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Nigerian Travel Creator Alma Asinobi Aims to Break Guinness World Record
Alma Asinobi, a 26-year-old Nigerian travel content creator, is embarking on an ambitious journey to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to visit all seven continents. Scheduled to begin on 15 March 2025, her expedition aims to complete the journey in under 7… read more
Egypt Strengthens Ties with Global Operators at ITB Berlin 2025
Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, capitalized on the global tourism spotlight at ITB Berlin 2025, held from March 4 to 6, by holding a series of strategic meetings with top executives from leading German and international tour operators, travel… read more
Africa Showcase CEE Roadshow Unlocks New Opportunities in Central and Eastern Europe
The recently concluded Africa Showcase CEE Roadshow, held from February 24–28, 2025, reaffirmed the immense untapped potential of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) as a growing source market for African tourism. Spanning Prague, Bucharest, and Warsaw, the event provided African tourism … read more
Google Opens Applications for 2025 Hustle Academy to Empower African SMBs
Google has officially launched applications for the 2025 edition of its Hustle Academy program, a transformative initiative designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. Building on the success of previous years, the program will cont… read more
Africa Takes Center Stage at ITB Berlin 2025 with Record Representation
The much-anticipated return of the world’s leading travel trade show, ITB Berlin, is just hours away, running from 4–6 March 2025. This year’s event, under the theme "The Power of Transition Lives Here," promises to spotlight transformation in global tourism. With exhibitors from … read more
Floods Force Temporary Closure of Martin's Drift Border Post Between Botswana and South Africa
The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) has announced the temporary closure of the Martin’s Drift border post, known as Grobler’s Bridge or Groblersbrug on the South African side, due to severe flooding caused by recent heavy rains. This vital crossing point between Botswana and South Africa is cur… read more
WTM Africa 2025: Driving Sustainability with Responsible Tourism Conference and Awards
WTM Africa 2025 is set to host its highly anticipated Responsible Tourism Conference from 9-10 April at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). As part of Africa Travel Week (ATW), this two-day event will bring together tourism professionals, policymakers, and industry l… read more
Meetings Africa 2025: Shaping Africa’s Future in Global Trade, Tourism, and Innovation
The 19th edition of Meetings Africa began with a powerful dialogue on Africa's rising influence in the global economy. The event’s Business Opportunity Networking Day (BONDay), a leading platform for knowledge exchange, featured an inspiring keynote address by His Excellency Albertus Aochamub… read more
ITB Berlin Convention 2025: The Future of Travel
The ITB Berlin Convention 2025 is set to be a pivotal event for African travel agents, offering a unique platform to engage with the global tourism industry. As the world's leading travel trade show, this prestigious gathering will take place in the heart of Europe, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and d… read more
Ghana's Tourism Revolution
Ghana is at the forefront of a tourism revolution, blending cutting-edge technology with its rich cultural heritage to create unforgettable experiences for travelers. The recent launch of the Black Star Experience initiative exemplifies this innovative approach, offering travel agents a unique opportunity to showcase G… read more
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