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A
major shake-up is on the horizon for travellers seeking United States
visas across Africa. According to an internal State
Department memo revealed by the Associated Press,
Washington intends to slash the number of embassies and consulates
handling visa applications on the continent from approximately
50 loc… read more
In
a significant humanitarian operation that highlights the growing
intersection between aviation, diplomacy and citizen welfare across the
African continent, Air Peace Limited has
successfully evacuated 262 Nigerian nationals from South Africa. The
operation, carried out in partnership with the Federal Government of
… read more
A
fresh dispute is brewing in Nigeria's aviation
sector as the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) presses
the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to overhaul the way it
collects its 5 per cent Ticket Sales Charge (TSC) and
Cargo Sales Charge (CSC). The carriers want the regulator
to bill passenge… read more
In
a move that could signal a fresh chapter for one of Africa's most
historically rich yet underexplored destinations, Sudanese
Prime Minister Kamil Idris has reaffirmed the commitment
of the so-called Government of Hope to revitalising both the education
and tourism sectors of the country. The pledge was made during
… read more
Tanzania
has once again positioned itself at the forefront of global tourism
diplomacy, reaffirming its commitment to deeper international
cooperation following its participation in the 126th
Executive Council Meeting of UN Tourism, held in Toledo,
Spain. The high-level gathering brought together tourism ministers,
a… read more
Ghana's tourism trade has taken a
confident step deeper into East Africa, with the Tour
Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) wrapping up a
successful first-ever appearance at the 2026 Karibu-Kilifair tourism
expo in Arusha, Tanzania. The debut marks a significant milestone for
the West African nation's private tourism sec… read more
Namibia's
aviation sector is facing fresh scrutiny as the country's
Namibia Airports Company (NAC) confirms
that several of its regional airports continue to operate at a loss,
despite significant ongoing investment in their maintenance and
development. The disclosure highlights one of the most persistent
challenges … read more
As the summer season takes hold
across Rwanda's capital, Kigali is
experiencing a noticeable rise in local travel, community gatherings,
and corporate activity. With the arrival of warmer weather, longer dry
days, and mid-year breaks, both residents and visitors are actively
seeking spaces that combine relaxation, prod… read more
East
Africa's aviation landscape is set for a transformative leap forward
following Kenya's decision to award the long-awaited modernisation of
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
to China Communications Construction Company
(CCCC). The contract, valued at a substantial
2.9 billion US … read more
Southern
Africa's economic landscape is set for a significant transformation as
Botswana and South Africa commit to
accelerating a series of High Impact Priority
Projects designed to strengthen bilateral cooperation,
regional integration, trade facilitation, and infrastructure
connectivity. The renew… read more
US Visa Processing in Africa to Be Consolidated into 20 Strategic Hubs
Air Peace Repatriates 262 Nigerians from South Africa as Xenophobic Tensions Escalate
Nigerian Carriers Push NCAA to Collect 5% Ticket Charge Directly from Passengers
Sudan Pushes Tourism Revival as Government of Hope Targets Education and Travel Growth
Tanzania Champions Stronger Global Tourism Ties at UN Tourism Executive Council in Toledo
TOUGHA Debuts at Karibu-Kilifair 2026, Opening Fresh East Africa Pathways for Destination Ghana
Namibia's Regional Airports Battle Losses as NAC Pushes Strategies to Boost Traffic and Revenue
Radisson Blu Kigali Unveils Summer Packages for Stays, Wellness, Workspaces and Corporate Events
Kenya Awards \$2.9 Billion JKIA Modernisation Contract to China's CCCC in Major Aviation Push
Botswana and South Africa Accelerate Major Cross-Border Projects to Boost Regional Trade
