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South Africa has signalled a bold shift toward
continent‑leading digital tourism services with the unveiling of a new
Smart Tourism Visitor Information Centre at
OR Tambo International Airport. Introduced
by Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille, the centre represents a landmark
step in the country… read more
Nigeria’s
leading airline, Air Peace, has made a
landmark contribution to the KNOSK (Knowledge, Skill and Kreativity)
100NairaADay Secondary School in Kuje, Abuja, becoming the first major
Nigerian corporate body to provide significant support. The donation
includes essential laptops and one-year scholarships for 20 st… read more
The
National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism
(NIHOTOUR) has signed a landmark Memorandum of
Understanding with the National Bureau of Statistics
(NBS), marking a pivotal moment for Nigeria's
hospitality, travel, and tourism sector. This partnership is designed to
address the persistent challeng… read more
South Africa’s business events
industry is entering a dynamic new era with the appointment of
Ms Corne Koch as the new
Chief Convention Bureau Officer at the helm
of the South African National Convention Bureau
(SANCB), effective 1 December 2025. This announcement
comes as the countr… read more
The United Kingdom’s Home
Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has issued a
stark warning that could reshape travel and business ties between the UK
and several southern African nations. In a move that has sent ripples
through the African travel and business community, Mahmood announced in
the House of Commons that the UK is pr… read more
Barcelona
welcomed the return of IBTM World 2025
with a ceremonial ribbon cutting by Exhibition Director
Claudia Hall and key event partners,
reaffirming the city’s pivotal role in the evolution of the global
events industry. The gathering, which has become a cornerstone for the
meetings, incentives,… read more
The
global chauffeur service Blacklane has
made a significant stride in its African expansion, officially launching
operations in both Tunis and
Nairobi. This move brings the company’s
world-class premium mobility solutions to two of the continent’s most
vibrant urban centers, reflec… read more
The vibrant city of
Jos in Plateau State recently played host
to a spectacular celebration of African culture, creativity, and tourism
opportunity, as it welcomed delegates and guests for the
Miss and Mister Tourism Africa International 2025 World
Finals. With contestants representing 23 African nation… read more
Zambia’s
ambition to transform its rail transport landscape took a decisive leap
forward this week as the European Union
(EU) unveiled a substantial €50 million
grant to Zambia Railways Limited
(ZRL). This pivotal investment aims to rehabilitate
critical rail infrastructure and upgra… read more
The
global travel industry converged in grand style at WTM
London 2025, closing on an unprecedented high with an
8% year-on-year increase in pre-qualified
buyers and a surge in business-generating meetings. Held
at Excel London from 4–6 November, this edition marked the largest event
in WTM’s history… read more
Smart visitor hub at OR Tambo ushers in new era for South Africa’s digital tourism
Air Peace Becomes First Major Nigerian Corporate Supporter of NairaADay Secondary School in Abuja
Nigeria Launches Data Partnership to Transform Tourism Intelligence and Planning
South Africa Unveils New Convention Bureau Leadership as Business Events Sector Gains Momentum
UK Threatens Sweeping Visa Sanctions on Namibia, Angola, DRC: What This Means for African Mobililty
IBTM World 2025 Opens in Barcelona, Spotlighting AI, Empathy, and Global Event Innovation
EU Injects €50 Million into Zambia Railways, Boosting Modernisation and Regional Trade
WTM London 2025 Breaks Records with Surge in Buyers, Meetings, and African Insights
