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A groundbreaking partnership
between the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority
(NCAA) and Lufthansa
Airlines is set to reshape Nigeria’s aviation landscape,
opening up exciting new avenues for travel agents across Africa. This
collaborative effort, announced at a recent
e… read more
Mark your calendars! The KARIBU-KILIFAIR (KKF)
2025, East Africa’s premier tourism trade
show, is set to take place in Arusha, Tanzania, from June
6th to 8th. This isn't just another event; it's a dynamic
marketplace where deals are made, connections are
forged, and the future of Afric… read more
ValueJet is making waves in West Africa,
launching a new direct route between Lagos, Nigeria, and
Banjul, The Gambia, starting May 15, 2025. This strategic move
not only expands ValueJet’s footprint but also presents exciting
new opportunities for African travel agents. The
route, previously served by Air Peace, st… read more
Zimbabwe is strengthening its aviation
sector through renewed agreements with China Jiangsu
International, focusing on airport
maintenance and skills development. This
partnership builds upon previous successful collaborations, notably the
modernization of Victoria Falls and Robert
Gabriel Mugabe… read more
A groundbreaking air services
agreement between Nigeria
and Trinidad and Tobago has been signed,
paving the way for direct flights between
Africa and the
Caribbean. This landmark deal, finalized on
April 14, 2025, unlocks exciting new opportunities f… read more
Zambia’s copper industry is
soaring, driving significant economic growth and creating exciting
opportunities for the nation’s aviation
sector. With copper
production surging by 12%
last year, fueled by substantial investments and sector expansion, the
demand for eff… read more
Nigeria’s significant annual loss of \$2 billion to medical
tourism has ignited a national drive to revitalize the country’s
healthcare sector. This financial outflow, attributed to a lack of
confidence in local healthcare services, has prompted a call for “health
sovereignty” – the ability to provide high-quality care within the
natio… read more
The African tourism sector is experiencing a surge of
innovation, with sustainability at its core. The 2025 Responsible
Tourism Awards at World Travel Market (WTM) Africa recently celebrated
20 businesses spearheading this movement, offering valuable insights for
travel agents seeking to capitalize on responsible travel
trends.
… read more
Travel agents across Africa should be aware of a significant
policy change at Namibia’s iconic Etosha National
Park. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism
has enacted a complete ban on all drones
within the park, effective immediately. This new regulation requires all
visitors to l… read more
Heavy rains and subsequent flooding have
forced the temporary closure of the Bray Border
Post between Botswana and South
Africa, impacting travel routes in the region. This
disruption presents immediate challenges for African
travel agents, requiring adjustments to itineraries … read more