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Western Cape: Update on road closures and repairs
The Western Cape Government has released an update on road closures and repairs to road infrastructure in the Western Cape following the severe rainfall and subsequent flooding on the weekend of 22 – 25 September 2023. Accord… read more
Need for Conserving Ethiopia's Beautiful World Heritage Sites Emphasized
Ethiopia's beautiful world heritage sites are a legacy for many generations which need to be conserved, UNESCO AU and ECA Liaison Office Director Rita Bissoonauth said.
In an exclusive interview with ENA, the director revealed that Ethiopia has now become the number one country in the African continent with 11 world heritage site… read more
Naira free fall: NANTA eyes inbound trips at WTM
While the Federal Government is benumbed about the poor exchange profile of the naira, the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) is heading to London on Friday with a seventy man trade professionals to sell Nigeria to the world, targeting tourist dollar inflow to the country.
The World Travel Market, the biggest to… read more
Zanzibar Tourism Commission prohibits turning beaches into markets
The Zanzibar Tourism Commission (ZTC) has warned petty traders and other members of the business community against setting up temporary or permanent shops at beaches.
The ZTC stated that such tendency is not allowed because it causes inconveniences to tourists who like to use the beaches for leisure.
"We have many visitors inc… read more
Tourism Minister reviews measures to boost sector's activities
Minister of Tourism and Handicrafts, Mohamed Moez Belhassine, reviewed on Saturday the measures taken during the ministerial working sessions held in June and July. The main objective of these measures was to strengthen the handicraft sector and to establish a dedicated Destination Management Organisation (DMO) to promote tourism in the S… read more
African Nations to relax visa restrictions and push for more direct flights
Kenya and Angola have become the latest African countries to announce plans to ease visa restrictions as part of efforts to improve air connectivity and spur bilateral trade. The move follows a similar agreement announced earlier this month between neighbors Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The Kenya-Angola pact … read more
Kenya's Tourism industry set for major boost ahead of UK's Royal Family visit
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) expects a major boost in Kenya's tourism sector ahead of Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla's visit to Kenya.
KTB, in a statement, said that the impending visit will create a buzz for the country, attracting attention from tourists and investors in the UK and beyond.
"This visit will und… read more
Namibia Tourism energized with Eastern Europe market
In a strategic move to invigorate tourism in Namibia, the Namibian Tourism Board (NTB) has set its sights on Eastern Europe. Over the past 5 months, NTB has embarked on an extensive marketing campaign, aimed at boosting its visibility and engaging with the travel industry. The goal is to solidify its existing market presence while… read more
Western Cape prepares for record-breaking summer tourism season
With preparations for the summer tourism season underway, the Western Cape province will - for the first time ever - have more than one million in-bound international seats, breaking the record for travellers during the festive season.
"Looking ahead, Cape Town International Airport's seat capacity for summer 2023/24 is estimated to… read more
Race to Market Nigeria: NANTA leads the way, As Ooni of Ife backs up at WTM
The Ooni of Ife, His Royal Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja the second, will grace the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies stand at the World Travel Market (WTM) in London, excel in November.
The tourism loving Royal Father and investor will sit out at the global tourism trade show in the most col… read more
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