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South African Airways (SAA) has officially relaunched its daily flight service to
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, marking a significant boost to connectivity
within the African travel trade. Effective 20 January 2025, this exciting
development opens up fresh opportunities for Africa’s travel agents, offering
seamle… read more
The global travel and tourism sector experienced a total of 715 deals in 2024, encompassing mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and venture financing activities. This figure marks a 4.3% decline compared to the 747 deals reported in the previous year, as highlighted by … read more
The Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) is set to receive six new train sets, significantly boosting the capacity of its Blue and Red Lines.
This enhancement aims to provide greater value to commuters and improve
the economic viability of the state. The train sets, which have
successfully passed the factory acc… read more
President John Mahama has officially appointed Dzifa Abla Gomashie as the new minister-designate for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts. This decision reflects the government's commitment to enhancing Ghana's vibrant tourism and creative sectors.
Gomashie, a Member of Parliament for … read more
Namibia's railway operator, TransNamib Limited Holdings, is setting its sights on achieving financial stability by 2028 through the acquisition of new rolling stock. According to CEO Desmond Van Jaarsveld, the upgrade is expected to enhance the company's bulk cargo trans… read more
Cruising is rapidly becoming a preferred vacation choice for South Africans, particularly among families and couples, according to Sue Garrett, General Manager of Supply, Pricing, and Marketing at Flight Centre Travel Group South Africa. As the cruise industry gears up for the year ahead, 2025 i… read more
The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has provided a crucial update regarding the jet fuel supply at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, following the recent fire at the National Petroleum Refiners of South Africa (NATREF)
refinery on January 4, 2025. This… read more
As the excitement builds for IMEX Frankfurt this May, the IMEX Group has unveiled its dynamic theme for 2025: Impact 2.0 – Activating the Future.
This annual Talking Point serves as a guiding principle for the
upcoming year, shaping the content, research, and storytelling at the
IMEX show. It also provides… read more
Ethiopia’s Ketera ceremony, held at Jan Meda in Addis Ababa, captivated both locals and international visitors with its remarkable blend of religious devotion, cultural performances, and an electrifying festive atmosphere. This unique event, celebrated on the eve of Epiphany,
… read more
The
Nigerian aviation sector is soaring to unprecedented heights under the
leadership of Festus Keyamo, SAN, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace
Development. Appointed in 2023 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Keyamo
has emerged as a transformative force, spearheading key reforms and
initiatives that are reshaping the industry. His te… read more