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When popular YouTube creator and streamer Darren
Watkins Jr., known as IShowSpeed, embarked on his African
tour titled "Speed Does Africa," few could have anticipated the
profound impact it would have on the continent’s tourism narrative. What
began as an informal journey evolved into one of the most consequential
piec… read more
The
longstanding debate around rate parity
clauses between hotels and Online Travel Agencies (OTAs)
has reached a critical turning point. For over a decade, these clauses
have dictated how hotels price their rooms online, requiring them to
offer the same or better rates on OTA platforms like Booking.com and
Expedia a… read more
The
upcoming IBTM Africa, scheduled alongside
WTM Africa at the Cape Town International Convention
Centre (CTICC) from April 13-15, 2026, is rapidly
emerging as a pivotal event for Africa’s MICE (Meetings,
Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector. This
year’s edition is drawi… read more
Starting
01 April 2026, Namibia will implement a significant revision to its
national park entrance and conservation fee structure, marking the first
major update since 2021. This adjustment, announced by the Ministry of
Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), primarily targets
international visitors outside Namibia and the So… read more
CapeNature has issued a detailed update on the ongoing recovery
efforts in the Cederberg Wilderness Area
following a devastating wildfire that swept through the region during
the 2025/26 festive season. This iconic Western Cape destination,
renowned for its unique biodiversity and cultural heritage, is now on a
careful… read more
The Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU) has issued a stern warning
to all intending travellers about the increasing prevalence of
visa-related scams, urging strict adherence to official procedures when
applying for travel visas. In a recent interview with the News Agency of
Nigeria (NAN), DSP Ovie Ewhubare, the PSFU spokesperson, highlighte… read more
South Africa’s Portfolio Committee on
Tourism has concluded a week-long oversight visit in the
Western Cape, focusing on tourism infrastructure projects, job creation,
and sustainability efforts. Among the key site visits was the
Cape Agulhas Lighthouse precinct
development in the Overberg region, a si… read more
Proflight Zambia has marked a significant milestone by
successfully completing the rigorous IATA Operational
Safety Audit (IOSA) earlier this year, securing its
official registration on the global IOSA registry. This achievement
distinguishes Proflight as the sole Zambian
airline certified under this i… read more
Royal Air Maroc has finalized a significant long-term leasing
agreement with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise
(DAE) for 13 brand-new Boeing
737-8 aircraft, with deliveries scheduled to commence in
2027. This deal underscores the ongoing competition among global lessors
to partner with rapidly expandin… read more
Aleph Hospitality, the largest
independent hotel management company operating across the Middle East
and Africa, has secured a hotel management agreement with
DND Developers for the upcoming
Best Western Premier - Royal Golf View in
Kigali, Rwanda. This marks Aleph Hospitality’s third … read more
IShowSpeed’s African Tour Redefines Tourism Storytelling for a New Generation
Berlin Court Ruling Challenges Booking.com’s Rate Parity Practices, Paving New Paths for Hotels
IBTM Africa 2026 Set to Transform Business Events with Global Buyers and New Industry Insights
Namibia Revamps National Park Fees to Boost Conservation Funding from April 2026
Cederberg Wilderness Area update: Recovery underway after major wildfire!
Proflight Zambia Achieves Prestigious IATA IOSA Certification, Elevating Safety Standards
Royal Air Maroc Secures Long-Term Lease for 13 New Boeing 737-8 Aircraft from Dubai Aerospace Enterp
Aleph Hospitality to Manage Best Western Premier - Royal Golf View, Kigali, Expanding Premium Hospit
