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South
Africa’s prominent low-cost carrier,
FlySafair, has taken the bold step of
instituting a lock-out of its cabin crew following a breakdown in wage
negotiations with the South African Cabin Crew Association
(SACCA). This decisive measure underscores the airline’s
intent to manage the current indu… read more
The city of Jos
in Plateau State has firmly placed itself on the map of
Africa’s premier event destinations by hosting the Miss
and Mister Tourism Africa International 2025 World
Finals. This high-profile gathering drew contestants from
23 African nations, transforming Jos into a vibrant epicentre of
… read more
Kenya has achieved a significant
breakthrough on the global stage by securing a seat on the
United Nations Tourism Executive Council
for the 2025–2029 term. This development, announced by Tourism and
Environment Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano, took place during the 26th
UN Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh, Saudi Ara… read more
The
business travel sustainability landscape
is undergoing a significant transformation, and sub-Saharan Africa’s
travel sector is uniquely positioned to benefit from these global
shifts. Recent industry-wide assessments, involving 285 companies and a
collective annual spend of \$22 billion, highlight a growing commitm… read more
The
appointment of Shaikha Al Nowais as the
next Secretary-General of UN Tourism marks a watershed moment for the
global travel sector, with significant implications for Africa’s tourism
industry. Ratified during a landmark meeting of the Organization’s
General Assembly in Riyadh, her nomination has garnered enthusiast… read more
The
global travel industry is poised for a
decade of robust expansion, outpacing the wider world economy and
bringing new opportunities—and challenges—for Africa’s tourism sector.
According to the latest World Travel Market Global Travel Report,
unveiled at WTM London, the travel market is expected to grow at an
annu… read more
The recent signing of a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between
the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria
(NAHCON) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (MoHU) marks a pivotal moment
in the evolution of pilgrimage operations for Nigeria. The agreement,
formaliz… read more
The African Travel & Tourism Association (ATTA®) has joined forces with The Long Run, a global network for sustainable tourism, to champion sustainability and regenerative principles and practices across Africa’s tourism sector. The partnership marks a major step toward aligning the continent’s tourism growth with global best practice… read more
Ghana’s outbound tourism sector marked a significant milestone
in 2023, recording 470,806 outbound
visitors and generating a total expenditure of
GH¢4.0 billion. These findings, released by
the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) in its latest
Domestic and Outbound Tourism Survey
(DOTS),… read more
Significant changes are underway at the German
Consulate in Lagos, as Mr. Daniel Krulls, the newly
appointed Consul-General, announced a comprehensive plan to speed up
visa processing for Nigerians. The consulate is working toward a
targeted three-week maximum processing
period for all visa categories,… read more
FlySafair Implements Lock-Out Amid Wage Talks, Eyes Operational Stability
Jos Hosts Miss & Mister Tourism Africa International, Spotlighting Continental Unity and Creative To
Kenya’s New UN Tourism Council Role Signals Rising Influence and Fresh Opportunities for Africa
African Travel Revolution: Global Sustainability Trends Create New Business Opportunities
ATTA® and The Long Run Partner to Advance Regenerative Tourism in Africa
Ghana’s Outbound Tourism Generates GH¢4 Billion as Road Travel and Informal Trips Dominate 2023
