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The
beautiful shores of Victoria, Mahé, in the Seychelles, are gearing up
to host the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup
2025™ from May 1st to 11th. This landmark
event, the first of its kind on African soil, presents an unparalleled
opportunity for travel agents across the continent to score big with
specialized… read more
A
major reshaping of Nigeria’s aviation landscape is underway, presenting
exciting prospects for travel professionals across Africa. With 80% of
its airports currently operating at a loss, the Nigerian government is
embarking on an ambitious plan to concession four of its
most profitable airports: Lagos (MMA), Abuja (… read more
Air
Sénégal has addressed recent operational disruptions by
chartering an Airbus A340-300 from
Universal Sky Carrier (USC GmbH) to
maintain its crucial Dakar-Paris service.
This strategic move comes after one of the airline’s
A330neos was grounded on March 26,… read more
The
Tema-Mpakadan railway line in Ghana is
poised to revolutionize travel in the region, offering exciting new
opportunities for African travel agents. This 97.6 km
standard gauge line, recently inspected by the Ghana
Railway Development Authority (GRDA), connects the bustling
Port of Tema w… read more
Camrail,
a pivotal player in Cameroon’s railway
sector, has concluded its 2023-2024 Young
Talent Rail Program, marking a significant step in
cultivating the next generation of African railway
leaders. This intensive training initiative, culminating
in project presentations on… read more
MSC
Cruises is set to make waves in the South African cruise
market with the deployment of the MSC
Opera for the 2025/26
season. This strategic move presents a wealth of
opportunities for African travel agents, offering a diverse range of
itineraries and a compelling value propositio… read more
A
burgeoning tourism partnership between
Ghana and South Africa is creating exciting
new opportunities for African travel agents. This collaboration,
spearheaded by the Tour Operators’ Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) and South
Africa’s Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, promises to unlock
significant g… read more
Uganda
Airlines is set to take off for London
Gatwick on May 18, 2025, marking a
significant leap for East African aviation. This
exciting development has, however, been clouded by recent misinformation
circulating on social media, falsely claiming the UK
blocked the route due to human rig… read more
Camrail,
a key player in Central Africa's rail network, has announced
significant investments in its infrastructure and operations, promising a
boost for regional trade and travel.
These developments hold particular significance for African travel
agents, offering enhanced logistical solutions and imp… read more
Nigeria’s
aviation sector faced headwinds in 2024, with a slight
dip in overall passenger traffic and a significant number of baggage
handling issues. While these challenges present hurdles, they also
underscore opportunities for African travel agents to provide enhanced
services and support to their clients na… read more
Seychelles Beach Soccer World Cup: A Golden Goal for African Tourism
Nigeria’s Airport Revolution: A Golden Opportunity for African Travel Agents
Air Sénégal Navigates Fleet Challenges, Leases A340 for Dakar-Paris Route
Ghana’s New Railway
Camrail’s Training Initiative Fuels Next-Gen Railway Leaders in Africa
MSC Opera Charts a New Course for South African Cruise Tourism
Ghana-South Africa Tourism Partnership: A Golden Opportunity for African Travel Agents
Uganda Airlines London Launch: Soaring Above the Fake News
Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Navigates Turbulence: A Deep Dive for African Travel Agents
