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Two beaches are currently closed at Durban for swimming due to water quality
The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has released upd… read more
Richtersveld Transfrontier Park: Upgrading and maintenance is currently taking place
South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that much needed upgrading and maintenance is currently taking place at the the chalets at the Sendelingsdrift Rest Camp and … read more
Acting CEO of Namibia Tourism Board applauds AviaDev conference outcomes
The recent AVIADEV conference, hosted in Namibia, has been a remarkable success, leaving a lasting impression on all attendees. The event, spanning three days, saw a significant increase in attendance, with numerous decision-makers present. Bonnie Mbidzo, the Acting CEO of the Namibia Tourism Board, reflected on the conference, stating, “… read more
Zimparks puts down rogue elephants
The Zimbabwe National Parks and Wildlife management authority (Zimparks) has shot and killed two rogue elephants that were terrorising residents in Beitbridge East and some sections of Beitbridge town. Zimparks spokesperson Mr Tinashe Farawo said the two jumbos were killed near the town council's peri-urban farm after being hunted … read more
Railway projects aligned with corridor development
The Walvis Bay Corridor Group, a key player in Namibia's corridor development, is actively involved in the proposed Trans-Zambezi and Trans-Kalahari railway projects. CEO Mbahupu Tjivikua announced the group's participation in technical committees to ensure these projects align with strategic initiatives.
The Trans-Kalahari Railway, a join… read more
Oceania Cruises floats out new ship Allura at Fincantieri shipyard in Italy
Oceania Cruises‘ new ship, the second vessel in the new Allura-class and a sister ship to Vista, has been floated out at the Fincantieri shipyard in Sestri Ponente, Italy.
The 1,200-guest Allura was floated from her construction drydock and moved to the fitting-out berth to begin the creation of her interiors.
The float… read more
African airlines expected to turn a profit in 2024
he International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on African governments to capitalize on the robust aviation sector to drive economic and social development across the continent.
IATA recently announced that African airlines are expected to earn a collective net profit in 2024, marking the second consecutive year of profitabili… read more
Air Botswana expands its regional route network in Southern Africa
Botswana's state-owned national flag carrier, Air Botswana, is set to grow its current route network. The airline, which purchased three new Embraer jets in June 2024, is planning to… read more
Nettleton footpath at Lions Head temporarily closed
South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the Nettleton footpath at Lions Head in the Table Mountain National Park in … read more
Experience Africa 2024 opens its doors to record-breaking attendance
Experience Africa, the premier trade event for the African travel industry, kicked off in London today with unprecedented attendance and en… read more
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