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Ethiopian
Airlines Group, Africa’s largest aviation group, has
officially opened its new premium lounge at
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport,
marking a significant milestone in the carrier’s ongoing commitment to
world-class passenger experiences. The unveiling ceremony, attended … read more
African
travel industry professionals have fresh options to consider in the
evolving world of airline product differentiation, as TAP
Air Portugal introduces a new premium cabin designed to
bridge the gap between Economy and Business Class. Set to debut on
long-haul flights operated by the A330 and
… read more
The recent reopening of Nationalism
Park in Accra marks a bold statement by Ghana’s tourism
authorities, reinforcing the centrality of heritage in the nation’s
economic and social agenda. According to Mr. Ben Anane Nsiah, Deputy
Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority
(GTA) in charge of … read more
The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority
(ZTA) is facing a period of intense internal upheaval,
following the recent retrenchment of several senior managers—a move that
has sparked widespread concern among employees and cast a spotlight on
governance practices within the state tourism entity. Over the past two
weeks, three senio… read more
The
Botswana Ministry of Environment and
Tourism, through its Department of Meteorological
Services (DMS), has released the official seasonal
rainfall and temperature outlook for January to April
2026. This forecast is of particular interest to Africa’s
tourism sector, as it sets the stage for what s… read more
The rising tide of medical tourism from Nigeria
is reshaping the region’s healthcare and travel landscape, with
far-reaching implications for Africa’s hospitality, aviation, and
insurance sectors. As thousands of Nigerians continue to seek treatment
in destinations such as the United Kingdom, India, Turkey, and t… read more
Uganda
is exploring the possibility of abolishing visa
requirements for Russian tourists, signaling a potential
breakthrough in bilateral tourism relations between East Africa and
Russia. John Leonard Mugerwa, Head of the International Legal and Social
Affairs Department at Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, confirm… read more
The
46th International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR
2026) is set to make a significant impact on the global
tourism landscape, with a special focus on sustainability,
water management, and responsible innovation. Taking
place from 21 to 25 January 2026 at IFEMA MADRID, this edition brings
Mexico… read more
Nigeria’s
aviation industry is set to undergo a seismic transformation as the
African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC)
unveils an ambitious strategy to elevate Lagos and Abuja into premier
African flight hubs. This drive, centered on a blend of regulatory
overhaul, infrastructure investment, and fiscal reforms, could … read more
In a decisive move to reinforce its operational capabilities,
LAM Mozambique has expanded its fleet
through the strategic wet-lease of two Airbus
A319 aircraft from Avion Express. This development is a
clear signal of the airline’s ambitions to deliver more reliable and
resilient service across its sho… read more