Food Fest, a culinary extravaganza showcasing the archipelago’s rich Creole heritage. Held over the National Day weekend at Roche Caïman, the festival served as a delicious testament to the growing synergy between culinary… read more
Embraer Fuels Nigeria's Airline Boom: 70% of New Carriers Choose E-Jets
Embraer has emerged as the aircraft manufacturer of choice for Nigeria’s burgeoning airline sector, capturing a significant share of the market among new entrants. This trend underscores the growing demand for regional air travel within Africa and presents valuable insights for travel profess… read more
African Airlines Soar High in 2025 Skytrax Awards
African aviation is celebrating a triumphant year, with Ethiopian Airlines, EGYPTAIR, and RwandAir securing top honors at the prestigious 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards. These accolades not only underscore the airlines' commitment to excellence but also highlight the growing competitiveness and qu… read more
UAE Tightens Visa Rules for Nigerian Travelers
New visa restrictions imposed by the UAE on Nigerian travelers have sent ripples of concern through the African travel industry. These changes, which include a ban on transit visas and tighter regulations for tourist visas, present significant challenges for travel agents specializing in UAE-bound tr… read more
Malawi Airlines Refreshes Fleet with Boeing 737 for Enhanced Regional Connectivity
Malawi Airlines is strengthening its regional presence with the addition of a Boeing 737-700 to its fleet. This move signals a commitment to modernizing its operations and enhancing connectivity within Southern and Eastern Africa, presenting new opportunities for travel agents across the continent.
The 18-year-old… read more
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