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EK's new hub Al Maktoum International Airport DWC
Emirates is relocating its base to Al Maktoum International Airport, leveraging its extensive expansion to handle more passengers and flights. This shift aligns with Dubai's ambition to lead in global aviation, ensuring top-tier facilities and an increase in passenger volumes at the new mega hub.
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Takulandirani 2024: Stakeholders address bottlenecks to enhance air connectivity in Malawi
n a bid to foster dialogue and find solutions to enhance air connectivity in Malawi, the Malawi International Travel Expo (Takulandirani 2024) featured a crucial session titled “Addressing Bottlenecks for Improved Malawi’s Air Connectivity.” The session, moderated by Kojo Bentum-Williams of UN Tourism & VoyagesAfriq, brough… read more
‘The appetite to meet is impressive’: global industry to unite at IMEX Frankfurt
With just over two weeks to go until the 2024 edition of IMEX Frankfurt, around 4,000 buyers are expected through the doors at Messe Frankfurt. With buyer, exhibitor and meeting numbers currently tracking ahead of 2023, the demand for the show, taking place May 14 – 16, is reflective of the sheer business momentum and confidence building… read more
Malawi International Tourism Expo 2024 opens with emphasis on economic transformation
The 5th Malawi International Tourism Expo, known as “Takulandirani 2024,” commenced yesterday, April 25, with a grand opening ceremony at the Bingu International Convention Centre in Lilongwe. The expo, spanning three days, aims to serve as a vibrant platform for showcasing the best of Malawi’s tourism offerings while facilitating crucia… read more
MITE 2024: An opportunity to embrace everything tourism at the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’
In what is expected to be a celebration of Africa’s vibrant tourism industry, the Malawi International Tourism Expo (MITE) is set to return for its highly anticipated 5th edition, affectionately known as ‘Takulandirani’. From April 25th to 27th, 2024, the Bingu Wa Mutharika International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe will … read more
2nd Hospitality and Tourism Education Summit gets underway in Zambia
The 2024 Travel, Hospitality, and Tourism Education Summit is taking place at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka. Dignitaries and stakeholders from Zambia and other countries are attending the event, which is organized by the Zambia Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS) under the Ministry… read more
Finalists for 2024 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge announced
Africa Tourism Partners has announced the top five finalists for the 6th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge 2024. The Challenge opened on the 01st of November 2023 for the youth to submit their projects. The Challenge closed on the 01st of March 2024 and attracted over 154 entries from innovators across Africa.
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Zambia adds Travel and Tourism to High School Curriculum
The Republic of Zambia has added Travel and Tourism to its High School Curriculum.
The commendable feat by the Southern African country was disclosed by Minister of Education, Hon. Douglas Syakalima in his speech at the opening of Travel, Hospitality and Tourism Education Summit at the Mulungushi Conference Centre on … read more
UN General Assembly hosts tourism for sustainable development event
The United Nations General Assembly has held a second thematic event focused on tourism and the sector’s critical role in critical role … read more
ILTM Africa 2024 surges with 20% spike in exhibitors and 80% in new buyers number
Africa is beginning to witness remarkable growth in business opportunities in the luxury travel market.
Part of the growth was captured by the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Africa in its 2024 edition, which recorded 20% spike in exhibitor numbers and 80% increase in new buyers. This year’s remarkable growth … read more
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