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For many travelers within Africa, the prospect of crossing
borders often conjures images of long embassy queues, hefty visa fees,
and complex paperwork. However, for holders of the
Nigerian passport, a growing number of
African destinations offer visa-free access, significantly simplifying
regional journeys and opening… read more
Cape Verde is set to transform its northernmost island, Santo
Antão, with a groundbreaking investment of up to 80
million euros aimed at constructing a new
international airport. This significant
development was unveiled during a recent visit by Prime Minister Ulisses
Correia e Silva, accompanie… read more
In a strategic move to
elevate Kenya’s international profile, the government is equipping its
newly appointed ambassadors, high commissioners, and consuls with the
tools and knowledge to effectively promote the country’s
unmatched natural beauty, wildlife, and rich cultural
heritage. A special session held at the Minis… read more
The global tourism sector has
marked a significant milestone in 2025, with international
tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) rising by 4% to
reach an estimated 1.52 billion—almost 60
million more than in 2024. This robust performance, highlighted in the
latest World Tourism Barometer… read more
The
upcoming Africa Showcase Middle East,
scheduled for 25–29 January 2026 in Doha and Dubai, marks a pivotal
moment for Africa’s tourism sector as it seeks to deepen its engagement
with the lucrative Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
market. Organised by Africa Showcase, with Sadiq Dindar
of Tingana Gl… read more
Over the past four years, the United Arab
Emirates (UAE) has rapidly established itself as a
powerhouse investor across Africa, channeling more than
USD 118 billion into a diverse array of
sectors. While mining, energy, technology, and logistics have
traditionally attracted the lion’s share of Emirati … read more
Sterling Bank Ltd has reinforced its dedication to
health, wellbeing, and sustainable economic
development by actively participating in
'The Art of Wellbeing' experience recently
hosted at ISIMI Lagos. This carefully curated event convened a dive… read more
After more than 15 years of static pricing, Nigeria’s aviation
industry is at a crossroads as labour unions and
regulators demand a critical revision of
navigational charges—a shift seen as vital
to the nation’s airspace safety and the sustainability of its aviation
infrastructure. The debate has reach… read more
The rapidly evolving African business events landscape is about
to gain stronger momentum as CIMGLOBAL, a
renowned international player in association management and Professional
Congress Organiser (PCO) services, establishes its first permanent base
on the continent. This strategic move brings the appointment of
… read more
The
recent US decision to temporarily halt immigrant visa
processing for citizens of 75 countries, including
Liberia, has ignited a heated debate in West Africa’s
travel and political circles. At the centre of this storm is
Jefferson T. Koijee, Secretary General of
Liberia’s opposition Congress for D… read more