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Aéreas de Angola has taken a significant step towards enhancing payment
flexibility for its customers by testing a Buy Now, Pay
Later (BNPL) model for airline ticket purchases. This
innovative payment method is being introduced through a strategic
partnership with Standard Bank Angola,
ai… read more
The global travel and tourism
sector experienced a notable slowdown in deal activity
during 2025, with the total number of transactions—including
mergers and acquisitions (M& A), private equity, and
venture financing—declining by 5% compared to 2024. This
subdued performance, highlighted by GlobalD… read more
Madagascar has introduced a promising new
passenger train service in its capital,
Antananarivo, aiming to offer residents a
fast, comfortable, and reliable alternative
for daily commuting while addressing the city’s growing traffic
congestion. The 16-kilometre Train Urbain… read more
The
Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA)
has officially confirmed that all attraction sites under its management
are now fully open to visitors following a thorough post-rainfall
assessment. This announcement comes after recent heavy rains impacted
the province’s tourism sector, prompting precautionary closures a… read more
As weather conditions
stabilize across parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, including key sections
of the iconic Kruger National Park, South
African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the reopening of the
Crocodile Bridge Gate to day visitors
starting Thursday, 22 January 2026. This development signal… read more
In a defining moment for Liberia’s economic diversification,
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has
officially inaugurated Ms. Princess Eva
Cooper as the first Director General of the newly
established Liberia National Tourism Authority
(LNTA). The commissioning, held at the Executive … read more
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s most
prominent carrier, has taken a decisive step in bolstering its long-haul
fleet by placing a firm order for nine additional Boeing
787-9 Dreamliners. Deliveries of these advanced wide-body
aircraft are scheduled for the early 2030s, underscoring the airline’s
forward-lo… read more
Ethiopia continues to captivate international visitors with its
rich tapestry of cultural heritage,
stunning landscapes, and renowned warm
hospitality, drawing increasing numbers of travelers from
Europe and beyond. Recent testimonials from French and German tourists
highlight the country’s growing app… read more
The Central African Republic (CAR)
is poised to experience a significant reduction in international air
access following Air France’s decision to
discontinue its direct Paris–Bangui service
from February 2026. This move will sever the country’s only nonstop air
connection to Europe, po… read more
Angola’s Ministry of Tourism is
making a strong statement on the international stage by participating as
Host Country at the 2026 CMT Fair in Stuttgart,
Germany—one of Europe’s largest and most influential
consumer travel exhibitions. The Angolan delegation, led by
Tourism Minister Márcio de Je… read more
TAAG Angola Airlines Launches Buy Now, Pay Later Option in Partnership with Standard Bank
Travel and Tourism Deal Activity Slows in 2025, but Regional and M&A Resilience Offer Hope
Madagascar Launches Urban Train Service in Antananarivo to Ease Capital’s Congestion
Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency Declares Full Reopening of All Attractions Post-Rainfall
Kruger National Park’s Crocodile Bridge Gate Reopens Amid Ongoing Flood Recovery Efforts
Liberia Launches National Tourism Authority, Paving Way for Sector-Led Economic Growth
Ethiopian Airlines Expands Long-Haul Capacity with Nine New Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
Ethiopia’s Heritage and Hospitality Win Hearts of French and German Tourists
Central African Republic Faces Major Connectivity Setback as Air France Ends Paris–Bangui Route
Angola Debuts “Visit Angola” Brand as Host Country at CMT Stuttgart, Targeting DACH Market Growth
