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Windhoek's oldest building gets long needed facelift
The oldest surviving building in Windhoek will soon get a facelift. The Namibian Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has confirmed that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Namibia Craft Centre i… read more
Shifting dynamics in African Air Travel
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the entire world, and the aviation industry in Africa is no exception. Understanding how that change came about and how it will drive African aviation over the next few years is important for the industry to ensure that it doesn’t continue living in the past and recognises new opportunities and challenges.… read more
Cape Town: Several attractions & facilities in Table Mountain National Parks temporarily closed
South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that due to the current severe weather conditions experienced across the Western Cape, coupled with heavy rain and strong winds throughout the … read more
NCL passengers left in Africa highlight value of cruise line excursions
A group of eight cruise passengers were stranded in the African island nation of Sao Tome and Príncipe after their independant shore excursion arrived late at the port. The group of US and Australian passengers, which includes a pregnant woman and a paraplegic guest, booked a private shore excursion in Sao Tome when the ship docked on Mar… read more
Ethiopia-Sudan Railway advances: Feasibility study sets stage for next phase
The African Development Bank recently released its Implementation Progress and Results Report (IPR) for the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) Feasibility Study between Ethiopia and Sudan, dated 14 March 2024. The study, initiated during the COVID-19 pandemic, experienced some delays.
This feasibility study assessed the corridor pl… read more
Namibia’s First Hilton Garden Inn Opens in Windhoek
Hilton has announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Windhoek, marking the debut of the global hospitality company’s upscale and affordable Hilton Garden Inn brand in Namibia.
Conveniently located close to the central business district, the 174-guest room hotel sits within 500 metres of the Independence Museum… read more
Sani Pass: Lesotho introduced an "attracion fee and tourism levy" at Sani Pass Border Gate
The Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation (LTDC) has introduced a tourism levy at Sani Pass Gate in … read more
Namibia Tourism Board gears up for remarkable showcase at WTM Africa 2024
As the highly anticipated World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2024 approaches, the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) is primed to dazzle attendees with an immersive experience showcasing the unparalleled beauty and adventure that Namibia has to offer. Scheduled from April 10th to 12th, 2024, at the Cape Town International Convention … read more
Angola to pay special attention to Tourism sector
The Tourism minister, Márcio de Jesus Lopes Daniel, on Wednesday in Luanda informed that a diagnosis will be made on the sector, aimed at improving the knowledge about the constraints that prevent the maximisation of tourism in the country.
The newly appointed minister - who was speaking at the portfolios exchange ceremony, i… read more
Step Inside… WTM Africa’s 2024 Content Programme
With less than two weeks until kick-off, Africa Travel Week (ATW) has unveiled an exciting WTM Africa 2024 content programme centred on driving industry knowledge, connection, and business growth. Just over 73 live sessions will run from 10 – 12 April at the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC).
“2024 is a mil… read more
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