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The
Africa Visa Openness Report 2024, recently presented by the African
Development Bank (AfDB) and the African Union Commission (AUC), sheds
light on notable advancements in facilitating the movement of people
throughout the continent. Despite these improvements, the report
underscores that existing visa policies continue to hinder Af… read more
The
South African Weather Service (SAWS) has officially published its
Seasonal Climate Watch, detailing expectations for the period from
December 2024 through April 2025. According to the latest seasonal
outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently observed
to be in a neutral state. Furthermore, forecasts sugges… read more
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that tourists from Nigeria can now apply for visas without the need to submit their passports.
Speaking at the opening of the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Cape Town
on Tuesday, Ra… read more
The inaugural Essence of Africa meetings-driven tourism event is set to take place from December 2 to 4 in Nairobi, Kenya.
This significant gathering serves as a vital platform for tourism
professionals and industry leaders to engage in innovative content
sessions focused on the future of … read more
A
recent study involving over 2,000 South African travelers indicates
that more than 60% plan to take additional holidays in 2025. The
research highlights emerging travel trends, including the rise of
"bravecations" and heritage holidays, as well as a growing emphasis on
value and sustainability in travel planning.
According
to M… read more
Arik Air is partnering with the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Delta State Chapter as the official airline sponsor for its forthcoming 2024 award night.
A statement by Mr. Adebanji Ola, the Spokesman of Arik Air, said that the event is scheduled to hold on Saturday, November 30, 2024 in Asaba, Delta state.
As part of it… read more
Efforts to bolster Kenya as the best tourist destination has been boosted despite the upheavals facing the tourism sector including global economic crises and heavy taxation.
Twiga Tours, one of Kenya's leading tour operators, has secured the prestigious World's Leading Tour Operator Award for 2024, cemen… read more
Registration for one of Africa’s flagship travel events, World Travel Market Africa, is now open.
Taking place in Cape Town from 9-11 April 2025, WTM Africa brings
together leaders in leisure tourism, luxury travel, LGBTQ+ travel,
MICE/business travel, sport tourism, Tourism Investment, Responsible
Tourism as well as travel technol… read more
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF), Africa’s premier
conference for tourism and hospitality investment, is gearing up for its
2025 edition in Cape Town. Taking place from 17 to 19 June
at The Westin Cape Town, AHIF 2025 will introduce an innovative,
dynamic format aimed at fostering new partnerships and facil… read more
Recent news that Nigeria will introduce $170 surcharge fees for
biometric capture during the Visa process will no doubt frustrate
proponents of the “visa-free Africa” concept. The African Union’s
longstanding goal may seem out of reach with Africa’s sheer size and
pressing security needs, due to wars and terrorism, posing significant
… read more
Africa Visa Openness Report 2024: Progress and Challenges in Regional Mobility
Seasonal Climate Outlook for South Africa: December 2024 to April 2025
President Ramaphosa Announces Visa Simplification for Nigerian Tourists
South African Travelers Set to Embrace More Holidays in 2025
Arik Air Partners Actors Guild For 2024 Award Night
Kenya's Tourism Star Shines Globally As Twiga Tours Wins Prestigious Award
Registration Opens for World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2025
