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Eastern Cape: Wildfire in Addo Elephant National Park
South African National Parks (SANParks) has informed the public that a wildfire broke out in Addo Elephant National Park on Sunday evening (07 July 2024) when the National Park in … read more
AirAsia X will operate to Nairobi
AirAsia X (AAX) has revealed an exciting new route to Africa, connecting Singaporean travelers to Nairobi, Kenya, via Kuala Lumpur. The inaugural flight is scheduled for 15 November 2024, positioning AAX as the only low-cost carrier in Malaysia to offer direct flights to Nairobi. This strategic expansion follows a robust start to the year… read more
Madagascar: Comprehensive strategies to attract one million tourists by 2028
Madagascar welcomed hundreds of international buyers and local exhibitors to this year’s Madagascar International Tourism Fair (ITM), held from 20th to 23rd June. The event, which took place at the International Pavilion of the Centre de Conférence Internationale (CCI), was held in tandem with the Madagascar Internati… read more
UNESCO designates 11 new biosphere reserves… Gambia’s Niumi Biosphere named
UNESCO has approved the designation of 11 new biosphere reserves in 11 countries, including Belgium and Gambia for the first time and two transboundary biosphere reserves. The other new biosphere reserves are located in Colombia, Dominican Republic, Italy, Mongolia, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the Philippines, Re… read more
Protea Hotels by Marriott adds 84-key property in Luanda
Protea Hotels by Marriott makes its debut in Angola with the opening of Protea by Marriott Luanda. Situated between the city centre of Luanda and Talatona, the new hotel offers proximity to a wide range of business, sports and private event destinations, as well as leisure retreats near the sea.
The hotel interior cre… read more
Durban: Three beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality
The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has … read more
Business aviation’s role in promoting intra-African trade
Intra-African trade is receiving more attention than ever, as trade between African countries can boost development, promote regional integration, and bolster the continent’s position in the global market.
The current economic dynamics indicate that African countries struggle to fully benefit from increased continental trade,… read more
Eleven new properties join Relais & Châteaux
Just as our hotels and restaurants each celebrate their own uniqueness and distinct local connections, we appreciate our guests also want to pursue one-of-a-kind, unforgettable experiences. We invite you to discover the regions, gastronomy and art de vivre of these new members’ establishments in Africa (Botswana), the United State… read more
Ghana's railway developments
AL-AMIN IS-HAK AL-HASSAN, Director for Policy and Planning at the Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA), gave an insightful update on the current and forthcoming projects within Ghana’s railway sector. He emphasized the ongoing developments and strategic plans that aim to rejuvenate and expand the rail network across the count… read more
Air Peace’s economy class seats to London fully booked till August
The economy class ticket seats of Air Peace flight to London from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos are fully booked for the next 60 days, Mrs. Toyin Olajide, the airline’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) has said.
This is as Nigerian travellers on the Lagos-London route, including a travel agent company,… read more
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