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SAA increases flights between Johannesburg and Perth
South African flag carrier, South African Airways (SAA), is set to up the frequency of its nonstop service to Perth in … read more
Danger Ahead for Travel Agencies in Sub Sahara Africa
In the dynamic landscape of global travel, the shift towards digital platforms has transformed the way air tickets are sold in regions like Europe and the US. Traditional travel agencies have largely moved away from being the primary channel for air ticket sales, as customers increasingly turn to online platforms and direct airline bookings.… read more
KwaZulu-Natal: 80% drop in rhino poaching in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park
According to the World Wildlife Fund South Africa (WWF South Africa), the ongoing Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife mass dehorning of rhinos in the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park (HiP) in … read more
Africans who apply for Schengen visas face high rejection rates
Africans face a high rejection rate for visas to enter the Schengen group of countries. The group is made up of 29 European countries that have officially abolished border controls at their mutual borders. A Schengen visa is an entry permit for non-EU nationals which would allow them to make a short, temporary visit of up to 90 days in the Schen… read more
2024 World TourismDay: Ekiti Monarch inaugurates steering committee
In line with Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s tourism policy of driving tourism through community participation, the Apeju of Ilupeju Ekiti, Oba David Sunday Awe Akingbade, has inaugurated the 2024 World Tourism Day Celebration Steering Committee.
The committee, chaired by the Obanla of Ilupeju Ekiti has been tasked with r… read more
Vibrant celebrations as 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market opens in Lagos
The opening of the 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market 2024 on Sunday September 22nd, unfolded in an atmosphere of celebration and colour at the prestigious Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
With over 60 exhibitors from various African nations, the venue was filled to capacity, draped in vibrant decorations that p… read more
Business Travel can’t be decarbonized overnight.....
Business travel spending is roaring back post-pandemic and with it travel-related pollution, even as global leaders in business and politics seek out new ways to cut back on greenhouse gas emissions.
Executives charged with sustainability initiatives at American Express Global Business Travel, citizenM Hotels, and KLM Royal… read more
Ethiopia poised to lead IGAD's 10-year sustainable Tourism plan
Ethiopia is ready to take the lead in championing the implementation of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Sustainable Tourism Master Plan, a ten-year initiative aimed at promoting regional integration and sustainable tourism.
Speaking to the Ethiopian Press Agency (EPA), Tourism Minister Nasise Chali emphasized A… read more
SCL Santiago de Chile: New Turkish Airlines destimation
Turkish Airlines, the premier airline of Türkiye, is on the verge of further extending its global influence with the inauguration of a fresh flight route to Santiago, Chile. This novel initiative is a noteworthy augmentation to the airline's burgeoning worldwide network, signifying its tenth destination in the Americas. The purpose… read more
Metro Line will transform urban mobility in Côte d’Ivoire
The Abidjan Metro Line1 project, a pivotal infrastructure development initiative for the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, was initially conceptualized in 2010. The construction phase of this ambitious project commenced in 2023. The primary objective of this project is to offer a novel, rapid, and secure mode of transportation for over ha… read more
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