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Novotel Lubumbashi opens its doors
Novotel, one of the world's leading midscale brands by Accor, is pleased to announce the opening of it's second Novotel property in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Novotel Lubumbashi.
The hotel features 120 spacious rooms, including standard, executive, and suite options all equipped with modern amenities. D… read more
Wike prepares for Abuja light rail launch ahead of Tinubu’s first year anniversary
On Monday evening, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT),Barr. Nyesom Wike, conducted a final inspection of the Abuja light rail project facilities in preparation for President Bola Tinubu’s inauguration of commercial activities to mark his first year in office.
During an earlier inspection, Wike identified minor issues th… read more
New UAE visa rules set to hit African travellers & airlines
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced stringent measures to deter individuals from entering the Gulf nation as visitors and subsequently working without the necessary documents. The oil-rich nation has mandated airlines to verify specific details before allowing passengers to board, warning that carriers will be held accountable f… read more
Addo Elephant National Park: Temporary closure of Zuurberg hiking trails!
South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the two hiking trails in the Zuurberg section of Addo Elephant National Park, the Cycad Trail and the Doringnek Trai l, have been tempo… read more
Sacked staff engaged in $600,000 ticket tacketeering — Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines has accused its sacked seven Nigerian staff of engaging in various ticket racketeering to the tune of $600,000 in 2023, thereby causing it serious financial losses within the period.
The airline in a statement by its Media Relations Department, also purported that the leadership of the National Union of Air Transpor… read more
The concession Of Asaba International Airport: balancing politics and policy
I recall our my first meeting with the author, Prof Sylvester Monye, at his private residence in Abuja in 2014, where he graciously hosted the then Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan. During his brief address, Dr. Uduaghan eloquently extolled Monye’s invaluable contributions and the pivotal roles he played in advanc… read more
Nationals from these 31 countries will soon need a visa to enter Namibia
The Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has published a media release regarding the implementation of visa requirement for non-reciprocating countries.
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Cape Town: Flying Dutchman Funicular is again operational
Power has been restored and the Flying Dutchman Funicular is back up and running.
The Motsamayi Tourism Group, which manages the facilities at Cape Point in the Cape of Good Hope section of … read more
Google expands connectivity In Africa with Umoja
To help increase the reach and reliability of digital connectivity for Africa, Google has announced Umoja, the first ever fiber optic route to directly connect Africa with Australia.
Anchored in Kenya, the Umoja cable route will pass through Uganda, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Sou… read more
Tanzania steps up promotion as premier global Tourist destination
The government has unveiled investment opportunities in the tourism industry to the visiting global travel agents as it seeks to unleash the industry's full potential.
The bustling city of Arusha on Thursday played host to an influential gathering of global travel agents and local tour operators, setting the stage for … read more
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