Travel news overview

• Opinion
• 08/07/2023 06:28

Can Malawi edge into safari's Big Five?

Receptive tour operator Mike Varndell of Crafted Africa reaches into the past to talk about Malawi’s future. And in summarizing its appeal, he also hints at its challenges. “It’s like going back in time to 50 years ago,” he said.

But it may not take Malawi 50 years to catch up. The country is one year into a 20-… read more

• Destinations
• 07/07/2023 23:11

South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (July - November 2023)

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period July 2023 to November 2023. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currentl… read more

• Flights
• 07/07/2023 21:19

Mohahlaula Airlines files a complaint against the State of Lesotho for "fraudulent" licenses

Mohahlaula Airlines obtained its AOC in February 2020. Based in Maseru, the young private carrier says it has been wronged by the actions of the Ministry of Transport, which are undermining local investors in the civil aviation sector.

• Rail
• 06/07/2023 08:13

Afreximbank and Ghana Railway Company to develop Western Railway corridor

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and Ghana Railway Company, the national railway operator of Ghana, have signed a Project Preparation Facility Head of Terms agreement and Pre-Mandate Letter to finance the development and implementation of an integrated 299km standard gauge railway network that connects Ghana’s western corridor… read more

• Attractions
• 06/07/2023 08:09

One-day protest action scheduled to take place in Marakele National Park

South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that it has received a notification for a planned protest scheduled to take place in Marakele National Park on 06 July 2023. According to SANParks the o… read more

• Flights
• 06/07/2023 08:07

Emirates takes off to Montréal, its second Canadian destination after Toronto

Emirates has taken off to Montréal, marking the airline’s first passenger flight to Québec’s culture capital, its second gateway in Canada. Emirates flight EK243 departed with over 340 passengers, including a VIP delegation and media onboard at 03:00 today.

The new daily service to Montréal complements Emirates’ seven weekly … read more

• Flights
• 06/07/2023 08:05

Brussels Airlines welcomes passengers travelling to Africa in fully renewed Sunrise Lounge

As of Friday, July 7th, Brussels Airlines’ long–haul business class passengers travelling to Sub–Saharan Africa can enjoy a fully renovated Sunrise Lounge in the T–zone of Brussels Airport. With, among others, more seating, more sleeping comfort and a larger variety of quality food and drinks, the Belgian home carrier answers to th… read more

• Flights
• 06/07/2023 08:05

Domestic airlines record 10,128 delays, 284 cancellations in released NCAA stats

Data emanating from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and currently in public domain shows that with the 3,074 International flights and 18,288 domestic flights operating within Nigeria, delays and cancellations tops with domestic airlines having 10,128 delays and 284 cancellations.

This is just as internationa… read more

• Destinations
• 06/07/2023 08:05

Kenyans urged to Embrace Local Tourism to Boost Revenue

The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is urging Kenyans to embrace domestic travel, explore new experiences, and contribute to the growth of the local tourism industry. The call comes as the "You Deserve A Holiday" campaign has so far sold 108,963 bed nights, generating Sh1.1 billion since it was launched a year ago.

Speaking during the dom… read more

• Flights
• 06/07/2023 08:04

Jambojet to introduce two second-hand Dash 8-400s to meet demand

Jambojet, the low-cost subsidiary of Kenya Airways, has already exceeded its pre-health crisis traffic volumes. 2023 should be an even more interesting year.

To meet this projected growth in traffic, the operator, which operates a homogeneous Dash8-400 fleet, needs to boost its capacity.