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Road
maintenance along a major route to Bram Fischer
International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontein is causing
significant traffic disruptions. Travel agents are
advised to inform clients and adjust travel plans accordingly to avoid
potential flight delays.
Airports Company
South Africa (ACSA) has issue… read more
Embraer
has emerged as the aircraft manufacturer of choice for
Nigeria’s burgeoning airline sector,
capturing a significant share of the market among new entrants. This
trend underscores the growing demand for regional air
travel within Africa and presents valuable insights for
travel profess… read more
New
visa restrictions imposed by the UAE on Nigerian
travelers have sent ripples of concern through the
African travel industry. These changes, which include a
ban on transit visas and tighter regulations for tourist
visas, present significant challenges for travel agents
specializing in UAE-bound tr… read more
The
UN Tourism’s Safe Destinations Challenge
is creating a ripple effect, impacting not only European destinations
but also offering valuable insights for African travel professionals.
This initiative, launched in early 2025, aims to bolster
crisis preparedness in the European travel
sector, a region… read more
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African Tourism has announced the 2026 dates for its flagship
trade shows, Meetings Africa and Africa’s
Travel Indaba, signaling a renewed focus on boosting the
continent's tourism sector. These events, vital for connecting African
tourism businesses with global markets, are strategically positioned to
dri… read more
The
KwaZulu-Natal coastline is currently experiencing one of nature’s
grandest spectacles: the annual Sardine
Run. This extraordinary marine migration brings billions
of sardines northwards along the coast, creating a vibrant ecosystem
teeming with marine life. While this phenomenon offers incredible
wildlif… read more
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Africa's Northern Cape is poised for a
tourism surge, thanks to initiatives aligned with the G20
tourism priorities. This presents exciting new prospects
for African travel agents seeking to expand their offerings and tap
into a region rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Deput… read more
The
South African Weather Service (SAWS) has
released its seasonal climate outlook for July to November
2025, providing valuable insights for African travel
agents planning itineraries for the upcoming months. The forecast
indicates a mix of weather conditions across different regions,
presenting bot… read more
At
the U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Luanda, Zambia’s Minister of
Transport and Logistics, Museba Frank Tayali, championed a vision of
enhanced connectivity across Africa. His message resonated strongly
with travel professionals eager to tap into the continent’s burgeoning
travel and trade potential. At the heart of this vision lies… read more
African
travel professionals, mark your calendars! Luanda, Angola, is set to
host the 2nd UN Tourism and International Civil Aviation
Organization (ICAO) Ministerial Conference on Tourism and Air Transport
in Africa from 22–24 July 2025. This high-profile event
offers a uniqu… read more