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East
African gastronomy tourism is more than just tasting exotic
dishes; it's about immersing oneself in the region's rich culture and
traditions. Sharing food is a fundamental aspect of East African
hospitality, creating connections between visitors and local
communities.
Travel agents can leverage this trend by
offerin… read more
Air
Peace, West Africa’s leading airline, recently hosted a
moving Night of Tribute in Lagos to honour
five Nigerian sports icons: Moses Effiong, Charles Bassey,
Christian Chukwu, Obisia Nwakpa, and Peter Rufai. The
event, held at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA)… read more
Nigeria's
passport has seen a notable boost in the latest
Henley Passport Index, rising to 88th
place globally. This positive shift reflects an ongoing upward
trend since 2021, when it held the 103rd spot. While this improvement
offers some optimism, African travel agents should be
aware of the persistent… read more
The
global business travel sector is poised for a significant upswing,
reaching a projected \$1.57 trillion in
spending in 2025. This positive trend, highlighted in the latest
Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Business Travel
Index (BTI) Outlook report, presents exciting
opportunities for Afr… read more
After a record attendance of 123 Travel agents and
DMCs at Spotlight Harare, the Spotlight TravelExpo series is heading to EAST
AFRICA in August and September.
On 28 August
2025, Spotlight TravelExpo Kampala promises to be another standout event in the
regional travel trade calendar. With 23 exhibitors already confirmed and an
a… read more
Entebbe
International Airport, Uganda's primary aviation gateway, has
registered its second-highest monthly passenger
count, welcoming 213,217 international
travelers in June 2025. This remarkable achievement,
confirmed by the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority
(CAA), underscores… read more
Guinea
is embarking on a significant overhaul of its airport
management system, promising exciting new opportunities for
the African travel trade. A presidential decree has
transformed the former SOGEAC, which managed only Conakry International
Airport, into the nationwide SOGEAG-SA. This new
public entit… read more
African
travel businesses are responding proactively to the changing dynamics
of the global travel market. With U.S. policies creating
new challenges, African travel professionals are adapting
their strategies and exploring new avenues for growth.
One
key response is the diversification of markets and
p… read more
Tanzania
and the United Kingdom are forging closer ties,
exploring new avenues for cooperation in trade, investment, and
tourism. This strengthened partnership presents exciting
prospects for African travel agents seeking to tap
into the growing UK travel market.
Ambassador
Said Shaib Mussa, … read more
The
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is
embarking on a transformative \$500 million
modernization of Kinshasa-N’djili International
Airport. This ambitious project, spearheaded by US firm
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) and
INFRAROSE, is set … read more
Gastronomy Tourism: A New Flavor for African Travel Packages
Air Peace Champions Sports Legends, Boosting Nigeria's Tourism Appeal
Nigeria’s Passport Strengthens, but Regional Disparities Remain
Business Travel Set to Soar: Africa’s Agents Poised for Growth
Spotlight TravelExpos head to Kampala and DAR
Entebbe Airport Soars: Record Passenger Numbers Signal Tourism Boom
Guinea Poised for Airport Infrastructure Boom: SOGEAG-SA to Spearhead Modernization
Tanzania-UK Collaboration: New Horizons for African Travel
DRC Airport Revamp: Kinshasa Hub Takes Off
