Destinations
Please remember to register on this website, so we can send you your dose of travel news customized as per your requirements.
South
African National Parks (SANParks) has issued an
important update for visitors to the Storms River Mouth
Rest Camp in the famed Tsitsikamma Section
of the Garden Route National Park: the much-loved
suspension bridge will undergo essential maintenance and be temporarily
closed to… read more
The Kenyan
tourism landscape is set for a dramatic transformation as the
Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) launches an
ambitious drive to attract 10 million international
visitors within the next five years. This sweeping
campaign is not just about boosting numbers—it’s a strategic reimagining
of Kenya’s glo… read more
The
inauguration of Yabello Airport by
Ethiopian Airlines Group marks a pivotal moment for Ethiopia’s aviation
landscape and the broader sub-Saharan region. As Africa’s largest
airline group and one of the fastest-growing global aviation brands,
Ethiopian Airlines has once again demonstrated its commitment to
expandi… read more
The Grand Ethiopian
Renaissance Dam (GERD) stands not only as a monumental engineering
achievement but also as a beacon of opportunity for Ethiopia’s tourism
sector, particularly in the Benishangul-Gumuz Region. To harness GERD’s
full potential as a catalyst for sustainable tourism development, a
multifaceted approach is essenti… read more
The
rise of “silver tourism”—a term denoting
travel tailored for older adults—has emerged as a transformative force
in the global tourism landscape, and Egypt is positioning itself at the
forefront of this movement. According to the Cabinet Information and
Decision Support Center (IDSC), this sector not only promises t… read more
The
recent diplomatic engagement between The Gambia and South
Africa is poised to unlock a wave of opportunities for
the African travel landscape. On the sidelines of TICAD 9 in Tokyo,
Foreign Minister Hon. Sering Modou Njie of The Gambia and his South
African counterpart, Hon. Ronald Lamola, set in motion discussions … read more
Senegal is taking a bold
step to overhaul its immigration procedures, announcing the introduction
of an e-visa system requiring all visitors from outside
the African continent to pay visa application fees online in
advance. This move, confirmed by Prime Minister
Ousmane Sonko, is set to moderniz… read more
From
1 November 2025, Tanzania will implement a
new Passenger Facilitation Fee for all
foreign travellers—including Kenyans—flying in and out of the country.
This move, formalized under the VI Tax Code, marks a significant shift
in the cost structure for regional and international air travel to and
f… read more
The
Castle of Good Hope, celebrated as South
Africa’s oldest surviving building, is embracing a new future through an
extensive restoration initiative designed to preserve its storied past
and ignite its role as a vibrant cultural epicenter. Originally built in
the 17th century by the Dutch East India
Company… read more
South Africa’s tourism
sector entered a new phase of governance as Minister of
Tourism Patricia de Lille appointed an interim caretaker
team to manage the affairs of the South African Tourism
Board following its official dissolution on Wednesday, 20
August 2025. This decisive move, carried out under th… read more
Storms River Suspension Bridge Weekday Closure Announced for September 2025 Maintenance
Kenya Sets Sights on 10 Million Visitors with Bold New Vision for Adventure and Sustainable Tourism
Ethiopian Airlines Unveils Yabello Airport, Unlocking Southern Ethiopia’s Trade and Tourism Potentia
Unlocking Sustainable Tourism Growth Around GERD: Strategies for Long-Term Success in Ethiopia
Egypt Eyes Senior Tourism Surge as Global Silver Market Expands
Gambia–South Africa Visa-Free Talks Signal New Era for Regional Tourism and Trade
Senegal Introduces E-Visa System for Non-African Visitors, Emphasizing Reciprocity
Tanzania Introduces New Passenger Fee and Mandatory Insurance for International Travellers
Cape Town’s Castle of Good Hope Undergoes Major Restoration to Become Cultural Landmark
South Africa Tourism Board Gets Interim Leadership to Ensure Stability and Sector Confidence
