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The Government of Cabo Verde has officially appointed Dr. Jose Luis Sá Nogueira as the new Minister of Tourism and Transport, succeeding Dr. Carlos Duarte Santos, who recently resigned. This appointment comes at a pivotal time as Cabo Verde intensifies its focus on strengthening the tourism and transport sectors, which are vital… read more
Tourism Seychelles recently hosted a strategic media briefing in Johannesburg,
South Africa, where Principal Secretary Sherin Francis
presented the archipelago's ambitious plans for 2025. Held at the Proud Mary Modern Eatery +
Wine Bar in Rosebank, the event highlighted new developments
aimed at enhancing Seychelles' position as a prem
… read more
The Uganda
Tourism Board (UTB)has
congratulated its outgoing Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Lilly Ajarova, on her
appointment as Senior Presidential Advisor on Tourism by His Excellency Yoweri
Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda. This prestigious
appointment recognizes Dr. Ajarova’s strategic leadership and h… read more
The Civil
Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)has announced the installation of e-gates at Sir
Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, marking a significant
step toward enhancing passenger processing efficiency. These self-service
machines, located at the international departure security screening points, are… read more
The Rwandan
government has introduced a 3% tourism levy on accommodation facilities,
including hotel room rates, as part of its tax policy reforms approved by the
Cabinet on February 10, 2025. Officials state that this levy is aimed at
supporting investments in the tourism and hospitality sectors, ensuring the
continued growth and sustainab… read more
The Government
of Sierra Leone, through its Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, has
launched a bold initiative to combat illegal encroachment on the 6,000-hectare Tourism
Development Area (TDA) surrounding the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary (TCS).
This measure underscores the government’s dedication to preserving biodivers… read more
A recent audit
report has revealed that the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has failed to
establish the legally mandated Tourism Development Fund, raising serious
concerns about the financial management and future growth of the country’s
tourism sector. The fund, as outlined in the Uganda Tourism Act, Cap 82, was
intended to ser… read more
Claire Le
Lay has been named the new president of the Mauritius Tourism Promotion
Authority (MTPA), stepping into this critical role at a time when the island
nation faces stiff competition from regional giants like the Maldives and Thailand.
With her extensive experience in luxury branding and tourism, Le Lay’s
leadership mar… read more
Morocco is solidifying its position as
a tourism leader in Africa by securing the first ever United
Nations thematic office for tourism on the continent. This landmark
agreement, signed in Marrakech, between Morocco’s Minister
of Touri… read more
The
iconic Chapman’s Peak Drive, a must-see for many tourists, will be
temporarily closed to all traffic – motorized, pedestrian, and
cyclists – on Wednesdays throughout February (5th, 12th, 19th,
and 26th). Closures will be in effect from 10:00 to 16:00… read more
Dr. Jose Luis Sá Nogueira Appointed as Cabo Verde’s New Tourism and Transport Minister
Seychelles Unveils Bold Tourism Vision for 2025 to South African Media
Uganda’s Dr. Lilly Ajarova Appointed Senior Presidential Advisor on Tourism
Botswana’s Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Launch E-Gates in February 2025
Rwanda Introduces 3% Tourism Levy to Boost Sector Growth
Sierra Leone Targets Encroachment Around Tacugama Sanctuary to Boost Ecotourism
Claire Le Lay Appointed to Redefine Mauritius Tourism Strategy
Morocco to Host 1st UN Tourism Africa Office: Boost for Travel Trade
Cape Town's 'Chappies' Drive Closed
