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Facebook changes company name to ‘Meta’
Following the unprecedented scrutiny and widespread backlash over its business practices, the social media giant, Facebook on Thursday announced it has changed its company name to ‘Meta’.
Facebook who disclosed this in a statement issued on its official social media pages during its annual developer conference said the new name woul… read more
From search engines to the user: How SEO has evolved
Yes, SEO has technical elements to it, but all of them work together with content to give users what they want. That's why any good SEO strategist will tell you that your focus should be on your user. What is it that they want on your website, how are they interacting with your website, how lo… read more
Hotelbeds enters preferred partnership with YaVas
Hotelbeds the world’s leading bedbank, has today announced a preferred deal with YaVas, an OTA created by Volaris – the ultra-low-cost Mexican airline – that gives travellers the chance to find everything they need in one place and enjoy an unparalleled travel experience.
YaVas is a one-stop-shop booking engine that offers tr… read more
New data report: Leisure travel is making a big comeback
Conductor, an enterprise SEO and organic marketing technology company, just released its most recent report detailing what consumers are searching for when it comes to travel and hospitality.
According to the report, one thing is clear - Leisure travel is making a big comeback, nearing pre-pandemic levels, with some areas like Miami and Vi… read more
The sooner the better: implementing cybersecurity and data protection law across Africa
In South Africa, the Cybercrimes and Cybersecurity Act (Act), was signed into law by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in early June 2021, bringing the country’s cybersecurity legislation in line with global standards. The Act compels electronic communications s… read more
Eurail unveils new distribution platform providing travel partners with convenient rail ticketing op
Eurail, the train Pass that allows rail travel throughout 33 European countries with a single Pass, has unveiled a new distribution platform providing OTAs and travel companies with the ability to more easily sell Eurail Passes.
With a hassle-free API connection, distributors can seamlessly integrate, sell and i… read more
Ethiopian Airlines Renews USD 110m Deal
Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), the leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, and Ethiopian Airlines, Ethiopia’s flag carrier and the largest airline in Africa, have renewed their long-term strategic partnership for another seven year with minimum commitment of USD 110 million.
Under t… read more
Access to new payment platforms for SMEs in Africa
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) play a central role in developing economies across Africa, driving growth, creating jobs and pushing innovation.
Micro, small and medium companies represent more than 90% of businesses on the continent and provide 60% of all jobs.
In Rwanda, for example, SMEs account for an enormous 98% of business… read more
Google to invest $1bn in digital transformation in Africa
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet, shared the planned $1bn investment and will include:
Sabre and Emirates reach distribution agreement
Sabre subscribers once again have access to Emirates content.
The two companies announced a new distribution agreement, ending an impasse that had resulted in Emirates tickets and ancillary products not being available in Sabre's GDS since July 1. The agreement is in effect.
Along with distributing content on Sabre through leg… read more
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