Shock In Mauritius: Wakashio Support Vessel Sinks
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SA governement "hopeful" that international travel will open sooner than later
With the domestic tourism sector allowed to resume operations under South Africa’s level, the government’s next step is to work towards the reopening of international travel, says tourism minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane. “With the risk of the virus spread on a downward trend, we are hopeful that the opening of our borders … read more
Mozambique treasures
One of the continent’s underrated gems is Mozambique, boasting long stretches of exotic beaches, exceptional cuisine, and many other enchanting tourist attractions. If you don’t know what to expect from the Southern African country, don’t fret – we’ve got your back. Buckle up and allow us to take you on a thrilling and insightful tour of … read more
Namibia's protocols to restart international tourism, but no flights
Namibia has unveiled implementation protocols guiding the international tourism revival initiative that was announced by President Dr. Hage G. Geingob in June 2020.
These protocols have been subjected to a comprehensive consultative process and have now been signed off by the Minister of Environment, Forestry and Touri… read more
Mauritian borders remain closed until October 31, 2020
The Mauritian government has made a decision to extend the closure of the country’s borders until October 31, 2020. The decision will be announced by the Prime Minister during a television address this evening.The country's borders were to be reopened to international air traffic at midnight tonight, at the end of Augu… read more
Akanu Ibiam International Airport Ready For Flight Resumption
The Minister of Aviation, Mr Hadi Sirika says the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu is ready for resumption of flights.
Sirika said this on Saturday in Enugu after the final round of inspection of rehabilitation works in the airport prior to the official reopening of the complex. The Federal Government had in August 20… read more
Comoros will reopen air borders on September 7
"The government of the Union of the Comoroshas decided to reopen the air borders to international commercial flights from September 7, 2020, in strict compliance with health instructions." This is the main information contained in the information note of August 27, sent by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to diplomatic and consu… read more
Airlink & Flysafair plan to spread their network
The Provincial Migration Services in Niassa are reopening four border posts in a process which started last week under the Presidential Decree on the gradual relaxation of coronavirus prevention measures. A first phase covers the border crossings with Malawi and Tanzania at Matchedje, Mandimba and Entre-Lagos.
The spok… read more
Ghana: PCR test required for all new arrivals
The officials at Ghana’s major international travel hub, Kotoka International Airport, have announced that all new international arrivals will be required to take a PCR test. The test could be administered at any of the over 70 sampling collection booths set-up at the upper level of the Arrival Hall, with the results being ready wi… read more
Dead Dolphins wash up on Mauritius beaches
A day after the … read more
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