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MV Uhuru II delivered to Kenya Railways
In a pivotal development poised to significantly enhance regional commerce and economic growth, the Honourable Soipan Tuya, Defence Cabinet Secretary, in collaboration with Davis Chirchir, Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport, presided over the ceremonial transfer of the MV Uhuru II to the Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) at t… read more
The GDS's are a high-performing distribution channel
The Global Distribution System (GDS) is a pivotal tool for hotels, especially those targeting the corporate travel segment. As business travel rebounds post-pandemic, the GDS presents a significant opportunity for hotels to capture a growing market. This article explores the advantages of the GDS, its current performance, and considerations for … read more
Nigerian Travel Agents set to make a splash at WTM
The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) is set to make a significant impact at the World Travel Market (WTM) 2024, scheduled for November 5-7. With a strong contingent of members and a robust digital marketing strategy, NANTA aims to promote Nigerian cultural tourism to a global audience.
The … read more
KTB targets the diaspora market with ”Ziara Kenya” campaign
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is leveraging Kenyan missions abroad to anchor its diaspora tourism campaign in a bid to increase tourism arrivals into the country.
Dubbed ‘Ziara Kenya: One Diaspora, One Tourist’, the campaign seeks to harness the over 3 million Kenyans in the diaspora to help market their motherland through th… read more
Nigerian passenger traffic to climb 25.7 million in five years
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has estimated that the country’s air passenger volume would grow to 25.73 million by 2029. The Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) is also expected to be about $100.30, the apex regulatory agency forecasted in its report.
Dr. Emeka Okengwu, Gulf Pole Concerns Limited, stated thes… read more
South Africa recovery gains momentum
South Africa is set to see further growth in tourism as it aims to surpass pre-pandemic arrival levels, with significant air capacity and market developments on the horizon.
“With tourist arrivals tracking at 8.5 million in 2023, which is 83% of 2019 figures, we are confident in our trajectory for continued recovery an… read more
Cape Town named world's best value long haul holiday destination
A report from Post Office Travel Money (UK) has revealed that Cape Town is currently the world's best value long haul holida… read more
Royal Caribbean International returns to South Africa to avoid Red Sea crisis
Royal Caribbean International is re-entering the South African cruise market with Voyager of the Seas sailing a Cape Town itinerary in late 2025. The new itineraries were announced after the cruise line cancelled two repositioning cruises via the Red Sea and the Middle East earlier this month due to the ongoing security crisis… read more
Valuejet's second anniversary - Why we raised standard of air travel
A domestic carrier, Valuejet, has justified its reason for raising the standard of air travel in Nigeria, saying affordable, reliable, and customer-centric travel experience is not a thing that should be compromised.
Managing Director of the airline, Captain Dapo Majekodunmi, who urged Nigerians to explore the beauty and dive… read more
From nationalism to globalism: The evolution of African airline ownership
International aviation is one of the most regulated industries in the world. From safety regulations to security protocols to bilateral agreements about traffic rights, every small detail is usually subject to Government scrutiny and approval. Most notably however, even in the globalised economy of the 21st century, the airline industry’s access… read more
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