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Africa’s tourism sector is set for a major boost as
Johannesburg and Durban have been confirmed
as the host cities for Africa’s two flagship tourism trade
shows—Meetings Africa and
Africa’s Travel Indaba (ATI)—for the next
five years, starting in 2026. This decision, following … read more
At
the heart of this year’s Akwaaba African Travel Market in Lagos, the
Federal Government of Nigeria has once again underlined its resolve to
make domestic tourism the cornerstone of a
resilient and sustainable African travel industry. Dr. Mukhtar Muhammad,
Permanent Secretary for the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture… read more
The
United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially included Uganda in its 2026
visa ban list, a move that will prevent Ugandan nationals from obtaining
tourist and work visas to the Gulf state. This restriction is part of a
broader policy affecting nine countries, including Afghanistan, Libya,
Yemen, Somalia, Lebanon, Bangladesh, Cameroon, … read more
The Ethiopian government’s landmark
policy to permit the duty-free importation of motorized
boats is set to reshape the nation’s tourism scene, with far-reaching
implications for Africa’s travel sector. This bold initiative was
highlighted recently by the Ministry of
Tourism, positioning Ethiopia’s lak… read more
The
Botswana Ministry of Environment and
Tourism, through its Department of Meteorological
Services, has unveiled the much-anticipated seasonal
rainfall and temperature outlook for October 2025 to March
2026. This forecast is set to shape the strategies of
safari operators, hospitality providers, and… read more
Inclusion, sustainability, and solidarity
as the pillars for the future of globa… read more
RwandAir is ramping up its focus
on Nigeria as a cornerstone market in West Africa, leveraging the
nation’s dynamic travel appetite and Rwanda’s forward-thinking visa-free
policy to attract a new wave of visitors. As the airline’s presence at
the 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market in Lagos made clear, Nigeria’s
connectivity to Kigali h… read more
In a rapidly evolving digital
economy, Nigeria stands out as a pivotal market for Visa’s ambitions
across Africa. Tareq Muhmood, Visa’s Regional President for Central and
Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA), highlights Nigeria’s
unique position as a powerhouse in digital payments, driven by its
large, youthful population an… read more
The
21st Akwaaba African Travel Market
With heavyweight backing from
the Lagos State Government, Air Peace,
Gambia, Wakanow, and Interswitch, Akwaaba’s mission—rooted in the mantra
“Africa travel Africa”—continues to gain traction. Since its inception
in 2004, the event has steadily grown into a … read more
South Africa has taken a
bold step to position itself as a premier destination for tourism
investment with the opening of its inaugural Tourism
Investment Summit at Investec in Cape Town. This landmark
event, convened by the Department of Tourism in partnership with
UN Tourism, the World Travel… read more
Johannesburg and Durban Secure Africa’s Top Tourism Trade Shows Through 2030
Nigeria Champions Domestic Tourism as Catalyst for Africa’s Travel Renaissance
UAE’s 2026 Visa Ban on Ugandans Raises Alarms Over Labor, Business, and Tourism Impact
Ethiopia Opens Waterways to Boost Tourism with Duty-Free Boat Imports
Botswana’s 2025/26 Rainfall Outlook Promises Lush Safari Season and Vibrant Wildlife Encounters
South Africa’s G20 Presidency Champions Inclusive, Sustainable Tourism with Digital Innovation
RwandAir’s Daily Lagos-Kigali Flights and Visa-Free Entry Ignite Nigerian Tourism to Rwanda
Nigeria at the Heart of Visa’s Vision to Revolutionize Africa’s Digital Payment Landscape
South Africa Launches Tourism Investment Summit to Drive Growth, Jobs, and Regional Transformation
