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WTM Africa 2025 to ‘Ignite Africa’ with fresh focus and strategic content
RX Africa today announced “Ignite Africa” as the official theme for its WTM Africa 2025 event, taking place from 9 to 11 April in the Ho… read more
Labadi Beach Hotel is still setting the standards after 33 years
The renowned 5-star establishment, Labadi Beach Hotel, located just 7km outside Accra in Ghana with direct beach access, has once again proven its commitmen… read more
Airlink to increase flights between Johannesburg and Beira
South African regional carrier Airlink increases its service between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Beira Airport (BEW) in … read more
Tourism thrives on collaboration to accelerate economic growth
Although beset by recurrent conflicts, violence that attracts big media coverage, the IGAD region is a prime destination for global travellers. From the breathtaking landscapes of Ethiopian highlands to the mesmerizing wildlife of Kenya and Uganda attract the attention of global tourists. The blend of natural beauty and rich cultural heri… read more
How to grow a strong destination brand in 7 Steps
When you think of a country or city that has a strong destination brand who comes to mind – Marrakesh? Paris? New York? – all three continue to draw crowds year on year irrespective of the global state of affairs – a pandemic, economic downturn, political disruption – utilising very little spend. Some of the key factors that contribute t… read more
Cape Town: Free entry to selected Iziko museums on Heritage Day 2024
Iziko Museums of South Africa will be celebrating South Africa's diverse cultural heritage and identities with the in_herit Festival 2024, which will be filled with activi… read more
Entebbe Airport passenger traffic hits record high in August
The second highest figure recorded at Entebbe International Airport in a single month was a total of 198,961, an average of 6,418 per day, in December 2023. Entebbe International Airport facilitated a total of 212,701 international passengers in August 2024, an average of 6,861 passengers per day, latest figures shows.
The pa… read more
RwandAir suspends flights between Kigali and Cape Town
The flag carrier airline of Rwanda,RwandAir, has announced the suspension of flights betweenKigali International Airport (KGL) in … read more
Uganda wins Best Organizer Award at the China International Tourism Industry Expo (CITIE) 2024
The Ugandan Embassy in Beijing and the Ugandan Consulate General in Guangzhou showcased Uganda’s Tourism Potential at the China International Tourism Industry Expo 2024 in Guangzhou, China, 13-15 September 2024.
The Expo highlighted Uganda’s rich cultural heritage, diverse wildlife, and stunning natu… read more
Airbus boosts African presence
Airbus has opened a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. The airline manufacturing company in a statement by its media consultant in Nigeria, said that this newly established centre would contribute to strengthening its local presence and supporting the growth of the African ecosystem.
The statement hint… read more
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