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African travel agents can look forward to increased bookings from German holidaymakers in 2025 as a new TUI-commissioned YouGov study reveals that getting away from home helps them feel an average of 4.2 years younger.
These illuminating findings underscore the appeal of well-curated
travel … read more
African travel professionals will want to mark February 5 in their calendars, as the Northern Africa
Regional Workshop on Transforming the Railway Sector in Africa promises
to energize conversations on infrastructure development and streamline
transportation options. Taking place virtually at 09:00… read more
A Turkish Airlines flight bound for Istanbul made an unexpected return to Entebbe International Airport on Sunday morning, entering an emergency holding pattern and circling for three hours before safely touching down. The A333
aircraft, carrying 259 passenger… read more
The South African Border Management Authority (BMA) and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have announced a temporary suspension of operations at the Oshoek Border Post, a key crossing route between South Africa and eSwatini.
This follows a serious road … read more
African travel specialists can look forward to smoother entry at five of the City of Cape Town’s Nature Reserves beginning 01 February 2025, as they transition to an entirely cashless payment system. This modern upgrade allows visitors to use all major digital cards… read more
African tour operators can look forward to more seamless cross-border expeditions as Kenya
embarks on a new directive allowing citizens from nearly all African
countries to visit without obtaining prior authorisation. This change
effectively removes the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) process for tra… read more
The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) is kicking off the New Year on a high note, having recently secured contracts to handle operations for Afrijet and Air Sierra Leone,
two prominent regional airlines. Under these agreements, NAHCO is set
to deliver its trademark ground-handling e… read more
African travel professionals will find that Egypt
continues to captivate explorers in 2025, thanks to its impressive
fusion of ancient heritage, mesmerizing landscapes, and wallet-friendly
options. Media channels across the continent have sung the praises of
this North African gem, placing it high on lists of preferred h… read more
Durban’s tourism revival has caught the attention of African travel agents, with the city recording hotel occupancy rates between 80% and 100% over the 2024/25 festive season. In a spirited comeback, the local cruise sector
also outshone last year’s numbers, suggesting that Durban’s sun-kissed
beaches and bu… read more
The resurgence of South African Airways (SAA)
is taking off again, with the airline hitting a significant milestone
by growing its fleet to 20 aircraft. This leap marks a strong rebound
from just three years ago, when the carrier emerged from business rescue
operating only six planes. Today, SAA’s expanded network sets t… read more
TUI Study Finds Vacations Make Germans Feel Years Younger: 2025 Travel Demand Climbs
Northern Africa Rail Workshop Shapes Future: AfDB & Partners Push Better Connectivity
Turkish Airlines Diverts at Entebbe: Technical Glitch Forces Three-Hour Fuel Burn
Oshoek Border Post Suspends Operations: Safety Measures and Alternate Entry Points
Cape Town Reserves Go Cashless: A Secure and Convenient Payment Upgrade
Kenya Eases Entry Rules for Africans, Aims for Greater Regional Travel Flow
NAHCO Seals New Handling Deals with Afrijet & Air Sierra Leone, Boosts Regional Coverage
Egypt Shines in 2025: A Treasure-Trove of History, Beaches & Budget-Friendly Delights
Durban’s Festive Cruise Boom Lifts Occupancies & Infrastructure Renewals
SAA Soars with 20 Aircraft: More African Routes & Greater Seat Capacity
