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Airlink Doubles Daily JNB-Walvis Bay Flights
Airlink has significantly boosted its Southern Africa network by adding a second daily flight between Johannesburg (JNB) and Walvis Bay (WVB), Namibia. Launched on July 4, 2025, this enhanced schedule offers African travel agents exciting new opportunities to promote Namibia’s unique c… read more
Makgadikgadi Epic Cancelled: Agent Advisory for 2025 Alternatives
The Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO) has announced the cancellation of the 2025 Makgadikgadi Epic, citing budgetary constraints and logistical challenges. This news comes as a disappointment to many in the African travel trade who relied on the event to draw adventure tourists to … read more
Elewana’s Mara Makeover
Elewana Collection, renowned for its boutique lodges and safari camps across Kenya and Tanzania, has completed a significant renovation of its iconic Elephant Pepper Camp in the Maasai Mara. This revitalization presents exciting new opportunities for … read more
Mozambique’s Pension Fund Contemplates Rescue of Troubled Airline LAM
Mozambique’s National Social Security Institute (INSS) is considering a significant investment in the financially struggling national airline, LAM – Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique. This potential move, while still under review, has sparked considerable debate within the country and the broader African travel sector, raising… read more
Ethiopia’s Digital Leap: Visit Ethiopia Platform Opens Doors for African Travel Agents
Ethiopia has unveiled “Visit Ethiopia,” a groundbreaking digital tourism platform poised to reshape travel planning and boost the nation’s tourism sector. This innovative initiative offers a one-stop marketplace for booking hotels, tours, car rentals, and other essential services, simplifying … read more
Ghana-TAP Air Portugal Alliance Could Reshape African Travel
Ghana’s pursuit of a national airline has taken a significant step forward with President John Mahama’s expressed interest in partnering with TAP Air Portugal. This potential collaboration could reshape Ghana’s aviation landscape and create exciting new opportunities for African travel agents… read more
Etihad's African Network Soars Again: New Routes Unlock Untapped Potential
Etihad Airways is significantly expanding its network, adding seven new destinations that promise to reshape travel options for African travelers and open up exciting opportunities for travel agents across the continent. The airline’s strategic move into Bucharest, Almaty, Baku, Medina, Tbilisi, Tashkent, and Yerevan… read more
Addo’s Lion Pride Grows: Boosting Big Seven Safari Appeal
Addo Elephant National Park has welcomed two new male lions, strengthening its predator population and enhancing its appeal as a premier Big Seven safari destination. This strategic move by SANParks has significant implications for African travel agents seeking to capitalize on the growing demand fo… read more
NATOP Spearheads Nigeria’s Tourism Revival Under Bolaji Mustapha
Bolaji Mustapha, President of the National Association of Tour Operators (NATOP), has been hailed as a transformative force in Nigerian tourism. Her dynamic leadership, marked by grace, conviction, and tireless commitment, has revitalized the association and positioned it as a key driver of the nation’s tourism re… read more
Emirates A380 Makeover: Luxury Upgrade Creates Agent Opportunities
Emirates is elevating its A380 experience with a luxurious redesign of its first-class suites, inspired by the acclaimed Boeing 777 Game Changer. This opulent upgrade presents exciting new opportunities for African travel agents seeking to cater to discerning clientele.
The redesigned su… read more
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