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Heavy rainfall has prompted the temporary
closure of several hiking trails in Addo
Elephant National Park’s Zuurberg section, impacting
itineraries for travellers seeking immersive nature experiences in South
Africa’s Eastern Cape. Travel agents are advised to
adjust client plans and highlight alternative o… read more
A recent freight train derailment
in southern Zambia has temporarily halted
passenger services between
Livingstone and Kitwe, prompting travel
professionals across Africa to adjust itineraries and explore
alternative transport options for clients. The incident, which o… read more
A shift in Kenya’s electronic visa (eVisa)
system has created ripples across the African travel
landscape, impacting how travel professionals navigate entry
requirements for their clients. The sudden transition from the
Travizory platform to a new system under
the e-Citizen framework … read more
Kenya Airways (KQ) is forging a new path in air
cargo, targeting the burgeoning Latin American market with a strategic
partnership focused on Mexico. This exciting development
follows a high-level meeting between KQ CEO Allan Kilavuka and Mexican
Chargé d'Affaires Jorge Rosas on April 16, 2025. This collaboration
aims… read more
Malawi has launched a groundbreaking new tourism
law, poised to reshape its travel sector and create
exciting opportunities for African travel agents. Announced by Tourism
Minister Vera Kamtukule at the UN Tourism Africa and Americas Summit,
the 2025 Tourism Act modernizes a legal
framework that had b… read more
Overland Airways, a prominent
Nigerian domestic airline, has launched new
flight services to Minna, the capital of Niger
State, opening up exciting opportunities for
African travel agents. This strategic move connects
Minna to Lagos and
Abuja, N… read more
African travel agents can breathe a sigh of
relief as the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority
(TAZARA) stabilizes operations following a recent resolution
to salary arrears. The Zambian government's release of K43
million (approximately \$1.8 million USD) to cover three
months of back pay signals a positive shift fo… read more
Cyberattacks are a growing concern for
businesses across Africa, and the travel
sector is no exception. Kaspersky’s latest
data, presented at the GITEX Africa conference,
reveals a concerning rise in cyber threats targeting
businesses across the continent, impacting everything from online
bo… read more
South African Airways (SAA) is
significantly enhancing its Johannesburg-Windhoek
service with the addition of a third daily flight,
starting May 1, 2025. This expansion
creates exciting new opportunities for African travel
agents to capitalize on increased travel optio… read more
South African National Parks (SANParks) is
investing in enhanced visitor experiences at West Coast
National Park with a significant upgrade to its
R27 Gate facility. This initiative, part of
a broader strategy to modernize park infrastructure, necessitates a
temporary shift in access routes, pre… read more
Eastern Cape Trails Closed: Addo Alternatives for Discerning Travellers
Zambia Rail Disruption: Navigating Travel Alternatives & Assessing Impact
Kenya’s eVisa Stumbles: Navigating the New Terrain for Seamless Travel
Kenya Airways Sets Sights on Latin American Cargo with Mexico Partnership
Malawi Reboots Tourism with New Law & College: Agent Opportunities
Overland Airways Takes Off in Minna, Boosting Connectivity and Trade in Niger State
TAZARA Back on Track
Cybersecurity Threats Surge Across Africa: Protecting Your Travel Business
SAA Boosts Johannesburg-Windhoek Connectivity
