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Airlink to Launch Direct Flights Between Cape Town and Gaborone
Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier regional and domestic airline, is set to expand its network with the introduction of direct flights between Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in South Africa and Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana. The new service … read more
Qatar Airways Expands Global Network with Increased Flight Frequencies
Qatar Airways, recognized as the World’s Best Airline by Skytrax in 2024, has announced a significant expansion of its global network by increasing flight frequencies to key destinations across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. This move aims to meet the rising demand for air travel and provide passengers with… read more
ANAP Calls on Tinubu to Constitute Boards for NCAA, NAMA, NCAT, and NSIB
Following the recent appointment of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Board of Directors by President Bola Tinubu, the Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals (ANAP) is urging the government to take further action by constituting boards for other critical aviation agencies. These i… read more
Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit Rescheduled for June 2025 in Nairobi
The 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge, originally planned for early June, has been rescheduled to take place from Tuesday, June 24 to Friday, June 27, 2025. Organized by Africa Tourism Partners in collaboration with key stakeholders, the Summit will be hosted … read more
Temporary Closure of Island Lake in Garden Route National Park Due to Algal Bloom
South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the temporary closure of Island Lake in the Wilderness Section of the Garden Route National Park for all recreational activities. This precautionary measure comes in response to the detection of a blue-green algal bloom, which may p… read more
Emirates Expands Premium Boeing 777 Routes to Seoul and London Stansted
Emirates is set to enhance its global network with the deployment of its newly refurbished Boeing 777 aircraft, featuring upgraded cabins and a four-class configuration. Starting April 14, 2025, the airline will introduce the retrofitted Boeing 777 on flights between Dubai and Seoul, South Korea, followed by its launch… read more
Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates Women’s Day with All-Women Flights to Six Destinations
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest and fastest-growing airline, marked the 2025 International Women’s Day on March 8 with a vibrant celebration at the Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa. The event, attended by esteemed government officials, distinguished guests, and senior airline executives, highlighted the airline’s com… read more
Flooding Forces Temporary Closure of Key Botswana-South Africa Border Posts
The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) has issued an important travel advisory for those planning to cross the Botswana-South Africa border. In light of recent heavy rains and subsequent flooding, several key border posts between the two nations have been temporarily closed. This development affects travelers and … read more
Durban Beaches and Pools Update: 20 Beaches Open for Swimming
The eThekwini Municipality, responsible for managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has announced the latest status of its beaches and public swimming pools as of 28 February 2025. In positive news for locals and tourists alike, 20 beaches in Durban are currently open and deemed safe for swi… read more
Nigeria and UAE to Address Visa Challenges Amid Strengthened Bilateral Ties
In a significant move to resolve ongoing visa challenges faced by Nigerians traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), both nations have agreed to hold discussions in the coming days. This decision was reached during a courtesy visit by the UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, Salem Saeed Alshamsi, to the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, A… read more
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