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The Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs,
Immigration, Safety and Security has confirmed that its
visa application process for travelers from countries not eligible for
visas on arrival will remain unchanged. These travelers must continue to
apply in advance via the Ministry’s online platform and await approval
before ent… read more
The Robben Island Museum (RIM),
one of South Africa’s most iconic historical landmarks, has announced
that it will be closed to the public on Friday, 7 March
2025. This temporary closure is to accommodate an
Organisational Wellness Day, which will
take place on the island itself. As a … read more
Delta Air Lines is set to
significantly expand its African network later this year with the launch
of new routes to Marrakech, Morocco, and
Accra, Ghana. These additions mark a major
milestone for the airline as it strengthens its presence on the
continent, offering travelers more opti… read more
The International Air Transport Association
(IATA) has reported a significant increase in passenger
demand for African airlines in January 2025, with a year-on-year growth
of 14.9% in Revenue Passenger Kilometers
(RPK). Capacity also rose by 11.2% during
the same period, while the cont… read more
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
Turkish Airlines has announced the
launch of its first-ever flights to Phnom Penh,
Cambodia, starting December 10,
2025. This new route will establish the first regular air
service between Europe and Cambodia’s capital, marking a significant
milestone in aviation and strengthening ties… read more
Emirates, one of the world’s
leading airlines, has announced the addition of three new destinations
to its Asian network, further strengthening its presence in the region.
Starting in mid-2025, the airline will launch flights to
Shenzhen in China, Da Nang in
Vietnam, and Siem R… read more
The International Air Transport Association
(IATA) has announced a strong start to 2025, with global
passenger demand increasing by 10% in
January compared to the same period in 2024. Capacity grew by
7.1%, while the load factor reached a
record-breaking 82.1%, reflect… read more
The ambitious Tanzania-Burundi Standard Gauge
Railway (SGR) project is set to redefine regional
connectivity and economic integration in East Africa. This electrified
railway, spanning 282 kilometers, will link Uvinza in western Tanzania
to Gitega, the capital of Burundi, via the border town of Musongati.
With a total … read more
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s
largest and fastest-growing airline, has announced the launch of a new
passenger flight service to Porto,
Portugal, starting July 2,
2025. This new route will operate four times a week
aboard the airline’s state-of-the-art Boeing 787
Dreamliner… read more
Namibia to Launch New Visa on Arrival System from April 2025
Robben Island Museum to Close for Organisational Wellness Day on 7 March 2025
Delta Expands African Network with New Routes to Morocco and Ghana
African Airlines See 14.9% Growth in Passenger Demand in January 2025
Durban Beaches and Pools Update: 20 Beaches Open for Swimming
Turkish Airlines to Launch Historic Flights to Phnom Penh in December 2025
Emirates Expands Asian Network with New Routes to China, Vietnam, and Cambodia
Tanzania-Burundi Railway to Transform Trade and Travel in East Africa
Ethiopian Airlines Expands European Network with New Porto Route via Madrid
