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On cargo operations, there is currently a shortage of cargo capacity in Africa due to the need for carriage of medical equipment and essential goods. In the wake of this lack of capacity and rising prices, AFRAA is assisting its members to adapt in a bid to keep supply chains operational.
The evolution of the number of COVID-19 case… read more
Rwanda’s borders remain closed to passenger flights in order to curb the spread of the coronavirus. The country’s flag carrier, Rwandair, will therefore extend the temporary suspension of passenger flights until the restrictions are lifted. The airline announced that customers holding tickets for flights with Rwandair have the option to rebook w… read more
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has expressed confidence that the aviation industry and the country's airports will adhere to COVID-19 regulations and directives, as the sector reopens.
The Minister made the declaration on Wednesday at the O.R Tambo International Airport, where he was inspecting the airport's adherence to lockdown regula… read more
Cabo Verde is the latest destination to open to international travellers in July.
The West African country, famed for its rugged beaches and volcanoes, will welcome tourists to their country to pick up the pieces following Covid-19. According to voyagesafriq.com, the country depends heavily on tourism as a catalyst for economic grow… read more
Emirates in the last few days filed planned changes for Dubai – Johannesburg route, as the airline plans gradual service resumption as early as July 2020. Operational changes for Johannesburg, as of 1010GMT 03JUN20 as follows.
01JUL20 – 14JUL201 daily A380 (EK763/764)
15JUL20 – 31JUL20… read more
TOURISM industry has been going through a difficult time in the wake of Covid-19 lockdown rules and restrictions. However, Tanzania's recent decision to open up her skies and tourist destinations has offered some light at the end of the tunnel. The tourism season kicked off with the first passenger flight, packed with tourists arriving in the co… read more
The luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises has confirmed that its new expedition cruise ship Crystal Endeavour will be delayed until 2021 due to work stoppages at the MV Werften shipyard.
MV Werften, along with all the major shipyards across Europe where the world’s cruise ships are built, was forced to delay some projects due to social distan… read more
The authorities at the United Arab Emirates’ business hub, Dubai, began easing COVID-19 restrictions in late May, and some retail and wholesale businesses re-opened recently, subject to social distancing, along with cinemas and gyms.
Today, Dubai officials announced that the emirate will allow the full re-opening of shopping … read more
The Rhodes Stables, a National Monument and one of the oldest buildings in Zimbabwe, has been burned down by a fire on 31 May 2020. According to the Bulawayo City Council fire brigade, the building was found severely damaged with the wooden mezzanine floor consumed by fire and rafters collapsed, but roofing sheets still intact. The police are ye… read more
Mauritius is actively preparing to welcome back tourists and travellers in the near future. Everything is being done to ensure that this takes place under the strict protocols of health, safety and sanitary conditions, notably due to the current global COVID-19 pandemic.
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the leading autho… read more
AFRAA releases COVID-19 impact assessment on African Airlines
Rwandair extends the temporary suspension of passenger flights
South African Airports Are COVID-19 Ready
Cabo Verde to welcome international tourists in July
Emirates July to October Johannesburg operation will change
Tanzania: Let's Put More Emphasis On Domestic Tourism
Crystal Cruises’ new luxury expedition ship Crystal Endeavour delayed until 2021
Dubai malls will open as of tomorrow
Matobo National Park: One of Zimbabwe’s oldest buildings has been destroyed
WTTC Recognises Mauritius as a Safe Destination
