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Zambia’s Cultural Riches Shine at Livingstone Festival
Travel agents across Africa, prepare to unlock exciting new opportunities at the Livingstone Culture and Arts Festival. This vibrant celebration of Zambian heritage, taking place from May 15th to 17th, 2025, at the historic Maramba Cultural Village, offers a unique b… read more
SADC Rail Reforms: New Tracks to Tourism Growth
Africa’s travel sector is buzzing with the potential of revitalized railway networks. Across the Southern African Development Community (SADC), significant reforms are underway, promising exciting new opportunities for travel agents seeking to expand their offerings and tap into the growing demand for unique travel … read more
Cape Town Enhances Witzands Nature Reserve: Agent Briefing
Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve (WANR), near Cape Town, is getting a management makeover, creating exciting new opportunities for African tour operators. Starting July 1, 2025, new codes of conduct will enhance visitor experiences while protecting this unique natural en… read more
Ghana’s Cultural Tourism Vision: Agent Opportunities
Ghana is making significant strides in positioning itself as a global cultural tourism hub. A recent meeting between Tourism Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie and key stakeholders in the creative arts sector underscored the government’s commitment to fostering growth and innovation within the industry.
The engageme… read more
Nigeria-Türkiye Visa Relaxation: Agent's lifes to be eased
Nigerian and Turkish travel agents are poised to benefit significantly from a groundbreaking partnership between the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) and the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TURSAB). This collaboration aims to ease stringent visa regulatio… read more
GDS Shake-Up: Lessons from Hawaii for African Travel Agents
Hawaiian Airlines has eliminated its GDS surcharge, a move that has resonated across the travel industry and sparked interest among African travel professionals. This decision, part of the airline’s merger integration with Alaska Airlines, signals a potential shift in distrib… read more
Rwanda’s \$500M Aviation Boost: Agent Goldmine
Rwanda is set to become a major player in African aviation, thanks to a massive \$500 million investment earmarked for developing RwandAir and completing the highly anticipated Bugesera International Airport. This strategic move, announced by Finance Minister Yusuf Murangwa… read more
LAM Mozambique Relaunches with Etihad Expertise
Mozambique’s flag carrier, LAM Mozambique, is embarking on a major revitalization journey under the strategic guidance of Knighthood Global Limited. This aviation consultancy, led by former Etihad Airways CEO James H. Hogan, has been tasked with steering the airline toward a more sustainable and competiti… read more
Zambia-Malawi Tourism Partnership Strengthens Regional Growth
The Zambia Tourism Agency (ZTA) made a significant impact at the 2025 Takulandirani Malawi International Tourism Expo (MITE), showcasing Zambia’s tourism potential and fostering stronger regional ties with Malawi. This proactive engagement underscores the growing importance of cross-border collabora… read more
Durban Beaches Beckon: 96% Open, Boosting Tourism
Durban’s beaches are making a splash this season, with the eThekwini Municipality reporting that 96% of its beaches are open and safe for swimming. This positive news comes as a major boost for African travel agents, signaling a resurgence in beach tourism op… read more
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